Comms Leaders welcomes Joanne Watkins

At a time when companies are seeing the impact AI is having on recruitment, the human element in finding candidates that really are a strong fit is more important than ever.

We're delighted that Joanne has joined the Comms Leaders fold this week.

Right across the communications industry, AI is the talk of the town. How will comms professionals adapt to the challenges and opportunities it presents? How will things look once the initial spike dips and our use of AI becomes the norm? How will businesses react to any backlash that might be on the horizon? Joanne, as our recruitment consultant for external comms roles, is ideally placed to meet this challenge and others. She brings a wealth of experience on both sides of the fence, in her own extensive career as an external comms leader and in matching talented specialists with the right roles, in the UK and abroad.

"I am delighted to be joining Comms Leaders, a team of talented and experienced comms specialists, committed to service delivery in recruitment and training", says Joanne. "For many in the industry, one of the greatest challenges is aligning AI, audiences and authenticity and it's the comms professional who is pivotal in steering this to achieve that most desirable attribute of trust." "Companies and brands fail without it, so the human touch remains essential. I'm looking forward to working with clients to elevate their comms teams and with candidates seeking to enhance their skills, experience and careers. Great to be here!"

Contact joanne@commsleaders.co.uk if you're considering your next move in external communications, or looking to recruit a talented specialist for your business or team.