MEA Communications Leader - Schneider Electric

Talent Pal; Dubai; On-site; AED 440,000 - 662,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global energy management company seeks a Communications Leader to oversee external and internal communication strategies. This role requires extensive experience in public relations, particularly within B2B industries such as energy and healthcare. The successful candidate will manage multi-disciplinary teams and directly report to the Global Marketing VP. This position is based in Dubai and seeks an individual with proven expertise in strategic communication and brand positioning.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of experience in Public Relations or Communications.
• B2B experience in Industrials, Energy Management, or similar sectors.
• Strong leadership skills with multi-disciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute all external and internal communication activities.
• Develop compelling communications narrative for various stakeholders.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to top leadership on communication strategies.

Skills

External Communications management

Internal Communications management

Public Relations

Media Management

People management

Strategic Content Creation

Project management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Adobe Marketo

Salesforce Marketing Cloud

Tableau

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Description :

Member of Schneider Electric Global Marketing MEA Leadership Team, the Communications Leader will be responsible for end-to-end planning and execution of External and Internal communication activities for Schneider Electric in MEA. This will be a people management role and will report to Global Marketing VP, MEA Schneider Electric.

Role and Responsibilities

• Reporting to the Global Marketing VP for Schneider Electric MEA, this role requires a dynamic and proactive communications professional who is adept in understanding the Business Goals + Strategic Priorities of the organization to create a compelling communication narrative to position the organization externally with Media Journalists, Media Houses, Policy Makers, External Media Agencies and internally with employees and stakeholders.
• End to End responsibility for both External and Internal Communications covering all Functions and Businesses.
• Develop a Compelling Communication Narrative & External Communications Calendar for Schneider Electric MEA (Company Wide), Functions (Marketing, HR, Finance & more) and for all Strategic Business Units.
• Responsible for creating a structure and plan for external and internal communication in the zone with clusters and oversees the execution.
• Accelerate Schneider Electric positioning as a Tier 1 Energy Management & NextGen Automation company with strong focus on Sustainability, Software and Services.
• Serve as a Trusted Communications Advisor to MEA Zone President, MEA Global Marketing VP, Strategic Business Unit Heads and Other Key Functional Leaders
• Grow Brand Share of Voice with all Top C Level and Tier 1 Media.
• Excellent Strategic Content Creation and Execution skills by working closely with MEA Zone President and Global Marketing VP in order to Accelerate Schneider Electric positioning as a Global Leader in Energy Management & NextGen Automation.
• Be responsible for driving overall results from the communication activities – Grow Brand Share of Voice, Increased Brand Presence in C Level and Tier 1 Media, Plan & Execute Strategic Events for Zone President, Global Marketing VP and Other Leadership Team Members.

Qualifications :

Skills And Attributes for Success

• Extensive experience in managing both External and Internal Communications profile with Tier 1 Companies working as a Head – Public Relations / Head – Corporate Communications
• Minimum ~ 15 experience working with Top multinationals leading the Public Relations / Communications function.
• B2B experience is strongly preferred from Industries like Industrials, Energy Management, Healthcare, HVAC, Automobiles, Consulting, Oil and Gas and Other Industrial Sectors
• Strong people management and leadership experience of leading multi-disciplinary teams
• Strong experience of working in a matrix organization across various time zones
• Proven track record of Media Management working with Top Public Relation Agencies, Media Houses, Journalists and Policy makers.
• Excellent Strategic Content development and execution skills. Journalism experience if any is preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills
• Proven capability to support the business ambitions with high-quality, relevant, audience-centric integrated communication campaigns.
• Excellent project management, problem-solving and delegation abilities, ability to manage complex global processes and programs
• Exceptional attention to detail, strong multi-tasking skills and ability to strategize & execute within tight timelines.
• A self-motivated team-player with an open 'can-do' attitude with high levels of energy
• Good Knowledge of Marketing Automation tools - Adobe Marketo, Salesforce Marketing Cloud, Tableau etc.
• Strong Competency in Microsoft applications including Powerpoint, Word, Excel etc.

About Our Company : Why us?

At Schneider Electric we're committed to creating a workplace that gives you not just a job but a meaningful purpose in joining our mission to bring energy and efficiency to enable life, progress and sustainability for all.

We believe in empowering our team members to reach their full potential, fostering a sense of ownership in their work.

We embrace inclusion as a fundamental value, ensuring that every voice is heard and valued. We value differences, and welcome people from all walks of life. We believe in equal opportunities for everyone, everywhere.

If you want to be part of a company where your contributions truly matter, where you are empowered to make a difference and where inclusivity is valued, we would love to hear from you.

Discover your Meaningful, Inclusive and Empowered career at Schneider Electric.

€34.2bn global revenue

• 12% organic growth

135 000+ employees in 100+ countries

#1 on the Global 100 World’s most sustainable corporations

You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled

Schneider Electric aspires to be the most inclusive and caring company in the world, by providing equitable opportunities to everyone, everywhere, and ensuring all employees feel uniquely valued and safe to contribute their best.

We mirror the diversity of the communities in which we operate and we ‘embrace different’ as one of our core values. We believe our differences make us stronger as a company and as individuals and we are committed to championing inclusivity in everything we do. This extends to our Candidates and is embedded in our Hiring Practices.

You can find out more about our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion here and our DEI Policy here

Schneider Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities in the areas of recruiting, hiring, training, transferring, and promoting all qualified individuals regardless race, religion, color, gender, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic or conduct.

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