Social network you want to login/join with:Head of PR & Brand Communications (m/f/d), düsseldorfcol-narrow-leftClient:Stepstone GmbHLocation:Job Category:Other-EU work permit required:Yescol-narrow-rightJob Views:2Posted:14.06.2025Expiry Date:29.07.2025col-wideJob Description:At The Stepstone Group, we have a simple yet very important mission: The right job for everyone. Using our data, platform, and technology, we create opportunities for jobseekers and companies around the world to find a perfect match in fair and equitable way. With over 20 brands across 30+ countries, we strive for fair and unbiased hiring.Join our team of 4,000+ employees and be part of reshaping the labour market and becoming the world's leading job platform.As Head of PR & Brand Communications, you will be responsible for shaping and protecting Stepstone's brand reputation across four core markets. You will lead the integration of B2B and B2C communications into one high-performing team that delivers strategic visibility, business impact, and brand trust.Your work will reach millions of job seekers and thousands of HR decision-makers, helping Stepstone become the most trusted career platform in Europe.ResponsibilitiesDevelop and implement a cohesive PR and Brand Communications strategy aligned with business goals, across B2B and B2C audiencesPosition Stepstone as a thought leader in HR, technology, and the future of work in Germany, Austria, the UK, and IrelandLead and scale a high-performing international team across media relations, corporate communications, consumer storytelling, and executive visibilityAlign closely with cross-functional stakeholders in Marketing, Sales, Product, and Research to ensure consistent messaging and local market relevanceDrive measurable brand impact by securing high-quality media presence, partnerships, and thought leadership opportunities, supported by data-driven evaluationTravel activities, approximately 2–3 site visits per month, both nationally and internationallyData-driven mindset with the ability to define and track clear KPIs for communications impact; fluent in German and English, with high cultural awareness and cross-regional communication skills8+ years of experience in PR, Communications, or Brand roles, ideally in international, multi-market environments (DACH & UK/IE) and across both B2B and B2C audiencesProven track record in strategic positioning, executive visibility, and crisis communication, combined with hands-on excellence in media relations and content strategyStrong leadership capabilities with experience in building, scaling, and developing high-performing, cross-functional international teamsSkilled in managing senior stakeholders and driving cross-functional collaboration (e.g., Marketing, HR, Product, Sales), with a strong network across media and strategic partnersWe're a community here that cares as much about your life outside work as how you feel when you're with us. Because your job shouldn't take over your life, it should enrich it. Here are some of the benefits we offer:30 days of holidays + 1 Cultural Heritage Day + 2 extra days for Christmas and New Year's EveCompany pension scheme24/7 Employee Assistance ProgrammeLife Assurance CoverJob bikeDiscounted parking or job ticketIn-house gymIn-house baristaAnd you can bring your dog to the officeOur commitmentEqual opportunities are important to us. We believe that diversity and inclusion at The Stepstone Group are critical to our success as a global company, so we want to recruit, develop, and keep the best talent. We encourage applications from everyone, regardless of background, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, ethnicity, belief, age, family or parental status, and any other characteristic. #J-18808-Ljbffr