Brand, Marketing and Communications - External Communications Executive

Working Location: Athens (hybrid)

At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence. We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go. Being part of EY in Greece means being part of a team which has been announced as Top Employer for the third consecutive year, certified as a Great Place to Work for a second year in a row, and awarded as Best Workplace in Professional Services & Consulting for the first time!

At EY, we’ll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences through coaching and training programs as well as the use of advanced technology and AI. We’ll fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams

Join our continuously growing team, which employs over 2.800 professionals in Greece, to experience great flexibility under our hybrid operating model across our offices in Athens, Patras, and Thessaloniki and help to build a better working world.

The opportunity

EY has a powerful purpose: Building a better working world. The Brand, Marketing and Communications (BMC) team has an ambitious plan to accelerate and unlock the power of this purpose both inside and outside the organization so that the brand becomes a more potent driving force toward EY’s growth ambitions. We have a new opportunity for a BMC Executive who will play an active role in helping to achieve this objective by developing and implementing external communications (press office, media relations) campaigns and various strategic go-to-market initiatives, that enhance and protect EY’s reputation in the media and with key external stakeholders.

Your key responsibilities

• Support the coordination and project management of EY’s press office activities in Greece, contributing to the formulation and implementation of PR and media relations strategies around key narratives that support the firm’s BMC Strategy and identified areas of strategic importance for EY’s business in Greece (e.g., sector-specific comms initiatives, promotion of services, etc.).
• Support EY’s Press Officer in maintaining and developing EY’s media network, upholding and promoting EY’s image in the Greek market
• Copywrite press material in Greek and English, such as press releases, interviews, articles, statements, media briefings, etc.
• Copywrite speeches
• Conduct in-depth research for market trends, identify suitable media opportunities for EY leaders and liaise with internal and external stakeholders to better promote EY’s messaging in suitable media (online, print, TV, radio & podcasts)
• Actively contribute to the project management of various strategic go-to-market initiatives for EY in Greece, such as local surveys and studies, by researching, proofreading and copywriting
• Help create content for EY’s English and Greek website
• Propose and coordinate the implementation of ideas, concepts, and various marketing & communications projects

Skills and attributes for success

• Excellent copywriting, copyediting and proofreading skills, in both Greek and English (native speaker level)
• Excellent project, time, and risk management skills
• Critical and analytical thinking, with advanced research skills
• Results-oriented approach with keen attention to detail, self-motivation and desire to exceed expectations
• Strong team player, comfortable with working collaboratively, virtually, and independently
• Ability to translate complex information into simple, high-impact messages and high-quality deliverables
• Excellent communication skills; able to effectively liaise with senior company leaders as well as a broad range of internal stakeholders
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, agile environment
• Ability to develop material from scratch, and to innovate, identifying new growth opportunities
• Proficient use of digital tools and means of communication

To qualify for the role you must have 

• 2 to 3 years of proven marketing and copywriting working experience
• Bachelor's or Master’s degree (preferably but not necessarily in Journalism, Linguistics, Political Science or adjacent fields)
• Possess a deep understanding of the media landscape and the changing trends (media resources in online and print business and financial media, and other media channels, will be considered a plus).
• Excellent writing, editing and content packaging skills
• Organized and articulate, with impeccable attention to detail
• Critical thinking and advanced research skills
• Experience working in a fast-paced, complex, yet dynamic work environment and able to multitask on a variety of different projects
• Experience in project management
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 tools (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) and other knowledge management tools
• Excellent knowledge of both Greek and English (both speaking and writing)
• Understanding of AI in business and experience in using GenAI/AI tools to generate content, will be considered a plus.

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Working experience in a well-structured marketing department of a multinational organization

What we offer

We offer you the ability to Shape your Future with Confidence by:

• Developing your professional growth:
• You'll have unlimited access to educational platforms, EY Badges and EY Degrees, alongside support for certifications. You will experience personalized coaching and feedback, and gain exposure to international projects, through our expansive global network, empowering you to define and achieve your own success.
• Dive into our innovative GenAI ecosystem, designed to enhance your EY journey and support your career growth. These advanced AI tools will empower you to focus on higher-value work and meaningful interactions, enriching your professional experience like never before.
• Empowering your personal fulfilment: We focus on your financial, social, mental and physical wellbeing.
• Our competitive rewards package, depending on your experience, includes cutting-edge technological equipment, ticket restaurant vouchers, a private health and life insurance scheme, income protection and an exclusive EY benefits club card that provides a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions.
• Our flexible working arrangement (hybrid model) is defined based on your own preferences and team’s needs, and we enjoy other initiatives such as summer short Fridays and an EY Day Off.
• Our commitment to a sustainable way of operating, encourages volunteerism, promotes sustainable practices and offers opportunities for you to create a positive societal impact.
• Our pride lies in working at EY as one of the most recognized employers in Greece through our multiple awards received over the last 3 years (Top Employer, Great Place to Work and Best Workplace in Professional Services & Consulting).
• Fueling an inclusive culture: We prioritize a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment, where you’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.

To help create an equitable and inclusive experience during the recruitment process, please inform us as soon as possible about any disability-related adjustments or accommodations you may need.

EY  |  Building a better working world

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Enabled by data, AI and advanced technology, EY teams help clients shape the future with confidence and develop answers for the most pressing issues of today and tomorrow.

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