Head of External Affairs

GWI

Location: London Office requirement: Hybrid, 2 days in office  Employment type: Permanent AS OUR HEAD OF COMMUNICATIONS YOU’LL: lead GWI’s public relations, corporate communications, and social media efforts. Reporting into the CMO, this role will set the strategy, oversee execution, and manage a small but high-performing team. You’ll be GWI’s lead storyteller — crafting narratives that resonate with media, customers, partners, and the investor community, while strengthening our brand’s voice in a competitive market. This is both a strategic and hands-on role: you'll shape our market positioning, drive thought leadership, and ensure GWI is at the center of conversations that matter. GWI is powering agents and decision-makers with real consumer intelligence. This person will be central to telling that story as we scale it globally.  You will collaborate across functions to ensure that all messaging is consistent, accurate, and aligned with GWI’s vision and mission. WHAT WILL YOU BE DOING? Strategic leadership * Develop and execute an integrated communications strategy that spans PR, media engagement, executive comms, and social media. * Align comms strategy with company goals, product launches, and market milestones. * Monitor industry trends, competitor activity, and the evolving media landscape to ensure GWI stays relevant and visible. * Drive U.S. market expansion communications — establishing GWI’s market narrative, brand positioning, and awareness through high-impact external media strategies. Media relations & thought leadership * Serve as a trusted advisor to the executive team, shaping executive visibility and thought leadership. * Build and maintain relationships across news, business, technology, trade, and broadcast media. * Proactively pitch stories, secure high-quality earned coverage, and position GWI as a thought leader in AI and customer insights. * Develop and manage executive thought leadership programs, shape unique points of view, craft media-ready messaging, and secure top-tier speaking opportunities. * Partner with product, revenue, marketing, and insights teams to turn insights, partnerships and product innovation into compelling narratives and media angles. Executive visibility * Advise executives on public positioning, media engagement, and narrative development. * Prepare and coach spokespeople for interviews, panels, and keynotes. * Support the CEO and CFO in shaping GWI's investor and financial narrative, developing messaging for fundraising moments, board communications, and strategic announcements that require precise, high-stakes positioning.  Social media & digital engagement * Set the social media strategy across all relevant platforms, defining how GWI shows up, what it stands for, and how social amplifies the broader communications agenda rather than running parallel to it. * Partner with Marketing and Creative to ensure social is integrated into campaigns, product launches, and thought leadership moments, with clear ownership of what gets amplified and how. * Establish a performance framework for social, setting KPIs, interpreting analytics, and using data to continuously evolve the channel's role in GWI's brand presence. Team leadership & performance * Lead, mentor, and develop two direct reports with empathy and strategic direction. * Foster strong cross-functional partnerships with Marketing, Product, Revenue, and Insights to deliver integrated campaigns. * Create clear reporting on communications performance, demonstrating impact on business goals and evaluating campaign efficiency. WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING WITH ME? * Communications experience, with a proven track record spanning media relations, PR, executive communications, and investor/financial communications for high-growth B2B tech brands with at least 3 years in a leadership role.  * Demonstrated success in securing top-tier media placements that shape narrative, influence public opinion, and build brand credibility. * Skilled in translating complex technical or data-driven concepts into clear, engaging, media-ready stories. * Strong collaborator with the ability to influence and operate across all levels of the organization. * Experience working closely with senior executives on media opportunities, speaking engagements, and thought leadership. * Proficient in leveraging AI tools to improve communication strategy and execution. * Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling abilities with an editorial mindset. * Passion for using data and insights to inform strategy and measure impact. * High intensity paired with high humility — approachable, inspiring, and grounded.   WHAT WE OFFER 🧘 At GWI, you’ll find meaningful work, visible impact, and a culture that empowers you to do your best. Our package includes: * Time to recharge – 25 days’ annual leave, plus office closures over the holidays. * Health & wellbeing – Health cash plan, enhanced family benefits, carer days, and mental health support. * Financial benefits – Competitive salary, 4% pension matching, and recognition programs that celebrate success. * Flexibility & balance – Flexitime, early Friday finishes, hybrid and remote options, plus a “work from home” budget. * Career growth – Accredited learning, leadership development, and global career mobility. * Community & impact – DE&I initiatives, volunteering opportunities, donation matching, and payroll giving. Put all that together and GWI is the friendliest, most fulfilling place any of us has ever worked.   DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION 🫶 Diversity is fundamental to who we are—as a data company and as a workplace. Our data reflects global realities, and so must our teams. We strive to build a workforce as diverse and inclusive as the insights we deliver. As a Disability Confident employer, we welcome applications from disabled candidates and are committed to making adjustments throughout the hiring process—whether that's extra time, materials in advance or a different format, breaks, an adjusted interview format, assistive tools, or flexible scheduling. We're happy to discuss whatever would work best for you. We actively encourage applications from underrepresented and marginalised communities. At GWI, you'll find a place to contribute meaningfully, grow professionally, and belong fully.   #li-hybrid #LI-VS1

CarbonChain

ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE London, UK   ABOUT US The world’s most pressing problem requires the world’s best talent to fix it, and here at CarbonChain we’re bringing together a superstar team to tackle decarbonization head on. We’re lean, scrappy and determined to make a massive impact by helping the world’s biggest emitters drive commercial wins by reducing their emissions. We see the climate challenge as a transformative opportunity for the global economy, and a rewarding career opportunity for those willing to take on the challenge in a rapidly growing market. OUR PEOPLE CarbonChain’s people are passionate about solving huge challenges, are driven by personal and mutual success, and take extreme ownership for their individual part of getting us to world-changing results. We live and breathe our values every day, and pride ourselves on creating a positive, inclusive and world-class environment for our talent to develop. We have MBAs and PhDs, and experience from various backgrounds leading huge initiatives. Our company includes individuals from some of the world’s best companies and scale-ups, but we know that there’s a lot we don’t know, and we’re hoping you can help fill that gap. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Reporting directly to the Head of Sales, Account Executives at CarbonChain are “CEOs of their own businesses”, given the responsibility to develop their territory including building a plan and executing on that. They will work alongside Business Development & Marketing to design and implement a Pipeline Generation Plan, and will seek to close ARR on a predictable, efficient and scalable basis. They will also be part of our founding commercial team, so we expect this person to be driven both by personal results and invigorated by the idea of contributing to the foundation of the business, helping us iterate our strategy. This position is for someone who can handle an ambiguous and rapidly changing environment, ramp up very fast on the technology and the climate regulatory market, and help direct the company’s efforts given your regular contact with prospects & customers. Crucially, they need to be comfortable in uncomfortable situations and thrive on making great decisions quickly. We need a driven Account Executive who has a track record of over exceeding quota for 6+ years and has the experience of working in a fast-paced start-up or similar business. They should be a Pipeline Generation (PG) wizard, constantly over exceeding outbound PG goals, and should have excellent sales fundamentals, and we’ll help you build on these skills. Experience in the sustainability/climate tech industry is a plus but not required. Specific responsibilities include: · Quota achievement against your ARR target (>$800K ARR) · Creating sales opportunities through inbound and outbound prospecting · Implementing the highest standards of data hygiene and always keeping the CRM up to date · Forecasting accurately · Helping us develop a new market or territory · Holding the company values to the highest standard What we can offer to you · Best-in-class benefits and salary package (as detailed below) · Huge investment into your personal development - combining internal and external resources to help you develop in your career. · Proven leadership with a track record of developing AEs · Well-defined development pathways not just into the next phase of your career, but towards future leadership roles · The chance to enter the ground floor of one of the world’s leading climate tech startups. Desired Background & Experience · Proven and demonstrable experience in significantly overachieving individual targets in a high-performance SaaS sales organization (3+ years of over achievement) · Strong Sales Acumen and knowledge of fundamental sales frameworks. Strong preference for those familiar with: * Value Selling * Command of the Message * MEDDIC and its various forms * The 3 Whys * Challenger sale · Excellent Pipeline Generation (Consistently generating >3x coverage) · Basic knowledge of - and eagerness to learn more about - decarbonisation. If you’re not from the climatetech industry, expect to do your research as part of the interview process! · A true deal quarterback, able to drive “whole company” deals that are required in startups. · Excellent Executive Presence and ability to change your messaging based on the seniority of your prospect. Strong, concise verbal communicator comfortable in operating in board rooms. · Demonstrable track record of identifying, nurturing and testing Champions · Strong organisational and prioritisation skills - you should be a natural self-starter · Excellent CRM usage and a data-driven methodology Preferred, but not essential: · Experience selling to traditional businesses (manufacturing, energy, construction etc.) · Experience working in climate/greentech organisations BENEFITS CarbonChainers receive a ton of great benefits, including: · £2,000 annual learning allowance · £500 home office setup package · £1,000 annual work away package · Private medical coverage · Office gym, Cycle to Work Scheme · 28 days annual leave · Team lunches once a week in the office · Generous parental leave policy · Private healthcare Please send applications to: gurbinder@carbonchain.com CarbonChain values diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds.  If you think your skills and experience match what we’re looking for and you’d like to join the next Climate Tech industry unicorn, please get in touch! You can find out more about interviewing at CarbonChain at https://www.carbonchain.com/careers/interview-process.

CarbonChain

SENIOR ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE London, UK   ABOUT US The world’s most pressing problem requires the world’s best talent to fix it, and here at CarbonChain we’re bringing together a superstar team to tackle decarbonization head on. We’re lean, scrappy and determined to make a massive impact by helping the world’s biggest emitters drive commercial wins by reducing their emissions. We see the climate challenge as a transformative opportunity for the global economy, and a rewarding career opportunity for those willing to take on the challenge in a rapidly growing market. OUR PEOPLE CarbonChain’s people are passionate about solving huge challenges, are driven by personal and mutual success, and take extreme ownership for their individual part of getting us to world-changing results. We live and breathe our values every day, and pride ourselves on creating a positive, inclusive and world-class environment for our talent to develop. We have MBAs and PhDs, and experience from various backgrounds leading huge initiatives. Our company includes individuals from some of the world’s best companies and scale-ups, but we know that there’s a lot we don’t know, and we’re hoping you can help fill that gap. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Reporting directly to the Head of Sales, Account Executives at CarbonChain are “CEOs of their own businesses”, given the responsibility to develop their territory including building a plan and executing on that. They will work alongside Business Development & Marketing to design and implement a Pipeline Generation Plan, and will seek to close ARR on a predictable, efficient and scalable basis. They will also be part of our founding commercial team, so we expect this person to be driven both by personal results and invigorated by the idea of contributing to the foundation of the business, helping us iterate our strategy. This position is for someone who can handle an ambiguous and rapidly changing environment, ramp up very fast on the technology and the climate regulatory market, and help direct the company’s efforts given your regular contact with prospects & customers. Crucially, they need to be comfortable in uncomfortable situations and thrive on making great decisions quickly. We need a driven Account Executive who has a track record of over exceeding quota for 6+ years and has the experience of working in a fast-paced start-up or similar business. They should be a Pipeline Generation (PG) wizard, constantly over exceeding outbound PG goals, and should have excellent sales fundamentals, and we’ll help you build on these skills. Experience in the sustainability/climate tech industry is a plus but not required. Specific responsibilities include: · Quota achievement against your ARR target (>$1M ARR) · Creating sales opportunities through inbound and outbound prospecting · Implementing the highest standards of data hygiene and always keeping the CRM up to date · Forecasting accurately · Helping us develop a new market or territory · Holding the company values to the highest standard What we can offer to you · Best-in-class benefits and salary package (as detailed below) · Huge investment into your personal development - combining internal and external resources to help you develop in your career. · Proven leadership with a track record of developing AEs · Well-defined development pathways not just into the next phase of your career, but towards future leadership roles · The chance to enter the ground floor of one of the world’s leading climate tech startups. Desired Background & Experience · Proven and demonstrable experience in significantly overachieving individual targets in a high-performance SaaS sales organization (3+ years of over achievement) · Strong Sales Acumen and knowledge of fundamental sales frameworks. Strong preference for those familiar with: * Value Selling * Command of the Message * MEDDIC and its various forms * The 3 Whys * Challenger sale · Excellent Pipeline Generation (Consistently generating >3x coverage) · Basic knowledge of - and eagerness to learn more about - decarbonisation. If you’re not from the climatetech industry, expect to do your research as part of the interview process! · A true deal quarterback, able to drive “whole company” deals that are required in startups. · Excellent Executive Presence and ability to change your messaging based on the seniority of your prospect. Strong, concise verbal communicator comfortable in operating in board rooms. · Demonstrable track record of identifying, nurturing and testing Champions · Strong organisational and prioritisation skills - you should be a natural self-starter · Excellent CRM usage and a data-driven methodology Preferred, but not essential: · Experience selling to traditional businesses (manufacturing, energy, construction etc.) · Experience working in climate/greentech organisations BENEFITS CarbonChainers receive a ton of great benefits, including: · £2,000 annual learning allowance · £500 home office setup package · £1,000 annual work away package · Private medical coverage · Office gym, Cycle to Work Scheme · 28 days annual leave · Team lunches once a week in the office · Generous parental leave policy · Private healthcare Please send applications to: gurbinder@carbonchain.com CarbonChain values diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds.  If you think your skills and experience match what we’re looking for and you’d like to join the next Climate Tech industry unicorn, please get in touch! You can find out more about interviewing at CarbonChain at https://www.carbonchain.com/careers/interview-process.