Director of Communications (m/w/d)

Skeleton's Government Affairs and Communications department is looking for a driven Director of Communications (m/f/x) with the vision to match our ambition!

As the company is expanding and scaling up globally, we are seeking an ambitious, enthusiastic and skilled Director of Communications (m/f/x).

As the Director of Communications (m/f/x), you are an expert in all communication channels the company uses. You need to be excellent in engaging with media, writing press releases, presenting the company to external stakeholders and delegations, and preparing briefings and talking points for our senior spokespeople. You are also familiar with setting and using PR KPIs and backlink tactics.

This position can be based in any of Skeleton’s locations (Estonia, Germany, Finland, or France). Estonia would be preferred.

Reporting to our Vice-President of Government Affairs and Strategic Partnerships based in Estonia, your tasks will be to:

• Be the first point of contact for journalists, proactively manage media requests and seek opportunities.
• Leverage existing media relationships and cultivate new contacts within news, business and industry media.
• Create content for press releases and byline articles.
• Engage with customers on joint communication activities and use cases.
• (Re)Present the company to external delegations and at public events. Be a spokesperson for the company.
• Secure and manage opportunities for public speaking for our senior management, engage with conferences to maximise exposure.
• Prepare briefings and talking points for interviews and public speaking.
• Develop brand voice and maintain brand integrity across all platforms.
• Monitor, analyse and communicate PR results on a quarterly basis.

Requirements

You are a great match if you have:

• You have higher education in communication, journalism, business, international affairs, political science, or related field.
• You have at least 6 years of experience in communication, journalism or media relations.
• You have political and business savviness, understand key trends in cleantech, energy, and industrial matters, and Skeleton’s business interests. You are fully convinced that communications and PR can decisively contribute to the company’s business growth.
• You can create compelling narratives and translate technical applications to a wider audience.
• You are able to report on your activities but also work independently. We have a very small team, so you must be able to plan and execute independently as well as with the team.
• You are a fast learner and have a proactive work style. You can write and speak with confidence, passion, and persuasion.
• Your English is excellent, and you are fluent in an additional language (German or another European language would be a plus).

Benefits

• We offer flexible working hours without core working hours and sufficient freedom for your own ideas.
• A flat hierarchy culture - fostering our great working atmosphere.
• Use the training budget to expand your knowledge and competencies.
• Helpfulness among colleagues is not just an empty phrase but a practice everyday.
• A motivating opportunity for continuous growth at Skeleton.
• An additional day-off every year for your birthday.
• Be active & participate in our internal sports challenges (SkelFitness).
• We celebrate our successes with Team Events, Summer & New Year’s parties, and other initiatives!

We're not just about energy storage. We're about redefining energy for a net zero future, and we'd love for you to be a part of our journey.