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Henkel holds leading positions in both industrial and consumer businesses: Our portfolio includes well-known hair care products, laundry detergents, fabric softeners as well as adhesives, sealants, and functional coatings.
Corporate Communications Manager
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Corporate Communications Manager
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About this Position
Henkel is looking for an experienced Corporate Communications Manager to lead and shape our communications strategy across the UK, Ireland, and Nordic countries. This is a leadership role with responsibility for managing projects, processes, and a team while building and protecting Henkel’s reputation in the cluster. You will act as spokesperson for Henkel in the region and ensure our messaging reflects local market needs while aligning with global priorities.
What you´ll do
- Lead Cluster Communications: Develop and execute an internal and external communications strategy aligned with global priorities
- Protect and Build Reputation: Manage Henkel’s corporate brand on local level and apply global frameworks to strengthen reputation
- Engage Employees: Shape internal communications and support change management in partnership with HR
- Act as Spokesperson: Drive media relations, adapt messaging for local markets, and coach senior leaders on media engagement
- Transform Digital Channels: Enhance communications channels and formats; implement data-driven measurement frameworks
- Manage Crises: Ensure readiness through crisis procedures and training in line with global standards
- Lead Team and Budget: Develop team capabilities and manage cluster communications budget effectively
What makes you a good fit
- Master’s degree in Communications, Journalism, or related field
- 10+ years’ experience in corporate communications, ideally in an international environment
- Proven expertise in reputation management, internal communications and media relations
- Strong consulting and influencing skills; comfortable advising senior leaders
- Excellent presentation, coaching, and negotiation skills
- Strategic thinker with hands-on approach and ability to manage diverse stakeholders
- Digital communications expertise and experience with data-driven frameworks
- Skilled in crisis communications and aligning local needs with global strategies
- Experience managing budgets and leading teams
- Fluent in English (written and spoken)
Some perks of joining Henkel
- Flexible work scheme with flexible hours, hybrid work model, and work from anywhere policy for up to 30 days per year
- Diverse national and international growth opportunities
- Global wellbeing standards with health and preventive care programs
- Gender-neutral parental leave for a minimum of 8 weeks
- Employee Share Plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares
- Performance bonus / incentives
- Competitive Pension & Life Assurance - Company contributes up to 10% of basic salary
- Annual Leave: 27 days plus 8 Bank Holidays
- Celebration vouchers
At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Become part of the team and bring your uniqueness to us! We welcome all applications across different genders, origins, cultures, religions, sexual orientations, disabilities, and generations.
JOB ID: 25085977
Job Locations: United Kingdom, England, Hemel Hempstead
Contact information for application-related questions: RecruitmentUKIE@henkel.com
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FAQ
I am interested in several jobs. Can I apply for multiple positions at the same time?
Yes – simply fill out your profile in our online application system. Once your online profile is complete, you can apply for multiple positions.
The job offer is written in English – should I write my application in English as well?
Yes, please. As Henkel is an international company you will be working with colleagues from all over the world and English is our official company language. Generally, the ‘rule’ is: please write the application in the same language as the job ad.
Do I get feedback during the application process about the state of my application?
Each position that we have open with Henkel is unique, and finding the right candidate is important for both the hired candidate as well as for Henkel. We want to make sure that both the candidate and the company are a good fit for each other. We will provide feedback to the candidates throughout the entire process.
Can employees move between business areas and/or to a different country?
Yes, in fact it is an expectation within Henkel that our talent is flexible and mobile. This helps to support the company on a broad, global level.
Our “Triple Two” philosophy promotes this expectation, by allowing you to work in at least two different roles, in two different business areas and two different countries. The reason behind this philosophy is that we believe working in different roles, business units and functions is good for your personal development and improves your understanding of Henkel as a global company.
Here you will get further information on our training programs.
Whom do I contact if I have questions concerning my application?
Our recruiting team will help you with all requests regarding your application. Contact the team here.