Regional Communications & Public Affairs Lead

faurecia S.A.; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Faurecia S.A. seeks a Regional Communication Manager to lead internal and external communications, public affairs and brand messaging across the region. You will align regional priorities with corporate positioning to strengthen reputation, employee engagement and stakeholder relationships.

You will develop external and internal plans, adapt messaging to local markets, manage media relations, and coordinate crisis communications while supporting leadership communications and events.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Communications or related field.
• Proven experience in corporate and external communications, ideally in international/matrix environments.
• Excellent writing, editing and storytelling skills; ability to explain complex topics.
• Fluent in English; other regional languages a plus.
• Ability to advise senior stakeholders and manage high-visibility topics.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement regional external communication plans to strengthen brand awareness and reputation.
• Adapt global messaging to local market contexts while aligning with corporate positioning.
• Manage regional channels, social media and content to boost engagement and employer attractiveness.
• Coordinate media relations and prepare external materials such as press releases and speeches.
• Support business announcements, events, customer communications and thought-leadership opportunities.
• Monitor media coverage and reputational risks to identify opportunities.
• Develop internal communications plans aligned with regional priorities and culture.
• Ensure clear communication to employees across countries and functions.
• Support leadership communications for town halls and events.
• Promote employee engagement and understanding of brand, strategy and culture.
• Adapt corporate materials to regional needs while preserving brand consistency.
• Coordinate communications during change, transformation, or crisis situations.
• Monitor political, regulatory, and public-policy developments affecting the business.

Skills

Writing & storytelling

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic thinking

Crisis communication

English fluency

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Communications

Job description

Faurecia S.A. seeks a Regional Communication Manager to lead internal and external communications, public affairs and brand messaging across the region. You will align regional priorities with corporate positioning to strengthen reputation, employee engagement and stakeholder relationships.

You will develop external and internal plans, adapt messaging to local markets, manage media relations, and coordinate crisis communications while supporting leadership communications and events.