Corporate External Communication Manager

Job Description

Nokia is searching for an External Communications Manager to protect and enhance the company brand and deepen relationships with key stakeholders in Finland. Overseeing media relations in Finland, the successful candidate will work to ensure the impact of Nokia’s public relations activities in line with broader Nokia messaging. The post holder will be a member of Nokia’s global external communications team.

The ideal candidate has a demonstrated track record in media relations and corporate communications, including regulatory communications. Reporting to the Global Head of External Communications, the post holder should have an excellent understanding of the Finnish media landscape and an ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering a compelling PR strategy and plan to support the strategic objectives for Finland including planning, managing and delivering a range of high-quality projects and activities, including media relations, issues/crisis management and corporate publications such as Annual Report. The role will also include overall coordination on Nokia’s Annual Report / 20F project in close cooperation with finance and legal teams, working closely with Nokia Business Groups and functions on key content.

The role holder should be a proactive team player, with strong interpersonal skills and have previous experience working in communications at a multinational, listed company. An ideal candidate is naturally curious and results-driven, with a passion for storytelling and narrative-building. The successful candidate will also support the wider media relations team in strategically engaging with key stakeholders.

How You Will Contribute And What You Will Learn

• Lead media relations outreach for key corporate streams and activities e.g., leadership, executive, business and corporate announcements in line with company messaging
• Work closely with Brand, Finance, Legal and others on corporate-wide cross-functional initiatives
• Work with in-house and agency teams to execute corporate thought-leadership campaigns
• Create and localize content for the Finnish market, including press releases, by-lines and opinion pieces
• Contribute to local projects which require communications support
• Coordinate Annual Report / 20F project in close cooperation with finance and legal teams, working closely with Nokia Business Groups and functions on key content
• Support Nokia’s corporate financial communications process and quarterly financial reporting
• Distribute press releases and Stock Exchange Releases when needed and Support the Global External Communications team with Press Office activities.

Key Skills And Experience

You have

• Background in PR and media relations with experience in maintaining and developing relationships with key media contacts
• Strong experience in daily media liaison, with experience in maintaining and developing relationships with key media contacts and confidently interacting with and briefing journalists
• Understanding of the regulatory communications requirements of a listed company and ideally having experience in overseeing Annual Report projects, as well as preparing and issuing Stock Exchange Releases
• A university degree in a relevant field (e.g. Communications, Media, Journalism or Social Sciences)
• Excellent writing and verbal communication skills in both Finnish and English

It would be nice if you also had

• Proficiency in Swedish
• Experience in financial communications and employer branding

About Us

Advancing connectivity to secure a brighter world.

Nokia is a global leader in connectivity for the AI era. With expertise across fixed, mobile and transport networks, powered by the innovation of Nokia Bell Labs, we’re advancing connectivity to secure a brighter world.

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Our recruitment process

We act inclusively and respect the uniqueness of people. Our employment decisions are made regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. We are committed to a culture of inclusion built upon our core value of respect.

If you’re interested in this role but don’t meet every listed requirement, we still encourage you to apply. Unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences enrich our teams, and you may be just the right candidate for this or another opportunity.

The length of the recruitment process may vary depending on the specific role's requirements. We strive to ensure a smooth and inclusive experience for all candidates. Discover more about the recruitment process at Nokia.

About The Team

Some of our benefits in Finland:

• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements to support work–life balance
• A minimum of 90 days of Maternity and Paternity Leave based on eligibility
• Edenred benefit voucher - 400€ per year
• Annual bonus - based on individual and company performance
• Health and well-being support - occupational health services, well-being programs, employee resource groups, reimbursement for spectacle lenses, life insurance and gyms at every site
• Personal Support Service 24/7 – a confidential support channel open to all Nokia employees and their families in challenging situations
• Share in Success – voluntary employee share purchase plan
• Employee Referral program – reward yourself and support Nokia by referring a friend to apply to Nokia
• Career growth & learning - technical career path, job rotation, coaching and digital learning platforms
• Car benefit – the eligibility for a company car is based on employee’s job grade

Key skills/competency

• Media Relations
• Corporate Communications
• Regulatory Communications
• PR Strategy
• Crisis Management
• Content Creation
• Financial Communications
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Public Relations
• Finnish Media Landscape