Communications Manager - Group Trucks Technology

Communications Manager - Volvo Group Trucks Technology


Are you engaged in your work, professional in everything you do and passionate about innovation, transformation and decarbonizing the transportation industry? If yes – then Volvo Group Trucks Technology (GTT) is the right place for you.


Innovations within transport will reshape the cities of tomorrow. Automated driving, electromobility and connected vehicles will allow quieter, cleaner and safer mega-cities to grow and prosper. For us, technology means the aspiration to move forward, constantly working together to improve and do better. It means creative and innovative thinking, evolutionary and revolutionary problem solving - all in order to reach our vision.
You will work with a high performing team aiming at developing the products and solutions to decarbonize the transportation industry – do you think you have what it takes and want to join us on this transformation journey?


Position description


We are now looking for a Communications Manager, based in Gothenburg, with a special focus on driving the communication agenda for Volvo Group Trucks Technology (GTT) Sweden. In this role you work closely with the Site Leadership Team for GTT Sweden to develop and execute communication, as well as change management plans and offline and online content management activities that deliver the required impact with the prioritized target group; all GTT employees in Sweden. You will be a member of the GTT Site Leadership Team and the GTT crisis team in Sweden.


You will also carry the role as advisor and effectively coach and support the GTT Site Leadership Team and other relevant stakeholders in strengthening their communicative leadership.


Who are we looking for?


The successful candidate has a proven track record mastering internal and change management communications, ideally from an international organization. You are passionate about the art of communication. You constantly develop audience-centric content, channels and strategies that deliver the required impact. This role requires that you are a true connector: you have a strong ability to form trustful and cross-functional relations within your stakeholders.


You are highly driven, thrive in a fast-paced environment and can easily switch between strategic and hands-on operational work.


Required competencies for the position:


You have a strong drive, a can-do mind-set and a hands-on attitude and the ability to drive several complex communication projects in parallel. You have documented experience within Communications:
University degree in Journalism, Communications, Media or Marketing
Several years of relevant internal communications experience
Strong communicator with excellent verbal and written English
Content management experience for online and offline channels, such as writing, film, broadcasts and other events
Experience from a multi-cultural and international business environment
Strong capacity in building cross functional networks and managing senior stakeholders
Strong personal credibility, integrity and creativity
Digital skills and experience

Reporting To: SVP Communications Volvo Group Trucks Technology


Location: Gothenburg


Harold Smolders +46 765538535


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