Chief Communications & Public Affairs Leader | Swiss Media

Adnovum; Zürich; Hybrid; CHF 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Part-time option

Flexible working hours

Continuous education support

Job summary

Adnovum in Switzerland seeks an experienced Communications & Public Affairs Lead to shape corporate narratives and guide executive positioning. You will partner with the Executive Board to advance the company’s visibility in software engineering, cybersecurity and digital transformation, while managing media relations and reputational risk.

With 10–15 years in the field and a native German speaker (fluent English, French a plus), you will drive thought leadership, stakeholder engagement and

Qualifications

• University degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Affairs, Political Science, Business Administration, or related field.
• 10–15 years in corporate communications, public affairs, media relations or related functions.
• Proven Swiss journalist/media network with track record of earned media and executive visibility.
• Experience advising executives on communications strategy and stakeholder engagement.
• Strong knowledge of Swiss media, associations and regulatory landscape.
• Experience shaping corporate narratives and brand communications across channels.
• Experience communicating on technology, cybersecurity or digital transformation.
• High integrity, discretion and sound judgment.
• Native German; fluent English; French a plus.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute Adnovum's corporate communications and public affairs strategy.
• Drive thought leadership to raise visibility and market influence.
• Build relationships with media, industry bodies, public institutions and stakeholders.
• Advise executive leadership on communications, reputation and engagement.
• Develop corporate narratives, thought leadership and executive messaging.
• Manage media relations and visibility across Swiss channels.
• Safeguard and evolve brand positioning and market presence.
• Anticipate and manage reputational risks and crises.
• Align activities with business priorities and strategic objectives.

Skills

Media relations

Executive positioning

Strategic communications

Stakeholder management

Crisis management

Storytelling

Public affairs

Education

University degree

Job description

Adnovum in Switzerland seeks an experienced Communications & Public Affairs Lead to shape corporate narratives and guide executive positioning. You will partner with the Executive Board to advance the company’s visibility in software engineering, cybersecurity and digital transformation, while managing media relations and reputational risk.

With 10–15 years in the field and a native German speaker (fluent English, French a plus), you will drive thought leadership, stakeholder engagement and