Senior Corporate Communications Executive

About the role

In this role, you will lead the development and execution of integrated external communications plans, ensuring alignment with both local market needs and the global communications strategy. Your focus will be on building Kaizen Gaming's corporate reputation and visibility through proactive media engagement and storytelling.

You will also collaborate with the Corporate Responsibility team to enhance the visibility of CSR initiatives in your markets. This includes developing communication strategies around community projects and responsible gaming, while also supporting internal communications to engage employees effectively.

Skills that matter here

• corporate communications: This role requires strong experience in developing and executing corporate communications strategies across multiple markets.
• media relations: You will build and maintain relationships with local and international media to enhance the company's visibility.
• PR: The position involves creating press releases and managing public relations efforts to support corporate objectives.
• journalism: Excellent writing and storytelling skills are essential for crafting compelling corporate narratives.
• CSR: You will develop communication strategies for CSR initiatives, ensuring they align with corporate values.
• project management: Strong project management skills are necessary to oversee multiple communications projects simultaneously.

Who this role suits

• A professional with over 6 years of experience in corporate communications or related fields.
• Someone who thrives in a multinational environment and has a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• A strong communicator who can engage effectively with senior stakeholders and media.
• An individual who is creative and resourceful, with a keen interest in leveraging new technologies.

From the employer

External Communications & Corporate Reputation

• Develop and implement integrated external communications plans for Germany, Denmark and Belgium, aligned with business priorities and the global communications strategy.
• Define local communication objectives, key messages, audiences, channels and KPIs in collaboration with Regional and Global strategy.
• Proactively identify opportunities to build Kaizen Gaming’s corporate reputation and strengthen its visibility across the assigned markets.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with local and international media, journalists, industry stakeholders and relevant external partners.
• Identify relevant newsjacking, thought leadership and corporate storytelling opportunities and translate them into local communications.
• Develop and coordinate press releases, media alerts, corporate stories, interviews, executive profiling, opinion pieces and other external content.
• Support local spokespeople and senior leaders with messaging, briefing documents, media preparation and communication materials.
• Monitor relevant media and reputational developments and provide recommendations to market and HQ stakeholders.
• Ensure a consistent #oneteam #onevoice approach while adapting global communications to local market realities.
• Plan and execute external events, media activities, stakeholder engagements and corporate initiatives across the assigned markets.
• Coordinate and manage relationships with local PR agencies and external communications partners, ensuring quality, efficiency and measurable results.

Corporate Responsibility & CSR

• Work closely with the HQ Corporate Responsibility team and local market teams to develop and execute the annual CSR/Corporate Responsibility communications plan for Germany, Denmark and Belgium.
• Identify opportunities to strengthen the visibility and impact of Kaizen Gaming’s CSR and community initiatives in each market.
• Develop local communication strategies around CSR initiatives, partnerships, sponsorships, community projects and responsible gaming activities.
• Support the development of compelling CSR storytelling and content, ensuring initiatives are communicated authentically and with clear local relevance.
• Build relationships with NGOs, community organisations, sports and social partners and other relevant stakeholders to identify opportunities for meaningful local engagement.
• Coordinate communications around CSR activations, partnerships, volunteering initiatives and community events.
• Ensure CSR communications are aligned with Kaizen Gaming’s corporate positioning, values and responsible business commitments.
• Measure and report on the communications impact and visibility of CSR initiatives, identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Support the identification of new CSR communication opportunities and partnerships that can strengthen Kaizen Gaming’s reputation and local community presence.

Internal Communications & Employer Brand

• Support local internal communications initiatives, ensuring effective dissemination of company strategy, priorities and key corporate messages.
• Develop content and communication initiatives that engage employees across the three markets.
• Support employer branding and talent attraction initiatives when relevant, ensuring consistency with Kaizen Gaming’s corporate positioning.
• Coordinate local events and employee initiatives in collaboration with HR and market teams.

• 6+ years of solid experience in corporate communications, media relations, PR, journalism or a related communications field ideally in a multinational environment.
• A Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, Social Studies or a related field is desirable. Other degrees are also considered in conjunction with relevant work experience.
• A Master’s degree will be considered a plus.
• Strong experience in external communications, media relations and corporate reputation.
• Experience developing and executing PR and communications strategies, ideally across multiple markets.
• Experience working with senior stakeholders and preparing executives for external communications.
• Strong understanding of CSR/Corporate Responsibility communications and stakeholder engagement.
• Excellent writing and storytelling skills in English and German.
• Strong project management skills and the ability to manage several markets, agencies and projects simultaneously.
• Creativity and resourcefulness in identifying communication opportunities and developing impactful stories.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills, particularly with media, agencies, community partners and internal stakeholders.
• A proactive, solution-oriented mindset and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced and constantly evolving environment.
• AI literacy and genuine curiosity about emerging tools and technologies, with a proactive approach to using AI for productivity and communications innovation.

• Competitive salary package and bonus scheme.
• Developmental 360° feedback framework.
• Unlimited access to Udemy & continuous training for all your learning and development needs.