Manager Media Relations & Executive Communications 80% - 100% ( m/w/d)

Manager Media Relations & Executive Communications (f/m/d)

Become part of our team

As a global company with ambitious growth objectives, we are looking for people who want to make a difference. For our headquarters in Rümlang, we are seeking a Manager Media Relations & Executive Communications (f/m/d).

In this high-visibility role, you will strengthen dormakaba’s corporate reputation as a trusted media relations professional and support our CEO with engaging, impactful executive communications. Your primary focus will be corporate and financial media relations (60 - 70%), complemented by executive communications (30 - 40%).

Your responsibilities

• Manage corporate and financial media enquiries and act as a reliable corporate press-office contact.

• Build and maintain trusted relationships with Swiss business and financial journalists and relevant international media.

• Draft press releases, media statements, Q&As, briefings and interview materials; prepare executives for media interactions.

• Support issues management, sensitive announcements and crisis communications with sound judgement and composure.

• Identify proactive media opportunities and strengthen the company’s external positioning.

• Partner closely with the CEO as a trusted communications advisor and constructive sparring partner.

• Write speeches, talking points, video scripts and social media posts in the CEO’s authentic voice.

• Moderate town halls and leadership events, and conduct lively, professional video interviews with executives.

• Advise the CEO and Executive Committee on messaging, media impact and public positioning.

Your profile

• Several years of proven corporate media relations or press-office experience, ideally in a listed company, consultancy or business journalism.

• A strong network among Swiss business and financial journalists and an excellent understanding of corporate and financial topics.

• Outstanding writing and editorial skills, with the ability to translate complex issues into compelling messages.

• A confident, engaging and natural presence on stage and on camera, combined with excellent moderation skills.

• The credibility, discretion and interpersonal skills to build a trusted relationship with the CEO and senior leaders.

• Quick thinking, composure, energy and good humour, even in spontaneous or demanding situations.

• Fluent English; German is a strong advantage.

• Willingness to be regularly present at our Rümlang headquarters.

What we offer

• A visible role with direct exposure to the CEO and Executive Committee.

• The opportunity to shape media relations and executive communications at a global company.

• An international environment, meaningful responsibilities and room for your ideas.

Who we are

For every place that matters. dormakaba is a leading global provider of access solutions, helping people move seamlessly through safe and sustainable places. Join an international team committed to innovation and making a difference.