Head of Media Relations, Press Office, and Public Affairs, B&R Automation
Take your next career step at B&R – a member of the ABB Group – with a global team that is energizing the transformation of society and industry to achieve a more productive, sustainable future.
This position reports to
Head of Communications
Your role and responsibilities
The Head of Media Relations, Press Office, and Public Affairs for B&R will be responsible for shaping and executing B&R’s media relations strategy on a global scale. This leadership role will enhance B&R’s reputation, manage crisis communication, and drive public awareness through impactful content across multiple media channels. The candidate will collaborate closely with ABB’s external communications and media relations teams and act as the public voice of B&R, fostering relationships with media and industry thought leaders.
Main responsibilities include:
1. Develop and implement a global media relations strategy, securing high profile placements in print, broadcast and online media, including social media.
2. Create and distribute press releases and orchestrate the creation and distribution of regional and/or local releases.
3. Manage relationships with media and industry influencers, acting as a spokesperson for B&R.
4. Support B&R’s business growth through strategic partnerships, sponsorships, and advertising initiatives.
5. Collaborate with the ABB Group and other ABB Comms teams as well as B&R teams to drive aligned communication strategies.
Qualifications for the role
* 12+ years of experience in international public relations, preferably with a mix of corporate/agency experience in a technology-focused industry.
* Proven expertise in designing and executing successful media campaigns.
* Demonstrated track record in public relations, communications, marketing, journalism, or related field.
* Strong public speaking and presentation skills, with experience as a company spokesperson.
* Proficient in social media management, digital content creation, and event planning.
* Fluent in English and German (C2 proficiency).
* Able to work effectively in a matrixed, global organization.
More about us
At B&R, you can expect an exciting job with tailored introductory training. You will work in agile teams where you can actively contribute and drive ideas forward. Our flexible work models (e.g., flextime, hybrid) offer an optimal work-life balance. We offer customized training and development programs as well as exciting opportunities within the company.
In compliance with legal regulations, we refer to the minimum salary of the collective agreement of the electrical and electronics industry of €4,623.87 gross/month, with a willingness to overpay based on qualifications and experience.
We look forward to receiving your application (documents submitted in English are appreciated). If you want to discover more about ABB, visit our website at www.abb.com.
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