Senior Financial Communications Manager, High-Growth Passenger Transport Group, London

A leading European passenger transport organisation is seeking a skilled Senior Financial Communications Manager to lead on the development of high-profile corporate content and financial communications. This is a key opportunity to shape how the company communicates its strategy, performance, and values to investors, media, employees and key external stakeholders.

Lead Corporate Storytelling for a Transforming, High-Growth Business

The organisation operates in 11 countries, employs more than 35,000 people and enables over 1.5 billion passenger journeys each year. Following a recent acquisition by a global infrastructure investment firm, the business is entering a new phase of transformation and growth—with communications playing a central role.

As Senior Financial Communications Manager, you will take ownership of flagship communications projects, including the front-end of the Annual Report, corporate website content and investor-facing materials. You’ll work closely with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to shape a strong and consistent narrative that reflects the company’s performance and future ambitions.

This is a high-impact role in a values-led business operating across a broad European footprint. You’ll have the opportunity to work at the centre of a dynamic and evolving communications agenda, helping define how the company presents itself to the market and the world. The role offers flexibility, exposure to senior leadership, and a strong pathway for progression.

Key Responsibilities for the Senior Financial Communications Manager

• Lead the planning, drafting and delivery of the front-end of the Annual Report and Accounts, working with external agencies and internal stakeholders.
• Translate financial and strategic priorities into clear, compelling messages for investors, analysts, the media and wider audiences.
• Develop and maintain corporate content across the website, aligning with the Annual Report and long-term communications strategy.
• Collaborate with media relations colleagues to amplify core messages and promote the report to target audiences.
• Produce high-quality supporting materials such as investor presentations, case studies, and executive speaking content.

Collaborate with Senior Stakeholders and Shape Corporate Reputation

This role involves regular collaboration with:

• CEO, Chair, CFO and Finance Reporting team
• Audit and Remuneration Committee members
• Sustainability and ESG leaders
• M&A and Business Development teams
• Group-wide communications network

Skills & Experience Required for the Financial Communications Manager Role

• Proven experience in corporate communications, financial PR, or content roles with a strong editorial focus.
• Excellent writing and editing skills, with the ability to simplify complex financial or strategic information.
• Strong knowledge of corporate reporting, disclosure practices, and regulatory frameworks.
• Experience building relationships with C-suite leaders and working across senior stakeholder groups.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality work under tight deadlines.
• Experience in media relations is desirable.

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