Director, HR Communications

Ubisoft Entertainment; Paris; Hybride; EUR 80 000 - 110 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A global gaming company is seeking a Director of HR Communications to lead strategic communications within HR. You will craft compelling narratives for key HR initiatives, collaborate with executives, and ensure alignment across the organization. The ideal candidate has extensive corporate communications experience and excellent influencing skills. This position is based in Paris with hybrid work options.

Prestations

Profit Sharing

Paid time off

Healthcare for family

Transportation benefits

Lunch vouchers

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in corporate communications with increasing responsibility.
• Ability to partner with C-suite executives for strategic counsel.
• Track record in internal and people communications.

Responsabilités

• Create and execute communications plans for HR projects.
• Serve as liaison between HR and other departments.
• Manage HR-related communications and employee newsletters.
• Develop integrated communication strategies for HR initiatives.

Connaissances

Corporate communications

Strategic counsel

Project leadership

Influencing skills

Written and verbal communication

Description du poste

Ubisoft is a global leader in gaming with teams across the world creating original and memorable gaming experiences, from Assassin’s Creed, Rainbow Six to Just Dance and more. We believe diverse perspectives help both players and teams thrive. If you’re passionate about innovation and pushing entertainment boundaries, join our journey and help us create the unknown!

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are looking for a Director, HR Communications to join our ambitious Global Communications team. Reporting to the Vice President of Corporate Communications, you will be part of the HR leadership team and act as the strategic communications partner to Ubisoft’s Chief People Officer and HR Directors, shaping the global people narrative and driving engagement around the company’s most critical HR initiatives.

In this role, you will lead the design and execution of global communications strategies for Ubisoft’s multi-year HR strategic roadmap as well as flagship people initiatives such as Ubisoft XP, Career architecture, Ubisoft Fundamentals, the Employer Value Proposition, Compensation & Benefits, and more. You will ensure that HR priorities are translated into clear, compelling stories that resonate with employees worldwide, reinforce our employer brand, and strengthen Ubisoft’s culture.

Working at the intersection of HR and corporate communications, you will collaborate closely with local HR and communications leaders, other members of the Global Communications team, and senior stakeholders across the company to ensure global alignment, consistency, and impact of all HR communications.

Your responsibilities

• Create and execute detailed communications plans and strategies to ensure the success of designated HR projects.
• Serve as a liaison between the Global Human Resources department and other departments within the organization to facilitate open and transparent communication.
• Manage the creation and distribution of HR-related communications, including employee newsletters, memos, announcements, and presentations.
• Design and write narrative to support the HR roadmap agenda.
• Serve as a trusted advisor and strategic thought partner to Ubisoft’s CPO and HR leadership on all aspects of people communications.
• Develop and oversee integrated communication strategies, messages, and engagement roadmaps for priority HR initiatives.
• Act as a bridge between Global HR and the wider business, ensuring transparency, alignment, and cross-functional understanding of people strategies.
• Lead the creation of high-impact HR communications assets, including executive messaging, global campaigns, announcements, and employee engagement content.
• Coach and support HR leaders in their communications, ensuring a clear and authentic leadership voice across multiple channels.
• Partner with internal communications, employer brand, and corporate brand teams to ensure consistency and alignment in Ubisoft’s people narrative.
• Define and track key success measures to evaluate communications effectiveness and continuously improve impact.
• Anticipate emerging trends and adopt innovative practices in people and change communications to position Ubisoft as an employer of choice.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Extensive experience in corporate communications with increasing leadership responsibility, ideally in a global, matrixed organization.
• Demonstrated ability to partner with C-suite executives and senior leaders to provide strategic counsel and shape narrative at the enterprise level.
• Proven track record in internal and people communications, including strategy design and global/local execution.
• Strong background in HR-related communications, particularly in areas such as talent acquisition, employee experience, compensation & benefits, and organizational change.
• Excellent project leadership skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities across a complex global environment.
• Strong influencing skills and ability to build trust with senior stakeholders at all levels.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills in English and French.

For you to thrive in this role, you:

• Have a passion for shaping and amplifying the employee experience.
• Are a strategic thinker with a hands-on ability to deliver.
• Thrive in collaborative, fast-moving environments and enjoy working across functions.
• Bring energy, curiosity, and resilience to complex transformation topics.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

💰 Profit Sharing, yearly company saving plan. 25 paid time off + 12 additional paid days off. 50% of your transportation pass is paid by the company, lunch vouchers (9€/day), healthcare for you and your family, and lots of Ubisoft additional perks.

👶 Maternity leaves of 20 weeks, paternity/co-parental leaves of 7 weeks.

📍 Our office is located in Saint Mandé, (Metro line 1, Saint Mandé station). Gym is available in the building. According to Ubisoft's hybrid work model, our flexible work policy includes a minimum of 3 days a week in our Saint-Mandé office and the remaining 2 days working from home.

Recruitment process

[15-30 minutes] : phone call with a Recruiter,

[60 minutes] : interview with the Recruiter,

Business Case,

[60 minutes] : interview with the hiring manager, VP Corporate Communications,

[60 minutes] : interview with the Chief People Officer

Information about Ubisoft

Ubisoft offers the same job opportunities to all, without any distinction of gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, social status, disability, or age. Ubisoft ensures the development of an inclusive work environment which mirrors the diversity of our gamers’ community.

We embrace a hybrid work model helping you stay connected with your team and aligned with business priorities, while giving you the opportunity to maintain your work-life balance. Note that some roles are fully office-based and are not eligible for hybrid work.

Check out this guide to help you with your application, and learn about our actions to encourage more diversity and inclusion.

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