Head of Corporate Communications

At BOBST, we shape the future of the packaging world through innovation, collaboration and operational excellence. With more than 130 years of history and a global footprint, we empower our teams to make a meaningful impact and contribute to sustainable progress across our industry.

We are looking for a Head of Corporate Communications to define and drive BOBST's corporate narrative, reputation and communication strategy worldwide. Reporting directly to the CEO, this is a unique opportunity to influence how BOBST engages with employees, customers, investors, media and stakeholders across the globe while leading the transformation of our communication ecosystem and employee experience.

If you are a strategic leader passionate about storytelling, reputation management and organizational transformation, and you want to help shape the future of a global technology leader, we would love to hear from you.

The Head of Corporate Communications leads the Group Corporate Communications function and is responsible for defining and driving BOBST's communication vision, corporate narrative and reputation across internal and external audiences.

The role leads a multidisciplinary team covering:

• Corporate Communications
• Internal Communications
• Brand Management
• Institutional & Stakeholder Communications
• Communication Platforms & Digital Workplace

The position acts as a trusted advisor to the CEO and Executive Committee and ensures one coherent, credible and engaging BOBST voice worldwide.

• Define and drive the Group's corporate narrative and communication strategy.
• Align communications with the Group strategy and CEO priorities.
• Protect and strengthen BOBST's reputation and brand equity.
• Advise the CEO and Executive Committee on communication and reputation matters.
• Lead Group internal communication.
• Own the employee communication narrative.
• Support EVP and Employer Branding initiatives.
• Coordinate the internal communication network globally.
• Promote the "new way of working" and Digital Workplace initiatives.
• Enhance employee engagement and collaboration across the organization.
• Manage the Group's external reputation and institutional communication activities.
• Oversee:
• Investor Relations communications
• Financial communications
• Local and international media relations
• Crisis communications
• Sustainability communications
• Philanthropy communications
• Own key corporate publications:
• Annual Report
• Half-Year Report
• Corporate Presentation
• Corporate Website
• Corporate Movie
• Ensure consistency and strength of the BOBST brand.
• Maintain and develop branding guidelines.
• Safeguard brand equity and corporate identity.
• Preserve BOBST's heritage, archives and legacy.
• Lead communication platforms and tools strategy.
• Own Digital Workplace communication platforms:
• Intranet
• Microsoft 365
• AI for Everyone / personal productivity initiatives
• Drive adoption and change management programs.
• Manage agency relationships, resources and budgets.
• Lead, coach and develop the Corporate Communications team.
• Set objectives, priorities and ways of working.
• Manage governance, partnerships and department budget.
• 15+ years of experience in Corporate Communications.
• Significant leadership experience in an international environment.
• Expertise in:
• Internal Communications
• Media Relations
• Investor Relations
• Crisis Communications
• Brand Communications
• Digital Communications
• Strong strategic communication and storytelling capabilities.
• Executive presence and board-level communication skills.
• Experience leading transformation and Digital Workplace initiatives.
• Fluent English and French.
• Strategic thinker.
• Trusted advisor with strong integrity and discretion.
• Inspirational people leader.
• Experience building high-performing teams.
• Calm and effective under pressure.
• Collaborative, hands-on and results-driven.
• Master's degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, Business or related field.
• Extensive experience leading Corporate Communications within an international organization.
• Industrial B2B environment strongly preferred.
• Proven record advising senior executives and leading multidisciplinary communication teams.