Regional Growth & Community Relations Lead

Hitachi Vantara Corporation; Ludvika kommun; On-site; SEK 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy in Ludvika is seeking a Community Relations Manager – Ludvika Growth to bridge business, society and the public sector, building relationships and driving development for long-term regional growth.

You will shape partnerships with local stakeholders, coordinate initiatives for establishment, housing, and infrastructure, and work with autonomy and an entrepreneurial mindset in a role with broad impact.

Qualifications

• Experience in roles within public affairs, HR, community relations, or similar fields.
• Proven ability to drive complex topics involving multiple stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of the interaction between industry, the public sector, and regional development.
• Excellent relationship-building skills, with the ability to establish trust and create momentum.
• Comfortable working both strategically and operationally.

Responsibilities

• Drive and coordinate initiatives that support Hitachi Energy’s growth in and around Ludvika, with a focus on establishment, housing, and infrastructure.
• Strengthen Ludvika’s attractiveness as a location for investment and growth through initiatives that support talent attraction and long-term retention.
• Build and develop strategic partnerships with local and regional stakeholders to support sustainable growth and development.
• Manage strategic collaborations with municipal, regional, and other external partners.
• Ensure business needs are integrated into local and regional development initiatives.
• Beyond the responsibilities above, the role offers a high degree of autonomy and calls for creativity, resourcefulness, and an entrepreneurial mindset.

Skills

Public affairs

HR

Community relations

Stakeholder management

Strategic thinking

Job description

Hitachi Energy in Ludvika is seeking a Community Relations Manager – Ludvika Growth to bridge business, society and the public sector, building relationships and driving development for long-term regional growth.

You will shape partnerships with local stakeholders, coordinate initiatives for establishment, housing, and infrastructure, and work with autonomy and an entrepreneurial mindset in a role with broad impact.