Senior Corporate Communications Lead

Requisition ID 1905 - Posted - Denmark - Marketing / Brand / Digital - Mid-Senior Level - Copenhagen, Denmark

Join us at Bang & Olufsen as we elevate our brand's voice and narrative. As an important part of our communications strategy, you will position us as a leader in the luxury market, shaping how we connect with our audience and stakeholders.

Your mission is to develop and implement our corporate communications strategy, including CEO and global leadership team spokesperson strategies, as well as internal communications strategy.

Key Responsibilities
External Communications

• Strategic Vision: Craft and implement innovative communications strategies that align with our corporate goals and equity story.
• Agency Partnership: Collaborate with external agencies to deliver impactful campaigns and maintain ongoing dialogue to ensure alignment with our messaging.
• Crisis Management: Navigate sensitive issues with agility, fostering engagement across the business to address challenges proactively.
• Message Preparation: Collaborate with the CEO and leadership team to develop compelling messaging for interviews and presentations, ensuring a cohesive narrative across markets.
• Media Relations: Cultivate and strengthen relationships with key reporters and media outlets, positioning Bang & Olufsen as a thought leader in luxury.
• Financial Communications: Prepare insightful speaking notes and presentations for quarterly financial communications, and craft strategic company announcements and quotes for the CEO and Chairman.
• Proactive Storytelling: Identify and pitch captivating corporate stories to major business media, showcasing our innovations and achievements.
• Training and Development: Equip spokespersons with the skills and confidence needed to represent our brand effectively in various public engagements.

Internal Communications

• Engaging Town Halls: Oversee the planning and execution of dynamic town hall meetings that promote employee engagement and transparency.
• Digital Communication: Curate and maintain content for our Beowire/intranet, ensuring that employee stories and product updates are effectively communicated.
• Celebrating Innovation: Organize and host product launch celebrations, creating memorable experiences that showcase our latest offerings.
• Strategic Alignment: Drive the rollout of strategic initiatives across the organization, ensuring all teams are aligned and informed.
• Editorial Leadership: Host local editorial meetings with regional teams to brainstorm and share impactful stories that resonate with our brand values.

What You Bring
We are looking for a proficient communications expert with approximately 10+ years of experience. Your qualifications include:

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in communications or a related field.
• A global perspective and understanding of diverse markets.
• Proven media relations expertise and a comprehensive network within the industry.
• A creative problem solver with strategic insight and experience in issues management.
• An enthusiasm for sustainability communications and driving impactful narratives.

What We Offer
Join our collaborative communications team, where you’ll work across Social Media, Internal Communications, and PR. Based in our Lyngby office, you will collaborate with teams in Global Marketing, Investor Relations, Strategy, People & Culture, Product Management, and Sustainability, alongside our global leadership team and CEO.

With approximately 1,100 employees, Bang & Olufsen is an agile company that gives room for individual flexibility and decision-making. Our hierarchy is flat, and our communication is open and trustworthy. We believe in mutual respect and with a unique pool of people coming from +55 countries we aim to build a more inclusive workplace to grow as professionals and as a company and remain innovative.

Compensation: Competitive salary and benefits package.

Location: Kongens Lyngby, Denmark.

Start date: As soon as possible.

Travel: Approx. 5%

How to apply
Submit your CV and application in English by pressing the ‘Apply’ button. Applications are assessed continuously, so please apply as soon as possible and no later than 22nd November 2024.

At Bang & Olufsen, we believe in equal opportunities for all. We encourage applicants to focus on their qualifications, skills, and experience when submitting their CVs. Please refrain from including personal information such as photographs. Our hiring decisions are based solely on merit, and we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone has an equal chance to succeed. If you see yourself in the position and believe you have the potential to support build B&O's future, even if you don't meet all the requirements, we sincerely encourage you to apply. We look forward to hearing from you!

If you want to know more about the position, you are welcome to contact our TA Specialist, Grant Stevens-Bulmer on [email protected]. Please do not send your CV and application to this e-mail directly as these will not be taken into consideration.

Read more about our recruitment process and explore your career opportunities within Bang & Olufsen here.

Bang & Olufsen has for more than 99 years developed luxury audio products that change moods and inspire minds. With offices in Denmark (headquartered in Struer) and the rest of the world, Bang & Olufsen is determined to create products that push the boundaries of audio technology. To this day, every product is