Head of Country Communications Germany (m/f/d)At ABB, we are dedicated to addressing global challenges. Our core values: care, courage, curiosity, and collaboration - combined with a focus on diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities - are key drivers in our aim to empower everyone to create sustainable solutions. That's our story. Make it your story.This position reports toCountry Holding Officer / Head of Communications for Electrification (indirect)Your role and responsibilitiesIn this role, you will lead media and PR efforts, manage internal communications, oversee digital channels, and safeguard ABB’s brand and reputation in Germany. You will also play a crucial role in crisis communications and issues management. The work model for the role is hybrid. This role is contributing to the Communications function in Germany. Main stakeholders are ABB’s employees, business area communicators, media representatives, and external partners. You will be mainly accountable for:Leading media relations with Tier 1 and financial publications, acting as a spokesperson and managing media inquiriesManaging crisis communications and issues management to minimize negative impact on ABB’s brand and reputationOverseeing internal and digital communications, ensuring proper dissemination of ABB Corporate content across channels and alignment with key functions like legal, HR, HSE, and securitySafeguarding ABB’s brand identity, ensuring regulatory compliance, and maintaining a balanced representation of all business areas in GermanyManaging the country communications budget efficiently to maximize effectiveness and transparencyCollaborating with other communicators, including those in government affairs, in line with the ABB WayServing as a strategic advisor to senior leadership, ensuring that communication aligns with business objectives and effectively supports ABB’s corporate visionProactively engaging with senior executives, media, and stakeholders, leveraging your influencing skills to drive alignment and impactYou will join a collaborative and dynamic team, where you will be able to drive ABB’s Communications strategy and strengthen its brand presence in Germany. For this position ABB performs pre-employment screening in alignment with local legislation before extending an offer. By applying to this open role you agree with this process, and specific consent from you for the pre-employment screening will be addressed during the recruitment process. Please be assured that only business-related topics will be part of the pre-employment screening.Qualifications for the roleBachelor's degree or higher in Marketing, Public Relations, Communications, or a related field10+ years of proven experience in Communication or Public Relations within a complex, matrixed organizationExceptional proficiency in both written and spoken German and English, with a strong ability to write and edit content for diverse audiencesExpertise and hands-on experience in all facets of internal and external communications, with a solid track record of successful initiativesProven ability to lead and motivate local and remote teams, achieve organizational focus on key priorities, provide clear direction, coach/mentor, and influence in a matrix organizationA well-established network within the media and press, with the ability to lead and manage crisis communications independently and effectivelyStrong business acumen with excellent collaboration, communication, and relationship-building skills, and a demonstrated ability to manage both internal and external stakeholder relationships with easeBenefitsRetirement planEmployee Assistance ProgramEmployee Share Acquisition PlanEmployee parking availableModern workplace in a newly built facilityParental LeaveFamily Care LeaveFlexible Working HoursABB Children's Holiday HomeBicycle LeasingMore about usWe value people from different backgrounds. Could this be your story? Apply today or visit www.abb.com to read more about us and learn about the impact of our solutions across the globe. Interested in joining our team? We are looking forward to receiving your complete application through our online tool. In the case of equal suitability, people with severe disabilities and their equals are given preference. ABB AG Your contact is: ABB PersonalDirekt +49 (0) 621 381 3500 ABB Data Privacy Statement: Website #J-18808-Ljbffr