Head of PR & Communications

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Job Summary: We are seeking a Head of PR & Communications to build and amplify Octopus Energy Spain’s brand narrative, generating organic visibility and public positioning. Key Highlights: 1. Revolutionizing energy to make it 100% renewable and accessible. 2. Leading the communications and public relations strategy. 3. Being part of a culture that values autonomy and continuous learning. \uD83C\uDF0D **We revolutionize energy to change the world** At **Octopus Energy**, we are not a traditional utility company. We are a team of passionate people working every day to make energy **100% renewable, accessible, and fair for everyone**. We believe in **technology and innovation as drivers of change**. We aim to transform how the world consumes energy—removing barriers, simplifying processes, and delivering a more human and transparent service. That is why our commitment is clear: **clean energy must be the norm, not the exception**. To achieve this, we combine sustainability with a people-centered approach—delivering exceptional service and building an outstanding team that shares our vision. \uD83D\uDCA1 **But none of this would be possible without people like you**. To continue growing and transforming the market, we seek talent eager to make a difference. If you want to be part of this change, contribute your energy, and help build a greener future—**what are we looking for?** At Octopus Energy Spain, we are revolutionizing the energy sector: greener, fairer, and better energy for people and the planet. All our marketing is done **in-house**—we do not work with agencies—and we seek brilliant minds ready to contribute ideas, strategy, and positive energy. We are looking for a **Head of PR & Communications**, responsible for building, developing, and amplifying Octopus Energy Spain’s brand narrative—generating organic media visibility, relevant conversations, and public positioning for the company. Your primary focus will be turning Octopus’ milestones, proposals, products, data, and values into **compelling stories for media, journalists, customers, and the general public**, aiming to increase brand awareness without relying exclusively on paid investment. This role combines communications strategy, media relations, corporate storytelling, reputation management, creative thinking, and the ability to translate complex energy-sector topics into simple, human, and media-friendly messages. **We call it the ‘Octopus Effect’** Working at Octopus Energy means being part of a company where culture truly matters. We champion autonomy and real accountability. We value radical honesty and continuous learning. We believe technology is a lever for impact. We want curious, humble people with ambition to improve every day. ### **\uD83D\uDCAA What You’ll Do at Octopus** ### **PR and Communications Strategy** * Define and execute Octopus Energy Spain’s **communications strategy**. * Build Octopus’ **brand narrative** in Spain: clean energy, savings, technology, transparency, customer service, and a genuine alternative to major utilities. * **Identify communication opportunities** to generate unpaid presence in national, economic, general-interest, sector-specific, and lifestyle media. * Create **distinctive narrative territories** to differentiate Octopus within the energy sector. * Design **editorial calendars and communications plans** aligned with key business moments, product launches, energy-related current events, and brand campaigns. ### **Communications, Reputation, and Media Relations** * Build **strong relationships** with journalists, editorial teams, and opinion leaders to generate relevant organic visibility across national, economic, energy, technology, sustainability, and consumer media. * Protect the company’s **reputation**, defining key messages for sensitive topics and preparing internal spokespeople for interviews, events, or public statements. * **Coordinate closely** with Brand, Growth, Customer, Solar, Product, Social, Media, CRM, Partnerships, and Global Comms teams to amplify campaigns and turn business initiatives into editorial-worthy stories. * Measure **communications impact**, including media coverage, quality of presence, share of voice, brand authority, and contribution to awareness, trust, and growth. ### **\uD83D\uDCDD What You’ll Need** * **10+ years of experience in communications, PR**, press offices, communications agencies, or corporate communications departments. * Demonstrable experience securing organic media coverage in national, economic, sector-specific, or consumer outlets. * Excellent **writing and storytelling skills**. * Ability to translate technical or complex topics into simple, human, and media-friendly messages. * Knowledge of the **Spanish media ecosystem**. * Languages: native Spanish; English highly valued for coordination with global teams. * Proactive, creative, strategic, and business-oriented mindset. * Reputational judgment and ability to manage sensitive topics maturely. * Interest in energy, sustainability, technology, consumer behavior, innovation, or purpose-driven brands. \uD83D\uDCA1 **Bonus points if you have…** * Experience in **regulated sectors**, such as energy, technology, consumer goods, banking, telecoms, or mobility. * Experience **crafting compelling narratives for media**. * Ability to work with data and turn it into journalistic stories. * Experience preparing spokespeople and managing interviews. * Ability to create PR ideas that don’t rely on large budgets. * Strategic vision to build a relevant brand—not just isolated campaign impacts. * **️ Job Conditions** * \uD83C\uDFE0 **Office:** Madrid, Valencia, or Barcelona * **\uD83D\uDC4B\uD83C\uDFFC Start Date:** Immediate * **\uD83D\uDCDD Contract Type:** Permanent * + **Working Hours:** Full-time * **\uD83D\uDCB6 Salary:** Wondering about the salary for this role? Just ask us! During a call with our Talent team, we always discuss compensation—because we genuinely want your experience to align with the right pay. We don’t advertise it because, frankly, we offer flexibility and never want salary to deter anyone from applying to Octopus. For us, finding the perfect octo-fit is what matters most. **Other Benefits:** * \uD83D\uDCB0 Octopus Energy stock options * + Breakfast and fresh fruit in the office * \uD83C\uDFE5 Flexible benefits (meal card, transport, childcare, private health insurance…) * \uD83D\uDE98 Electric vehicle purchase assistance * \uD83C\uDFE6 Pension plan * \uD83C\uDF93 Professional development * \uD83C\uDF89 Fun, dynamic, and inclusive workplace environment * \uD83C\uDF7D️ Events: "Family Dinners" and many more team experiences ### **\uD83D\uDC9A Why You’ll Love Working Here** * At Octopus Energy, we do things differently. We believe in a workplace where you can be yourself, grow professionally, and feel part of a team truly committed to changing the world. * \uD83C\uDFC6 We’re a Great Place to Work! On Glassdoor, we’ve been recognized among the top 50 best companies to work for, and our culture has been highlighted repeatedly. * \uD83C\uDF99️ Want to learn more about how we work? Listen to our CEO on this podcast about our culture and values. **\uD83D\uDCE9 Ready to join the change?** If you want to be part of this project **and help build a greener future**, send us your application! \uD83C\uDF31 \uD83D\uDCCE **Attach your CV**, and if your profile fits, we’ll contact you. We can’t wait to meet you! \uD83D\uDE09 Where necessary, we sometimes use AI tools to help with parts of our hiring process, like reviewing applications or assessing responses. We’re lucky to receive a huge amount of interest, so these tools help our recruiters manage that volume, not replace them. Ultimately, every hiring decision (for example, whether to progress your application or not) is always made by a real person in our Talent team. If you’d like to know more about how we use your data, you can reach out to us via email at talent@octoenergy.com. We’re happy to help!