Communications Specialist

We are part of the BASF ECMS Group, a global leader in catalysis and the trading and recycling of precious metals. We combine economic success with environmental protection and social responsibility. At work, we value the following principles: Live integrity, Encourage curiosity, Appreciate people, Deliver results.

Leveraging its deep expertise as the global leader in catalysis and precious metals, BASF Environmental Catalyst and Metal Solutions (ECMS) serves customers in many industries including automotive, aerospace, indoor air quality, semiconductors and hydrogen economy, and provides full loop services with its precious metals trading and recycling offering.

With a focus on circular solutions and sustainability, ECMS is committed to helping our customers create a cleaner, more sustainable world.  Protecting our elements of life is our purpose and this inspires us to ever-new solutions. 

ECMS operates globally in 15 countries with approximately 20 production sites and over 4,000 employees.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supporting the development and implementation of internal executive and employee messaging aligned with our business strategy, mission and values, and focused on increasing employee engagement across the organization.
• Leveraging your education and your strong storytelling skills, you will create and execute an editorial calendar that supports the ECMS culture and drives employee engagement. You will manage communication mailboxes and distribution lists and act as the primary distributor of all-employee messages.
• Using your journalism, communications, or related experience, you will manage the development and execution of digital employee communications tools and tactics for the company such as our intranet, newsletters, employee events and digital signage. You will also help coordinate town halls and other internal events supported by the Communications Team.
• Managing an ECMS-wide annual employee awards program and associated activities, including facilitating the selection process and awards event.
• Promoting best practices, branding guidelines and editorial policies for our global communicators around the world, you will ensure there is a unified approach to communications within ECMS. 
• Ensuring ECMS communications channels (intranet, digital signage) are effectively used and managed. May also include production of graphics, visual assets, videos, etc. This includes coordination of associated budgets and managing vendor relationships. 
• Measuring the effectiveness of employee communications through digital analytics, surveys and other key performance indicators will be key as you make data-driven recommendations.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications or related field
• 4+ years of experience in a corporate environment.
• Must have: the ability to travel internationally and domestically to site locations or ECMS events as needed (<10%).
• Strong understanding of communications processes, guidelines, policies and practices.
• Proven strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Experience working with diverse global matrixed and cross-cultural teams is a plus.
• Knowledge of MS Office and MS Teams is essential; graphic design, photo and video-editing software desirable.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities.
• Ability to use sound judgment and make decisions in a manner consistent with the job.
• Demonstrated flexibility, adaptability and initiative.

We offer: 

• A job in a modern office located in the center of Wrocław, flexible working hours and the opportunity to work in a hybrid model, strong company culture built on high standards and values
• A comprehensive benefits package, including LuxMed VIP private medical care, a lunch card, and access to the Employee Assistance Program (psychological, financial, and legal support),
• Co-financing for life insurance and a MultiSport card
• Employee clubs (including running, hiking, and football), as well as sports initiatives, social events, and charity activities
• Social benefits and summer day camps for children - discover the full package at www.pracawbasf.pl
• The opportunity for career development in the world's leading chemical company, within a friendly atmosphere and a great team - join us!