Country Communications Manager Czech Republic

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This position reports to

Country Holding Officer

Your role and responsibilities

Communications is a crucial function to our success. As Country Communication Manager for the Cech Republic, you are responsible for leading Tier 1 and financial media as well as crisis communications and issues management. You are responsible for protecting the ABB brand and for ensuring a balanced profile of ABB and its businesses in the Czech Republic. You will own the country based digital platforms and be responsible for cascading ABB-wide internal communications in the country. You will collaborate with other communicators in the region in line with the ABB Way. The work model for the role is: hybrid. You will be mainly accountable for: • Developing and implementing a comprehensive communication plan that supports ABB's business strategy and enhances brand visibility through various media channels. • Managing media relations and crisis communications to effectively address inquiries and navigate challenging situations, protecting ABB's reputation in the market. • Leading internal communications efforts to ensure alignment with corporate objectives, fostering employee engagement, and managing compliance with GDPR and governance standards. • Safeguarding ABB's brand identity by ensuring all communications adhere to corporate design standards and managing the communications budget for transparency and effectiveness.

Qualifications for the role

• Undergraduate degree, or higher, in Communications, PR or other relevant discipline
• 10 years experience in Communication or Public Relations in a highly matrixed organization
• Fluency in Czech (written and spoken) and strong writing/editing skills
• Ability to communicate effectively in English.
• In-depth demonstrable knowledge and experience of all aspects of internal and external communications
• Extensive network within the press/media and ability to lead crisis communications autonomously
• Strong business partnership, collaboration and communication skills, with deep experience of managing internal and external relationships seamlessly

More about us

Benefits: • Flexible working hours • Option to work from home (Home Office) with a financial contribution • Annual financial bonus • 25 days of vacation • Annual salary review • Opportunity for further career growth in the Czech Republic and worldwide • MultiSport card • Meal allowance • Contribution to the benefits portal (2-3% of monthly salary) • Referral bonus for recommending a new employee • Opportunity for education - internal/external professional courses, language courses, and conferences • Company events (Christmas party, team buildings, family days, and more) • Assistance line - professional psychological counseling • Additional leave for extraordinary life events and support for expectant parents • Office with good transport accessibility • Accident insurance • Discounts on ABB electrical installation materials • Discounts with our partners (electronics, gastronomy, car purchases, train travel, etc.) We value people from different backgrounds. Apply today for your next career step within ABB and visit www.abb.com to learn about the impact of our solutions across the globe. #MyABBStory