Head of Communications & Government Relations Nordics

The opportunity

As the Head of Communications & Government Relations Nordics, you will lead Hitachi's communications and government relations strategy across the Nordics and Baltics, driving brand visibility, stakeholder engagement, and policy influence while managing a high-performing team and shaping impact at the intersection of business, policy, and society.

How you'll make an impact

• Lead all Communications and Government Relations activities across Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Finland, and the Baltics, ensuring alignment with global CGR strategies and objectives.
• Manage and develop a high-performing regional team, fostering collaboration, creativity, and accountability.
• Drive cohesive advocacy and engagement with policymakers and regulators.
• Strengthen the Hitachi Energy brand across all channels, ensuring consistent positioning and relevance to regional stakeholders.
• Develop and execute integrated communication strategies supporting business growth, reputation, and employee engagement.
• Oversee planning and budgets for all CGR activities in the region.
• Steer overall media relations, digital communications, events, executive visibility, crisis communications and internal communications for the region.
• Act as a trusted advisor to the local management and leadership teams on strategic communication and public affairs matters.
• Actively contribute to the evolution and refinement of the Hitachi Energy brand narrative as a member of the global CGR leadership team.
• Ensure all activities comply with legal, policy, and ethical standards while safeguarding the company's reputation.

• 15+ years' experience in communications, media relations, and/or government affairs, preferably in global matrix organizations.
• Proven experience in strategic and operational planning with multitasking and stakeholder management.
• Knowledge of communication methods and ability to tailor strategies by audience and region.
• Digitally savvy and knowledgeable about social media and online reputation management.
• Commercially aware, linking communications to business goals and market impact.
• Relevant international experience: Nordic region and energy/technology sector background preferred.
• Executive presence with experience advising senior leaders and influencing decisions.
• Skilled in engaging diverse stakeholders including government, business partners, and internal teams.
• Fluent in English and Swedish; Finnish and Norwegian languages are a plus.
• Up to 40% of the role requires travelling.