AdressAs a Communication Manager you will be responsible for planning, executing and monitoring communication activities that substantially contribute to Vattenfall's business goals and reputation. You will work together with the Heads of Communication for corporate and the various business areas and with other communication disciplines including Media relations, Public Affairs and Brand. A great opportunity to take a broad approach to communication issues and get to know the many sides and faces of Vattenfall!
Business and Corporate Communication
On behalf of the Heads of Communication, we lead or support communication topics and projects that are of strategic importance to Vattenfall and the various business areas and that improve Vattenfall's reputation internally and externally. We use our broad network and knowledge of the organization to proactively leverage synergies, identify opportunities and risks, and work with our colleagues on solutions.
The core team consists of 9 people based in Amsterdam, Berlin, Hamburg, Stockholm and Luleå, all working as Communication Managers. The extended team also includes the 6 Heads of Communication and the communication development team.
What are you going to do?
1. Project Management
Participation in national and international (communication) projects.
Taking over the sub-project management \"Communication\" in projects.
Drafting decision-making documents for project leaders and executives.
Bringing in a professional communication perspective.
Drafting and evaluating communication plans and concepts.
Coordinate with other project members and sub-areas of the project.
2. Analysis activities and concept development
Develop concepts and activities for holistic communication in consultation with other communication disciplines.
Drafting decision-making documents for the Heads of Communication regarding communication topics.
Checking communication concepts and ideas for their feasibility in relation to Vattenfall standards (brand management, tone of voice, etc.) and giving instructions to external service providers.
3. Professional coordination and alignment
Taking over the planning and execution of holistic communication activities under the supervision of the Heads of Communication in the context of annual communication plans for the various business areas.
Developing, producing and making available communication materials, often in collaboration with other communication disciplines and external service providers.
Advising on communication topics and supporting the use of communication tools.
Who are you?
As our new Communications Manager, we expect you to be proactive, with unbridled curiosity in business topics.
In addition, you will bring the following:
Relevant university degree in communication sciences or similar focus
At least 5 years of work experience within various communication disciplines, project management or a similar background
Preferably experience working in large organizations or as a consultant for large organizations
Collaborative team player who can confidently and independently manage projects, often in an international setting
You quickly master new topics and like to make good contacts with new colleagues and external parties
At the same time, you are not averse to perseverance and supervise projects from start to finish
In addition, the following qualifications are important:
Fluent in professional Swedish and English
Ability to see the bigger picture and approach communication strategically – across business areas, countries, communication disciplines, etc.
Interest in the latest communication trends that you know how to creatively apply to communication activities to help the team innovate
Our Offer
We offer a challenging and international work environment and the possibility to work with some of the best in the field. You will be working in interdisciplinary teams and you can always count on support from committed colleagues as ‘Ask and Share’ concept is essential for the way we work. We offer attractive employment conditions (smart working, flexible working hours and a good-work-life balance) and opportunities for personal and professional development. Click here for further information.
Location
Solna
For more information about the position you are welcome to contact hiring manager Christina Reuter christina.reuter@vattenfall.com For more information about the recruitment process you are welcome to contact our recruiter Carolina Osterman carolina.osterman@vattenfall.com
Trade Union representatives in Sweden via Vattenfall´s switchboard +46 8 739 50 00.
We welcome your application in English no later than February 8th. We kindly request that you do not send applications by any means other than via our website.
At Vattenfall we are convinced that diversity contributes to build a more profitable and attractive company and we strive to be a good role model regarding diversity. Vattenfall works actively for all employees to have the same opportunities and rights regardless of gender, ethnicity, age, transgender identity or expression, religion or other belief, disability or sexual orientation. Click here for further information.
The security of Vattenfall and its employees is essential. For that reason, a pre-employment screening will be part of your recruitment process. The screening is based on the role you will fulfill within Vattenfall. The screening will be performed by a third party, Validata.
Since Vattenfall is a part of the Swedish critical infrastructure, many of our services are security classed. If this position is security classed the final candidates might be subjected to a security vetting process, according to the Swedish legislation.
We look forward to receiving your application!
Vattenfall is one of Europe’s largest producers and retailers of electricity and heat. Our main markets are Sweden, Germany, the Netherlands, Denmark, and the UK. The Vattenfall Group has approximately 20 000 employees. We have been electrifying industries, powering homes and transforming life through innovation for more than 100 years. We are committed to building a future where everyone can choose fossil-free ways to move, make and live. Join us as we work for fossil freedom!
