Internal and Corporate Communications Manager, Blacklane
Salary not provided
+ VSOP
Mid and Senior level
Berlin
3 days a week in office (Schöneberg, Berlin)
Carbon-neutral global chauffeur service
Job no longer available
Carbon-neutral global chauffeur service
501-1000 employees
B2CTravelMarketplaceSustainabilityCarsTransportRidesharing
Job no longer available
Salary not provided
+ VSOP
Mid and Senior level
Berlin
3 days a week in office (Schöneberg, Berlin)
501-1000 employees
B2CTravelMarketplaceSustainabilityCarsTransportRidesharing
Company mission
To make top-quality service convenient and accessible worldwide.
Role
Who you are
- Bachelor’s degree (e.g. Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing, or a related field)
- 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in corporate communications, PR, or a closely related field. Experience in corporate media relations, internal communications or agency environments is a strong advantage
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills - in both German and English - with the ability to craft compelling messages, press releases, briefing documents, Linkedin posts and other communication materials
- Corporate media relations experience, including pitching business stories and profiles, managing inquiries, and supporting spokespersons in interviews and appearances
- Strategic thinking and the ability to develop and execute comprehensive corporate and internal communications strategies that are aligned with organizational objectives
- Collaborative mindset, with experience working across teams and functions - both internally and externally - to discover, develop, and refine strong storylines and narratives
- Partnership-building skills, particularly in establishing and managing strategic relationships with media outlets and external partners to amplify corporate profile Stakeholder engagement skills, enabling you to represent the corporate and internal communications perspective credibly at both local and global levels while managing relationships at all levels, including those across the executive leadership team
What the job involves
- As Internal & Corporate Communications Manager, you will develop and execute internal and external communications initiatives that shape Blacklane’s global reputation
- Working closely with senior leadership and teams across the business, you will manage corporate media relations, create high-impact storytelling and thought leadership opportunities for our executives, and engage our people around the world through exceptional internal communications
- Your work will ensure consistent and compelling representation of Blacklane in all channels, strengthening our brand, supporting our business strategy, and fostering positive external and internal perceptions and collaborations
- Develop and Execute Comprehensive Corporate Communications Strategies:
- Integrate internal and external audience insights with global reputation priorities and our values of care, drive and excellence to build clear, impactful communications strategies that support Blacklane’s business objectives
- Implement comprehensive communications plans across channels, ensuring consistency of messaging and alignment with organizational goals
- Use insights and data to refine and innovate our internal and corporate communications approach, continuously improving impact and relevance
- Create executive-level communications strategies and activation plans (e.g. media, events, LinkedIn, internal channels) that reinforce our brand values and strategic growth ambitions
- Media Support and Outreach:
- Create and craft compelling media pitches to deliver high-quality press coverage for our spokespeople and about our business
- Support media outreach activities, including press interviews, events, conferences, and briefings to maintain a consistent, positive public image for Blacklane
- Act as a liaison between Blacklane and the media, providing accurate, timely information and representing the company’s perspective in a professional and engaging way
- Participate in media-related activities to secure positive coverage and build strong, long-term relationships with key journalists, outlets, and opinion leaders particularly across business media
- Editorial Opportunities and Thought Leadership:
- Proactively identify new editorial opportunities that increase third-party visibility for Blacklane and its leaders, including media features, bylines, and profiles
- Develop and pitch speaking opportunities that reinforce our brand values and strategic growth ambitions, including preparing presentations, speeches, and supporting materials
- Develop and run thought leadership campaigns around themes and topics relevant to key stakeholders – including media, clients, and strategic partners
- Actively seek opportunities to showcase Blacklane’s expertise, achievements, and thought leadership in relevant media, industry forums, and conferences
- Support media training for senior leaders and develop materials for speaking engagements, including talking points, speaker guidelines, and supporting content
- Strategic Partnerships and Agency Management:
- Establish and nurture strategic partnerships with business media and relevant external partners (for example: in sustainability) to develop Blacklane’s presence and messaging
- Collaborate on joint initiatives and campaigns with external partners that strengthen Blacklane’s corporate positioning and reach new or strategic audiences
- Manage relationships and budgets with external communications and PR agencies to deliver on Blacklane’s corporate reputation strategy and objectives
- Work closely with agencies to design and execute effective communication campaigns, ensuring they are on-brief, on-brand, and aligned with broader company goals
- Internal Communications:
- Work hand-in-hand with our People & Culture team to drive internal communications across our global hubs, pulling together one global team united by our values of care, drive and excellence
- Own and deliver regular townhall events, including setting out content and designing how news and information are shared and celebrated by our global crew
- Provide recommendations and lead how our internal communications evolve as we show up in more locations worldwide, ensuring our channels and formats scale with the business
- Set new processes and innovate to ensure excellence in internal communications, drive best practices, and represent a dynamic business whose people are its greatest asset
- How You’ll Work with Others:
- Internal Communication and Collaboration
- Partner closely with the Head of Communications and the Communications team to ensure all initiatives are aligned with global reputation priorities and overall company strategy
- Work together with other marketing and communications disciplines (e.g. brand, performance marketing, content, employer branding) and our people and culture teams to ensure activity is strategically aligned and delivers the greatest impact and return
- Collaborate across departments (including market leadership teams, sales, finance and others) to uncover strong storylines, data points, and use cases that can be told to the media and other external audiences
- Regularly share updates on corporate communications strategies, campaign results, public perception, competitor activity, and industry trends with internal stakeholders to inform decision-making
Our take
Business transport for frequent travellers can be a difficult process. The pain of booking systems, invoicing, and inconsistent service quality are issues travellers regularly face, hindering business operations and causing unnecessary delays. Alongside this, Chauffeurs also experience empty cars due to non-optimised booking processes.
Blacklane aims at the higher end of the market, targeting corporate workers, executives and those with the means to pay extra for higher levels of service when they travel. Through a booking system available on the company's website and in-app, Blacklane provides a reliable high-end service with inclusive pricing and on-call customer support. Blacklane also works with chauffeurs, filling empty seats to optimise services.
The company is also environmentally conscious, operating as a carbon-neutral company since 2017. It offers electric vehicle rides in more than 50 cities and countries, and with 2024 funding, is ready to expand even further. Alongside this, it has announced a number of recent partnerships, signifying the company's good place for future growth.
Freddie
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
19% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Funding (last 2 of 6 rounds)
Oct 2024
$68.8m
SERIES G
Mar 2021
$26m
LATE VC
Total funding: $172.1m
Company benefits
- Personal development: Create a personal development plan. Set goals, learn new skills, and connect with a mentor to help you reach what you want to achieve. Budget for online courses, conferences, and books bolsters your learning journey
- Open feedback culture: Discover a company culture where open feedback and communication is valued. We offer monthly 1:1 chats with our C-level team members, as we believe feedback makes Blacklane a better place to work
- Virtual stock options: Take ownership of your work — literally — with our employee stock option plan. Shares vest over four years at no cost to you. Blacklane’s success is your success
- Flexible work environment: Your work and home lives should exist in harmony. With our hybrid model—working from the office, with flexibility to work from home—you and your team can find the balance that works best for you
- Social events: From Wednesday evening drinks at the office, to twice-a-year department events with budgets for every team, we offer plenty of opportunities to connect with your team and build relationships. And not to brag, but our company parties are legendary
- Blacklane Cares day: Every crew member receives 8 hours of paid leave per year to participate in volunteering initiatives of their choice or lead employee-driven community outreach projects. Utilize your time to lend hands to a cause that drives your passion
Company HQ
Schöneberg, Berlin, BE
Leadership
Dr. Jens Wohltorf
(Co-Founder & CEO)Previously spent 6 years as a Principal at The Boston Consulting Group.
Frank Steuer
(Co-Founder & Member of the Board)Previously co-founder and CTO of Firstfon and CTo of SemperLink.
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