Our Exciting Opportunity! 

We are looking for a brilliant Head of Communications with experience in delivering external communications for global brands with a specific focus on tech. We are looking for someone who is logical and analytical and can help the communications team to think creatively to develop, implement and continuously evaluate the communications outputs for maximal business impact.  

You will lead Customer Unit Western Europe´s (Germany, Switzerland and the Netherlands) External Communications and media relations, covering some of the most dynamic and innovative areas in the company’s 5G portfolio! The Head of Communications Manager will drive innovative and fresh communications strategies, tactics and messaging frameworks while maintaining a consistent brand across audiences. With attention to detail being the hallmark of communications, the person in this role will build a consistent approach across the Customer Unit working with Group Functions External Communications and Market Area Communications community. The aim is to deliver high quality, creative, robust content and messaging which is relevant to our diverse audiences. The target group includes media, influencers, customers, enterprises, our current and future employees, government, regulators, and the communities within which we operate. You will work on a strategic level, but you are equally comfortable to work hands on with the organization and think creatively to develop, implement and continuously evaluate and improve the communications outputs. 

You will

Craft and deliver a stand-out fully integrated external communications strategy and plan that enables Ericsson to promote our brand and increase our share of voice  

Plan and supervise the execution of the Market Areas strategic integrated campaigns covering Technology Thought Leadership, Sustainability & Corporate Responsibility, Digital Inclusion, and Government and Political Affairs, below others  

Supervise execution of the Group Function external communications campaigns locally

Initiate and craft innovative content for external and internal use, including press releases, thought leadership stories, blogs, videos, infographics and other digital content for an integrated activation in various channels 

Drive the Customer Units executive team communication and position it in social and internal channels as well as media interviews 

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Be a keen collaborator – actively sharing insight, experiences and materials with the communications community to learn and grow further together 

Collaborate closely and nurture the connection with tier 1 and 2 local key media, including personal connection to journalists for knowing and driving the market 

Collaborate closely with local customers, including personal connection to PR departments for knowing and driving the market 

Closely monitor media daily  

To be successful in the role you have 

7-10 years of media communication experience which should include + B2B Communications and Brand experience, experience in Government Media Relations is a plus 

Solid understanding of communications (internal and external), and marketing strategy 

Experience in various communication techniques, including earned and owned channels 

A Solid understanding of storytelling techniques, change and crisis communications and behavioral psychology (Bias, influencing, decision making and belief systems) 

German and English fluent skills (spoken and written) including excellent writing and editing skills German and English

Employee Engagement and internal communications experience is a plus 

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A Digital communications mindset with futuristic thinking, demonstrating a digital first approach, including active usage of efficiency tools and AI  

A mindset of continuous learning 

Focus on execution and measurable results /KPI/OKR  

Ability to empower and manage a team in a distributed and virtual environment 

Location: Düsseldorf, Germany, 2-3 days per week in the office 

​Why join Ericsson?

At Ericsson, you´ll have an outstanding opportunity. The chance to use your skills and imagination to push the boundaries of what´s possible. To build solutions never seen before to some of the world’s toughest problems. You´ll be challenged, but you won’t be alone. You´ll be joining a team of diverse innovators, all driven to go beyond the status quo to craft what comes next.
 
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​Encouraging a diverse and inclusive organization is core to our values at Ericsson, that's why we nurture it in everything we do. We truly believe that by collaborating with people with different experiences we drive innovation, which is essential for our future growth. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply and realize their full potential as part of our Ericsson team.  Ericsson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, learn more.

 

If you need assistance or to request an accommodation due to a disability, please contact Ericsson at hr.direct.mana@ericsson.com

 

DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this position. They are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for this position, and you may be required to perform additional job tasks as assigned.

 

 Primary country and city: Germany (DE) || Düsseldorf

Job details: Local Communications (CCM)