A CEO who loves leading through change

Imagine getting out of bed every morning with one goal: change for the better! As CEO of Symbal Communications AB, you will lead our mission to ensure our customers’ change initiatives succeed. You’ll do that by inspiring a team of ambitious specialists in communication, film, and learning. You’ll also spearhead our sales effort to bring our love of change to more customers both near and far.


(I) THE OPPORTUNITY:

During 2021, we developed a bold new strategy to grow our company. We’re looking for a CEO with the vision and skills to ensure we meet our business goals. With 18 employees, our current turnover is about 23 MSEK. We aim to double that by 2025.

Since 2003, we’ve pushed the boundaries of communication, learning, and performance support to help customers succeed at every step of their change journeys. We’ve earned the trust of both public organisations and major international companies including IKEA, Tetra Pak, Alfa Laval, Orkla Foods, Höganäs, Växjö Municipality, Nibe, MKB and others.

One of your core responsibilities will be to build on our strong position and drive sales efforts by breaking into new markets, both in terms of geography and our offer. Our own business transformation will call for the development of many new capabilities, often all at the same time; while our business must not only carry on but perform better than ever before.

THAT’S NOT EASY.

But you’ll never be on your own. With a team that’s inspired, open, knowledgeable, and competent, you’ll have a great deal of talent on your side. We are a collection of highly motivated concept designers, creative communicators, learning specialists and filmmakers. Our team is what we’re most excited to offer you on your journey.

WE’RE PROUD OF OUR CULTURE. YOU MUST SHARE OUR VALUES.

We empower each other to lead.
We see leadership as an action, not a position. It is about being our best selves and bringing out the best in each other.

We’re straightforward and kind.
We are always straightforward. Towards our customers and ourselves. The intention, however, is always to build, never to break, so we are always kind.

We work together with enthusiasm.
We are collaborators. We always stand up for each other, supporting when anyone needs help.

We dare to challenge.
It's OK to try and fail. We learn from our failures. It’s better than always choosing the safe, proven way.

We put our customers first.
We take care of our customers and develop close relationships over time. Our business is built on personal connection and professional deliveries.

(II) WHO YOU ARE:

You have the right attitude
What matters most to us is who you are. We see you as a driven professional who knows how to make things happen. But while you get results you never lose focus on the people behind the work. You foster collaboration within and empowerment throughout. We’re proud of our flat organization. We elevate everyone’s responsibility, eliminating excess management layers to improve coordination, communication, and speed.

You love change
An understanding and experience of change in business is vital. Passion for change leadership, management and learning are a must.

You are passionate about business
You are used to having customer and budget responsibility and have your own broad business network. Previous experience of business/concept development and digitalisation are a big plus.

A leader with communication skills
You are a people-person who can inspire others, while your coaching approach supports their growth. You have experience leading both people and business operations.

A seasoned sales pro
You’re used to being responsible for customer relations and budget management. You love helping customers solve problems and closing deals. You have a strong business network that can generate leads.

A multi-dimensional modern manager
You’re able to work strategically with an eye on the future, tactically in setting short-term goals and operatively by getting hands-on with day-to-day tasks. You are adept at working and leading via digital channels. Any new ideas or insights about modern communication is a bonus.

It’s also positive if you’re outgoing, fearless and inspire confidence!

Practically,
• You probably have a degree in economics, humanities, or technology.
• Fluency in both written and spoken English and Swedish is a must.
• You’ll need a driver’s license.
• You can live and work from anywhere, but you must be prepared to travel, both to customer locations and to our office and film studio in Malmö.