Communication and PR Lead

Job description

Role Purpose Communication and PR Lead is responsible for defining and executing Schneider Electric’s integrated communications strategy across internal communications, external communications, media relations, executive positioning, and crisis management. This role owns the full communications ecosystem including strategy, agencies, budgets, channels, and governance. It serves as the primary communications advisor to the Country President and executive leadership team, ensuring Schneider Electric’s narrative, reputation, and leadership voice are clear, credible, and consistently delivered across all stakeholders. Key Responsibilities Communications Strategy, Governance and Budget Define and lead an integrated communications strategy aligned with Schneider Electric global frameworks and local business priorities. Own and manage the annual communications budget with clear accountability for spend, efficiency, and impact. Establish governance, messaging frameworks, editorial planning, and approval processes across all communications activities. Agency Management Lead and manage the communications agency ecosystem including PR, media, content, events, and crisis agencies. Define scopes of work, KPIs, performance reviews, and continuous optimization plans. Ensure all agency outputs meet Schneider Electric brand, quality, and compliance standards. Executive and Leadership Communications Act as a trusted strategic communications advisor to the Country President and senior leadership team. Develop executive communications including leadership narratives, speeches, talking points, interviews, op-eds, and town halls.…