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Keen is delighted to be working in partnership with ABP to recruit a Corporate Communications Manager for the Port of Southampton | Full-time | Onsite.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate, hands-on communicator in the Solent area who is looking to grow within a high-profile, dynamic environment. You’ll work directly with senior stakeholders, produce impactful and innovative communications activity, and play a key role in shaping the reputation of one of the UK’s most important ports and port operator.

The Opportunity:

As Corporate Communications Manager, you will support the Regional Director and Leadership Team in enhancing the Port of Southampton’s reputation, brand awareness, and stakeholder engagement. You’ll be part of and contribute to a UK wide team of professional communicators.

This is a varied and hands-on role, offering the chance to work across media relations, digital communications, stakeholder engagement, and internal communications, while contributing to wider ABP corporate initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and deliver a regional communications programme aligned to national strategy
Manage media relations, including proactive PR and reactive press handling
Create and manage content across digital and social channels
Build strong relationships with local media, stakeholders, and partners
Support communications for projects, campaigns, and community initiatives
Deliver engaging internal communications to support teams and operations
Provide support during crisis and incident communications
Collaborate with internal teams including Commercial, Property, and Operations

About You:

We’re looking for someone who is ambitious, proactive, and eager to grow their career in communications.

You will have:

Strong written and verbal communication skills
Experience within PR, communications, or marketing
Creative storytelling skills
Confidence engaging with a range of stakeholders
Strong organisational and project management skills
The ability to work standalone in a dynamic environment.
A degree in communications or a related field is desirable but not essential.

Why Apply?

Excellent opportunity for career development and progression
Excellent salary and benefits package and high-impact projects
Work within a large, reputable organisation with national reach
Be part of a role where no two days are the same

Process:

Keen is managing this recruitment process on behalf of ABP, first round interviews will take place week commencing 20th April and second round interviews week commencing 4th May.

Apply Now:

If you’re looking to build your career in communications and want to be part of a dynamic and growing organisation, we’d love to hear from you.

Email: t.bowler@keenconsultancies.com or contact Tracy on 07739071226 to discuss further

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