Communication Specialist Senior - Executives And Medias Relations(m/f/d)

Hager; Obernai; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

International team

Flexible working

Hi University access

Internal mobility

Corporate benefits

Job summary

Hager seeks a Communications Specialist Senior to lead media relations and executive communications from its Obernai base. You will report to the Head of Corporate Communications and join an international team coordinating across countries and functions.

The role focuses on media relations, crisis communications, and corporate communications in France, shaping senior leaders’ messaging and strengthening brand reputation.

Qualifications

• A Master’s degree or equivalent qualification in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing, Political Sciences, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in media relations, public relations, editorial content, corporate communications, or journalism-style storytelling within an international environment.
• Proven experience in industrial, services, energy, construction, project, solutions, or B2B environments.
• Strong expertise in developing and implementing media relations and communication strategies.
• Excellent knowledge of the French media landscape with a strong network.
• Experience advising senior executives and developing executive communication strategies and content.
• Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills.
• Experience creating high-quality communication materials, including speeches, press releases, presentations, interviews, briefing notes, and thought leadership content.
• Strong stakeholder management skills and collaboration with executives, agencies, and external partners.
• Excellent written and verbal communication in French and English; German would be a valuable asset.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary media contact in France, building and maintaining relationships with journalists, editors and key media stakeholders.
• Develop and implement media relations strategies aligned with Hager’s positioning, priorities and objectives.
• Proactively identify media opportunities, trends and reputational risks, securing earned-media visibility for key topics.
• Plan and manage media activities including interviews, press conferences, briefings and press visits, coordinating external agencies and partners.
• Create high‑quality communication content, including press releases, speeches, articles and internal or external news materials.
• Shape the positioning of Hager’s senior leaders through executive communication strategies and stakeholder engagement initiatives.
• Advise top management on communication matters and develop key content, including speeches, presentations and executive briefings.
• Foster relationships with media, institutional and business stakeholders to strengthen visibility and opportunities.
• Partner with cross‑functional teams to implement strategic communication initiatives and deliver impactful stakeholder communications.
• Ensure messaging consistency across audiences, channels and regions, supporting corporate communications in France.
• Contribute to crisis communication preparedness and response.

Skills

Media relations

Executive communication

Corporate communications

Crisis communications

Stakeholder management

French language

English language

German language

Education

Master’s degree in Communications/PR

Job description

We are looking for a communication professional who combines strong expertise in media relations with strategic thinking and excellent storytelling capabilities. In this role, you will support Hager’s business success by developing, planning and implementing impactful communication activities that strengthen our reputation and visibility among key stakeholders. Your focus will be on media relations, executive communications, corporate communications in France, and crisis communications, helping position Hager as a trusted and forward-looking partner in its markets.

As a Communication Specialist Senior - Executives and Medias Relations (m/f/d), you will report to the Head of Corporate Communications and become part of an international communications team working across multiple countries and business functions.

This permanent position is based in Obernai (67).

What exciting opportunities await you

You will play a key role in shaping Hager’s reputation and strengthening relationships with media, business leaders, public affairs stakeholders and key external audiences.

You will:

• Act as the primary media contact in France, building and maintaining strong relationships with journalists, editors and key media stakeholders.
• Develop and implement media relations strategies aligned with Hager’s positioning, strategic priorities and business objectives.
• Proactively identify media opportunities, trends and reputational risks, securing earned-media visibility for key company topics.
• Plan and manage media activities, including interviews, press conferences, briefings and press visits, while coordinating external agencies and communication partners.
• Create high‑quality communication content, including press releases, speeches, articles and internal or external news materials.

You will also:

• Shape the positioning of Hager’s senior leaders through impactful executive communication strategies and stakeholder engagement initiatives.
• Advise top management on communication matters and develop key content, including speeches, presentations and executive briefings.
• Foster relationships with media, institutional and business stakeholders to strengthen Hager’s visibility, reputation and business opportunities.
• Partner with cross‑functional teams to implement strategic communication initiatives and deliver impactful stakeholder communications.
• Ensure consistency of messaging across audiences, channels and regions, while supporting corporate communications activities in France.
• Contribute to crisis communication preparedness and response, helping safeguard and strengthen Hager’s reputation.

What you ideally bring with you

• A Master’s degree or equivalent qualification in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing, Political Sciences, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in media relations, public relations, editorial content, corporate communications, or journalism‑style storytelling within an international environment.
• Proven experience working in an industrial, services, energy, construction, project, solutions, or B2B environment.
• Strong expertise in developing and implementing media relations and communication strategies that support business objectives and corporate positioning.
• Excellent knowledge of the French media landscape, with a strong network and demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective relationships with trade, business, and economic media.
• Proven ability to proactively identify media opportunities and successfully position corporate messages with key external audiences.
• Experience advising senior executives and developing executive communication strategies and content.
• Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills, with the ability to translate complex business topics into compelling narratives.
• Experience creating high‑quality communication materials, including speeches, press releases, presentations, interviews, briefing notes, and thought leadership content.
• Strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with executives, business leaders, agencies, and external partners.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in French (native speaker) and English. German would be considered a valuable asset.

What we offer

• You will be part of an international and highly motivated communications team working across several locations.
• You will contribute directly to projects that strengthen Hager’s reputation, visibility and business success.
• You will work in a collaborative environment with flat hierarchies and a high level of personal responsibility.
• We offer flexible working arrangements and opportunities for mobile working.
• Personalized onboarding experience program designed to make your first days smooth.
• Opportunities to learn and grow through Hager’s awarded Hi University.
• Internal career opportunities, with over 25% of our recruitments coming through internal mobility.
• Attractive employee benefits through our corporate benefits programme.
• The opportunity to work closely with senior leaders and influence strategic communication topics at Group level.
• A dynamic international environment where your ideas and expertise can make a visible impact.

Why join us?

At Hager, communication is a strategic driver of business success. As Senior Communication Specialist Media Relations, you will have the opportunity to shape how Hager is perceived by media, stakeholders and decision-makers, while supporting our leaders and contributing to the company’s long‑term reputation and growth.

What are the recruitment stages?

• Once your CV has been selected, you will be contacted by a recruiter for an initial phone exchange.
• You will be invited for a first interview with the hiring manager & the recruiter
• A second Interview will be then organized with the N+2 & the HR manager