Communications Lead

3 days ago

Helsinki, Uusimaa, Finland Microsoft Corporation Full time

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced communications professional to join our Global Media Relations Team as the Communications Lead in Finland. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape impactful storytelling at the intersection of society and technology during a period of significant change. As the Communications Lead, you will engage with a diverse range of stakeholders to craft and execute a communications strategy that aligns with global priorities and local business needs. Your focus will be on securing top editorial coverage in Finland, creating compelling customer success stories, and developing thought leadership content that positions Microsoft as a trusted and innovative partner in the digital transformation of businesses and public sector organizations. Additionally, you will support local leadership with strategic employee and executive communications.

If you are a seasoned professional looking for an exciting opportunity to grow and have impact, we would love to hear from you.

Microsoft's mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As part of Microsoft's Global Communications team, you will join a group of professionals focused on telling stories that help people fall in love with Microsoft, the things we make, and the impact we have in the world.

Qualifications
  • Proven track record of success in corporate communications and media relations with active relationships with Finnish journalists and influencers, along with substantial experience in a similar role.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong strategic thinking and stakeholder engagement abilities.
  • Deep understanding of the digital landscape and new media.
  • Experience with issues management and crisis communication.
  • Sound judgement and decision-making ability in complex and dynamic scenarios.
  • Ability to collaborate within diverse virtual teams.
  • Growth mindset with a proven track record for new, innovative approaches and smart risk-taking.
  • Fluency in Finnish and English.
Responsibilities
  • Craft and implement a communications strategy that aligns with global priorities and addresses local business needs.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to produce compelling customer success stories and thought leadership content.
  • Manage media and influencer relations, including handling reputation management and crisis communication.
  • Act as a corporate spokesperson and support local leadership with strategic communications.
  • As a trusted advisor, contribute to executive and employee communications.
  • Create impactful, newsworthy stories about how Microsoft drives industry transformation, helping organizations become more innovative, sustainable, and resilient.
  • Emphasize business outcomes and societal impact through compelling customer success stories.
  • Establish and own the process of landing those stories across earned, owned, and amplified media.
  • Oversee agency management and handle financial and budget planning.

Benefits/perks listed below may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Microsoft and the country where you work.

  • Industry leading healthcare
  • Educational resources
  • Discounts on products and services
  • Savings and investments
  • Maternity and paternity leave
  • Generous time away
  • Giving programs
  • Opportunities to network and connect

Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations.

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