Head of Corporate Publications & Communications at SGS

Baar, Zug, Switzerland -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

25 Nov, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Corporate Communications, Project Management, Writing, Editing, Storytelling, Stakeholder Management, Financial Reporting, Sustainability Communications, Public Relations, Content Development, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Attention to Detail, Regulatory Compliance, Data Analysis, Brand Management, ESG Objectives

Industry

Professional Services

Description

Company Description We are SGS – the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,500 employees operate a network of 2,500 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world. Job Description The Head of Corporate Publications & Communications is responsible for leading all external reporting and corporate disclosure activities that communicate the company’s performance, progress, and purpose. This includes managing financial and non-financial publications, press releases, and sustainability communications that support strategic priorities, enhance corporate reputation, and ensure clarity and consistency across all channels. A central part of the role is to oversee the planning, coordination, and delivery of the company’s Annual Integrated Report and other key publications, in close collaboration with Investor Relations, Sustainability, Finance, Legal, and Brand teams. The role encompasses a wide range of responsibilities, including but not limited to the following: 1. Annual and Corporate Reporting Lead the end-to-end development of the Annual Integrated Report (print and digital), ensuring it meets brand, regulatory, and strategic standards. Coordinate contributions and approvals across key stakeholders (Investor Relations, Finance, Sustainability, Legal, and Executive Management). Manage external partners (designers, writers, printers, translators) to deliver high-quality, on-time outputs. Guarantee accuracy, coherence, and alignment of data and narrative across all corporate reporting. Oversee additional corporate publications 2. Quarterly financial reports Lead the production, drafting, and review of the company’s quarterly financial updates, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and alignment with external disclosure standards. Collaborate closely with Investor Relations and Finance to refine key messages and disclosures. 3. Corporate press releases Draft and coordinate the release of key corporate announcements, working with relevant departments to ensure accuracy, consistency, and alignment with the company’s strategic priorities. 4. Corporate Sustainability Communications Develop and maintain a regular flow of corporate sustainability-related content for external audiences, showcasing the company’s commitments and progress. Manage communications regarding the company’s inclusion in sustainability indices and performance against key ESG objectives. Lead the production, drafting, and review of Corporate Sustainability Reports Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or related field. 10 years of experience in corporate communications or related roles, preferably within a multinational listed company. Strong project management experience with complex cross-functional deliverables such as Annual Reports. Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills for diverse audiences. Experience liaising with senior stakeholders(CEO, CFO) managing agencies. High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines. Deep understanding of financial and non-financial reporting requirements. Additional Information Location: Zug, Switzerland. As part of our recruitment process, we kindly request that you submit your CV in English to ensure accurate evaluation

Responsibilities

The Head of Corporate Publications & Communications leads all external reporting and corporate disclosure activities, ensuring clarity and consistency across all channels. This role includes overseeing the planning and delivery of the Annual Integrated Report and managing corporate publications and sustainability communications.