Media Relations Lead

Work Location: Satigny, Geneva, Switzerland or any other European location

We are dsm-firmenich – innovators in nutrition, health, and beauty. We bring progress to life by combining the essential, the desirable, and the sustainable.

From our master perfumers and flavorists to our expert nutritionists and scientists, our trailblazing teams work closely with customers, supporting their ambitions with 150+ years of R&D expertise.

With a passionate and talented team of close to 30,000 employees, we are determined to be a force for good. And to work together to positively impact people and planet.

At dsm-firmenich people are at the heart of the company. We are committed to equal employment opportunities and value diversity in the workplace.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive media relations strategy that aligns with the organization’s business goals and values.
• Proactively identify media opportunities and cultivate relationships with journalists, editors and influencers.
• Prepare senior company representatives for media engagements and public speaking opportunities.
• Develop inspiring stories from across our business in collaboration with experts and colleagues from the broader Communications team.
• Support and guide local communications teams and Business Units to engage with media and build capabilities
• Act as a spokesperson for the organization, responding to media inquiries, participating in interviews, and shaping and delivering key messages effectively.
• Co-develop company positions and create press releases, media kits, FAQs and other materials to support media engagement.
• Provide support and/or manage crisis and issue communications in close collaboration with Corporate & Public Affairs and local leaders.

You bring:

• MSc. in communications, public relations, journalism or business
• Minimum 8-10 years of experience in media relations, journalism or public affairs
• Proven track record of successful tier-1 media engagement with expertise in issue and crisis management, and experience as a spokesperson
• Ability to craft compelling narratives and balanced messaging.
• High level of seniority, given contacts with executive management and company representative function
• Strategic thinker with strong business acumen and deep understanding of global media landscape
• Fluency in English (C2) and French/ German is an asset

We bring:

• A dynamic team of expert communicators with a drive to put dsm-firmenich internally and externally on the map and elevate the company’s reputation.
• An opportunity to tell a great and inspiring story of change, transformation and progress
• A flexible work environment that can provide growth and career opportunities
• An eagerness to be one team and learn from each other to bring progress to life and create a better future;
• A drive to live up to and be a role model for our new values “shape the future”, “own the outcome”, “be a force for good”
• A culture that prioritizes safety and well-being, both physically and mentally

As innovators in nutrition, health, and beauty, dsm-firmenich reinvents, manufactures, and combines vital nutrients, flavors, and fragrances for the world’s growing population to thrive. With our comprehensive range of solutions, with natural and renewable ingredients and renowned science and technology capabilities, we work to create what is essential for life, desirable for consumers, and more sustainable for the planet. dsm-firmenich is a Swiss-Dutch company, listed on the Euronext Amsterdam, with operations in almost 60 countries and revenues of more than €12 billion. With a diverse, worldwide team of nearly 30,000 employees, we bring progress to life™ every day, everywhere, for billions of people.

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