Communications

Director Communication

(Flexible location)

Are you ready to shape the future of our industry with us? At Seco Tools, we have an exciting opportunity for a seasoned manager to join our global team as a Director Communication. This is a new role in a newly established department, where you will have the unique opportunity to establish effective ways of working and build a high-performing team. If you are ready to lead change and make a significant impact, we welcome you to join us on this exciting journey!

About the Role

As a Director Communication, you will develop and execute a strategic communication plan to strengthen the organization’s brand, reputation, and employee engagement. You will build and lead a strong, effective team and ensure clear, consistent messaging across internal and external channels, aligning communication efforts with business objectives. Additionally, you will be part of the Brand, Marketing and Communication Management Team and report to the Vice President of Brand, Marketing, and Communication. Location for this role is flexible within Europe, APAC region or Americas.

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you will develop and implement strategic communication plans to align with our business goals and enhance our brand reputation. You will ensure consistent messaging across all channels and engage employees to support our company culture.

Externally, you will manage media relations, press releases, and crisis communications to maintain a positive public image. You will oversee key corporate messaging for consistency and build relationships with key stakeholders, including employees, media, and customers.

You will identify and develop thought leadership topics, produce high-quality content, and activate it across various platforms. Your structured approach to messaging will ensure clarity and impact. Finally, you will create a comprehensive communication plan outlining strategies, tactics, and timelines for effective communication.

About you

We are looking for someone with Master or Bachelor’s degree in communications, or related field and over 10 years of experience in corporate communications, public relations, or related fields, ideally in a global or multinational company. You should be able to develop and execute communication strategies aligned with business objectives, translate business goals into effective messaging, and measure communication impact. Handling internal communications, leadership messaging, and employee engagement is essential, along with creating executive communication materials like speeches and announcements. Building relationships with media, industry leaders, and key stakeholders, positioning the company as a thought leader, and developing executive positioning strategies are important. You'll manage external communication and media relations to maintain a positive public image, including planning and execute crisis communication.

Proven managerial experience with a focus on guiding and developing teams is required, as well as exceptional leadership abilities to effectively collaborate with executives and other key stakeholders. Managing budgets and projects efficiently with effective time management skills are also required. A growth mindset is essential, as you will collaborate with peers to influence the direction of the newly established Brand, Marketing and Communication department. Fluency in written and verbal English is a must.

What We Offer

A dynamic and innovative work environment within a leading organization in the cutting tools industry. A people-centric company making a difference in the machining industry. A global, diverse, and passionate team and opportunities for professional growth and development.

Our Seco culture

Seco employees across the globe share our family spirit, along with a passion for our customers and a personal commitment to ensure success in everything we do. For us, it’s also clear that our diversities form an amazing foundation for achieving great results. Visit our LinkedIn or Facebook to get to know us and our products further.

Application

Send your application no later than March,26 2025. Read more about us and apply at secotools.com (Job ID: R0076239).

As we aim for a fair recruitment process, we utilize assessment tools to safeguard objectivity. When you apply for this job, you will therefore receive an invitation via email to a personality and logic ability test. Feedback comes immediately after the test has been completed and the selection process begins after the application deadline.

Contact Information

For further information about this position please contact a member of our project team Praskovia Sheremeteva, Praskovia.sheremeteva@sandvik.com

At Seco we develop and offer advanced products & solutions that make metal cutting easier. We work together with our customers to identify and implement the best solutions for their needs. The corporate culture empowers employees through shared values: Passion for our customers, Family Spirit, Personal commitment. Seco Tools has a presence in more than 75 countries and employs about 4000 people.

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