Communications Manager (m/f/x)

at  VARO Energy

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or related field – alternatively traineeship or education within the field
• 3-5 years of experience in corporate communications, marketing communications, or related roles, with a focus on geographic-specific communications.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite and communication software/tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in German and strong English language skills (corporate language)

• Communications Strategy/Planning/Execution:
• Develop and implement communications strategies tailored for the German market working closely with the geographic organization
• With guidance from VARO corporate communication, align geographic communications with overall corporate objectives, ensuring local communications are consistent with corporate brand and messaging.
• Adapt and translate corporate communication messages as needed, to effectively resonate with the local audience including localizing messaging and addressing region-specific issue
• Help the country leadership with talking points, speeches, presentations.
• Work with country commercial leadership to develop plan which articulates and communicates the customer value proposition of VARO’s portfolio to target audiences through key marketing and communication channels.
• Crisis communications – manage communications during crises or sensitive situations in Germany with guidance from VARO HSSE, country leadership and corporate communications.
• Internal Communications: Develop and implement internal communicates plans to ensure employees are informed and aligned with company goals including relevant postings on company Intranet site and supporting leadership on local employee engagement sessions. Help foster a sense of community and transparency among regional employees.
• Digital and Social Media Management – Develop and drive social media plan relevant for strategic audiences in Germany, including creating local content and adapting corporate content.
• Community Engagement: Represent VARO communications at select industry associations in line with company objectives with those organizations. Provide communications support on strategic local advocacy working closely with country leadership for direction.
• Coordinate with strategic joint venture partners in Germany and ensure communications are aligned.
• Website: Work with VARO website communications focal point to keep German content on company website updated. Ensure accurate content in support of geographic communications strategy.
• Media Relations: Understand the local media landscape to support corporate media outreach efforts led by corporate communications.
• Measurement: Analyse performance of communications activities to refine future efforts and provide updates to geographic and communications leadership on learnings, effectiveness. Use digital analytics to understand and apply learnings to maximize website and social media engagement.

Your Profile

• Strong understanding of communication preferences and best practices in Germany.
• Organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple priorities.
• Experience with digital communication platforms, social media.
• Knowledge / experience in energy sector / sustainable energies sector a plus.
• Highly organized with the ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or related field – alternatively traineeship or education within the field
• 3-5 years of experience in corporate communications, marketing communications, or related roles, with a focus on geographic-specific communications.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite and communication software/tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in German and strong English language skills (corporate language).

We Offer

• A professional and very well connected work environment with a young and international team in a growing company
• Agile processes and possibilities to have an impact and stake on a company, that has a clear vision to shape the energy market in Europe
• Attractive salary and bonus structures, as well as an employer-financed pension and accident insurance
• An attractive workplace in Germany with a modern and open office concept and a sophisticated IT landscape
• A flexible and digital work -environment, built on trust and collaboration
• A good track record on developing people into different roles
• Fun and a supportive team environment that welcomes you to social events
• A good track record on developing people into different roles
• Further benefits such an employer-funded subsidy for the ‘Deutschlandticket’, health management, including for example health consulting, discounted gym memberships and digital fitness courses. We also cooperate with a specialised external provider, offering an Employee Assistance Program to support you with personalised advice and professional coaching