Global Media Spokesperson & Strategic Communications Leader

Philips; Amsterdam; Hybrid; EUR 61,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

hybrid working

paid time-off

health and wellbeing benefits

learning and development opportunities

Job summary

Philips is seeking a Global Media Relations Spokesperson to strengthen its reputation as a leading health technology company focused on improving people's health through meaningful innovation. You will represent Philips on corporate and business topics and ensure the company communicates with clarity and consistency across markets.

In this role, you will act as a spokesperson for Philips with international and Dutch media, develop messaging and briefing materials, prepare executives for

Qualifications

• Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, PR or related field.
• Minimum 5 years in media relations, corporate communications or journalism.
• Experience as a company spokesperson, incl. handling sensitive media issues.
• Strong positioning, messaging, storytelling and interview delivery.
• Experience advising senior leaders in a complex international org.
• Excellent judgment and ability to respond under time pressure.
• Strong media environment understanding across traditional and digital channels.
• Experience in health technology or regulated industry is a plus.
• Excellent verbal and written English and Dutch.

Responsibilities

• Act as a spokesperson for Philips with international and Dutch media on corporate, business and health technology topics.
• Support media responses on key issues, including crisis-related matters, with global and market teams.
• Develop and deliver clear messaging, statements, Q&As and briefing materials.
• Prepare senior executives and SME for interviews and media engagements.
• Build and manage relationships with journalists and media outlets.
• Identify opportunities for leaders to contribute to public conversations and thought leadership.
• Collaborate with Communications, Brand, Investor Relations, Legal and other functions.
• Monitor media coverage and assess reputational impact to guide responses.
• Ensure media activity aligns with Philips' priorities across markets.

Skills

Media relations

Corporate communications

Interview delivery

Stakeholder influence

English-Dutch

Crisis management

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s in communications

Job description

Philips is seeking a Global Media Relations Spokesperson to strengthen its reputation as a leading health technology company focused on improving people's health through meaningful innovation. You will represent Philips on corporate and business topics and ensure the company communicates with clarity and consistency across markets.

In this role, you will act as a spokesperson for Philips with international and Dutch media, develop messaging and briefing materials, prepare executives for