Corporate Communications Specialist

Regional Communications Lead

Position Title : Regional Communications Specialist
Work Location : Chennai, Ambattur
Reports to : Regional Communication Leader, ZF Group.
 
Key Purpose : Role focuses on identifying top drivers of corporate strategy and areas where communication can add value for the listed entity - CVS India. Responsible for leading the execution of all aspects of corporate communication for the division in the Region as well as driving functional excellence/ performance, in alignment with the regional and global strategy.
 
Your Tasks:

• Provide professional communications counsel and support to CVS India in growing the value of the business.
• Ensure percolation of ZF CVS Regional business strategy
• Within the Region, develop and run Division-specific communications programs and ensure that corporate programs are effectively implemented
• Support the internal communications required in the division and engage the CVS division’s growing employee base across the Region alongside promoting regional successes and sharing best practices with a global CVS team via communication channels
• Proactively identify highest-impact opportunities for communications support to the CVS Regional Leader.
• Investors relations communications. Govt. Liaison and liaison with industry bodies like ACMA, CII, IGCC , IACC, ASSOCHAM
• Brand building and thought leadership [ACE] in the region led by CVS
• Promote Global communications initiatives within the division and also collaborate with the regional team on special projects 

 
Your Profile:

• Relevant working experience in corporate communications roles; Experience in any manufacturing / automotive industry - passenger car or commercial vehicle; Degree in Communications, Journalism or related field
• Knowledge of regional media and market dynamics is essential
• Strong written and oral language skills, proficient command of English
• Skills to influence, coach and support diverse stakeholders. Proven experience in deploying integrated communication programs
• Ability to handle complexities in queue among multiple channels, content creators and/or agencies
• Ability to interface and communicate confidently with both management, agency and production staff is essential and will be complemented by a hands-on, collaborative approach
• Strong team player, recognizing the need to manage relationships within a global context, understanding the bigger picture
• Experience in multinational company structures and matrixed organizations
• Regional language competence is a plus