Location:Remote - Zurich, SwitzerlandJob ID: R0107001Date Posted:2025-10-01Company Name:HITACHI ENERGY LTDProfession (Job Category):Communications &amp; Corporate AffairsJob Schedule: Full timeRemote:YesJob Description:The opportunity We are seeking a results-driven, passionate global communications leader to play a pivotal role in positioning our solutions and driving profitable growth for Hitachi Energy’s Transformer Business through a broad spectrum of communication activities. This role will oversee the design, planning, and execution of both internal and external communication initiatives, offering strategic guidance aligned with the Business Unit and Group Corporate Communications strategy, corporate identity, and brand positioning. The successful candidate will own the business unit’s communication roadmap and ensure excellence in execution across all functions of our global operations, enhancing our visibility within the industry and beyond.  How you’ll make an impact <ul><li>Lead internal and external communications strategy for the Transformer Business Unit. </li><li>Develop and manage a comprehensive BU communications plan aligned with corporate goals. </li><li>Drive budget discussions and resource allocation for communications initiatives. </li><li>Build strong relationships with stakeholders including customers, media, and senior leadership. </li><li>Support BU leadership with messaging, positioning, and timely communications. </li><li>Create high-impact content such as speeches, presentations, and thought leadership articles. </li><li>Provide strategic guidance for branding and messaging at global and key events. </li><li>Ensure execution of communication plans in line with brand and corporate identity. </li><li>Manage media content including press releases, blogs, and trade stories. </li><li>Coordinate editorial planning and success story development with regional teams. </li><li>Collaborate with media relations teams to align on strategy and reporting. </li><li>Organize external visibility events like interviews, roundtables, and industry forums. </li><li>Lead social media initiatives and web enhancements to boost digital presence. </li><li>Explore and integrate new communication tools like podcasts and AI technologies. </li><li>Support internal communications including townhalls and organizational announcements. </li><li>Drive employee engagement and branding through purpose-driven messaging. </li><li>Maintain and update internal webpages and non-promotional social media channels. </li><li>Oversee creation and maintenance of multimedia assets and product documentation. </li><li>Ensure all BU content is brand-compliant, accessible, and regularly updated. </li><li>Monitor communication effectiveness and promote cross-functional collaboration.</li></ul> Your background <ul><li>Degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Design, Business, or equivalent professional experience.</li><li>A minimum of 7+ years communications experience in a global company, business to business.</li><li>Excellent cross-functional communication skills and experience (i.e. internal, external, media, digital, marketing communications).</li><li>Ability to create compelling content in different forms including written, graphic, digital, social media. This includes strong editorial skills to take raw materials and turn them into audience focused content, including human centric storytelling and content, distilling down complex ideas into customer-friendly language.</li><li>Strong project management, prioritization, and organizational skills with top-notch attention to detail and the ability to move projects forward independently in a fast-paced environment. Ability and experience in driving alignment functions and teams for collaboration</li><li>Strong relationship management skills with internal and external partners at all levels.</li><li>Passion for innovation and bringing fresh ideas to the table.</li><li>Fluent English, written &amp; spoken.</li><li>Digitally proficient in communications tools.</li><li>Willingness to travel on business assignments.</li></ul> <h2>Qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a <a href="https://www.hitachienergy.com/contact-us/general-inquiry?type=I+have+a+General+question">general inquiry form</a> on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.</h2><h2>This is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response. </h2>

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Global Communication Manager - BU Transformers

Location:Remote - Zurich, SwitzerlandJob ID: R0107001Date Posted:2025-10-01Company Name:HITACHI ENERGY LTDProfession (Job Category):Communications &amp; Corporate AffairsJob Schedule:&nbsp;Full timeRemote:YesJob Description:The opportunity&nbsp;We are seeking a results-driven, passionate global communications leader to play a pivotal role in positioning our solutions and driving profitable growth for Hitachi Energy’s Transformer Business through a broad spectrum of communication activities. This role will oversee the design, planning, and execution of both internal and external communication initiatives, offering strategic guidance aligned with the Business Unit and Group Corporate Communications strategy, corporate identity, and brand positioning. The successful candidate will own the business unit’s communication roadmap and ensure excellence in execution across all functions of our global operations, enhancing our visibility within the industry and beyond.&nbsp;&nbsp;How you’ll make an impact&nbsp;<ul><li>Lead internal and external communications strategy for the Transformer Business Unit. </li><li>Develop and manage a comprehensive BU communications plan aligned with corporate goals. </li><li>Drive budget discussions and resource allocation for communications initiatives. </li><li>Build strong relationships with stakeholders including customers, media, and senior leadership. </li><li>Support BU leadership with messaging, positioning, and timely communications. </li><li>Create high-impact content such as speeches, presentations, and thought leadership articles. </li><li>Provide strategic guidance for branding and messaging at global and key events. </li><li>Ensure execution of communication plans in line with brand and corporate identity. </li><li>Manage media content including press releases, blogs, and trade stories. </li><li>Coordinate editorial planning and success story development with regional teams. </li><li>Collaborate with media relations teams to align on strategy and reporting. </li><li>Organize external visibility events like interviews, roundtables, and industry forums. </li><li>Lead social media initiatives and web enhancements to boost digital presence. </li><li>Explore and integrate new communication tools like podcasts and AI technologies. </li><li>Support internal communications including townhalls and organizational announcements. </li><li>Drive employee engagement and branding through purpose-driven messaging. </li><li>Maintain and update internal webpages and non-promotional social media channels. </li><li>Oversee creation and maintenance of multimedia assets and product documentation. </li><li>Ensure all BU content is brand-compliant, accessible, and regularly updated. </li><li>Monitor communication effectiveness and promote cross-functional collaboration.</li></ul>&nbsp;Your background&nbsp;<ul><li>Degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Design, Business, or equivalent professional experience.</li><li>A minimum of 7+ years communications experience in a global company, business to business.</li><li>Excellent cross-functional communication skills and experience (i.e. internal, external, media, digital, marketing communications).</li><li>Ability to create compelling content in different forms including written, graphic, digital, social media. This includes strong editorial skills to take raw materials and turn them into audience focused content, including human centric storytelling and content, distilling down complex ideas into customer-friendly language.</li><li>Strong project management, prioritization, and organizational skills with top-notch attention to detail and the ability to move projects forward independently in a fast-paced environment. Ability and experience in driving alignment functions and teams for collaboration</li><li>Strong relationship management skills with internal and external partners at all levels.</li><li>Passion for innovation and bringing fresh ideas to the table.</li><li>Fluent English, written &amp; spoken.</li><li>Digitally proficient in communications tools.</li><li>Willingness to travel on business assignments.</li></ul>&nbsp;<h2>Qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a <a href="https://www.hitachienergy.com/contact-us/general-inquiry?type=I+have+a+General+question">general inquiry form</a> on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.</h2><h2>This is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response.&nbsp;</h2>

Global Communication Manager - BU Transformers

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