About Us
With electric vehicles expected to be nearly 30% of new vehicle sales by 2025 and more than 50% by 2040, electric mobility is becoming a reality. ChargePoint (NYSE: CHPT) is at the center of this revolution, powering one of the world’s leading EV charging networks and a comprehensive set of hardware, software and mobile solutions for every charging need across North America and Europe. We bring together drivers, businesses, automakers, policymakers, utilities and other stakeholders to make e-mobility a global reality.
Since our founding in 2007, ChargePoint has focused solely on making the transition to electric easy for businesses, fleets and drivers. ChargePoint offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to create an all-electric future and a trillion-dollar market.
At ChargePoint, we foster a positive and productive work environment by committing to live our values of Be Courageous, Charge Together, Love our Customers, Operate with Openness, and Relentlessly Pursue Awesome. These values guide how we show up every day, align, and work together to build a brighter future for all of us.
Join the team that is building the EV charging industry and make your mark on how people and goods will get everywhere they need to go, in any context, for generations to come.
Reports To
VP, Global Communications
What You Will Be Doing
ChargePoint is recruiting a capable, motivated, and creative professional to join our Global Communications team. Driving all aspects of European Communications in a high-visibility role, the position will have a direct hand in the four core competencies of the department: Social Media, Corporate Communications, Public Relations and Internal Communications. The ideal candidate will desire a generalist position with exposure to all aspects of the department and all of the European markets we operate in.
What You Will Bring to ChargePoint
- Working closely with the Global Communications team, you will develop and execute bespoke communication strategies for ChargePoint's core European markets.
- Ensure HQ-led campaigns are best adapted and executed to drive results in Europe.
- Act as a partner to the European commercial team, finding communication solutions for their challenges and opportunities.
In Social Media and content:
- Drive growth, engagement, and brand awareness across channels.
- Localize ChargePoint’s social media efforts, generating regionally relevant and effective content.
- Identify key thought leaders, encourage active coverage across their platforms, and build direct relationships on behalf of the company.
- Manage cross-functional elements of social media, liaising with customer support and other key stakeholders.
- Collaborate with marketing stakeholders to drive successful launches and campaigns.
Corporate Communications:
- Seek out, apply for, prepare and staff Executive speaking opportunities
- Act as a communication partner to marketing and policy stakeholders
- Support VP of Communications with reporting materials and presentations for the region
- Track and maintain European communications calendar + precesses
Public Relations:
- Drive company PR efforts across Europe.
- Direct ownership of, and engagement with, top-tier media contacts as a “white glove” resource.
- Ownership of press releases, interview prep documents, presentation material, media pitches, and similar PR content.
- Maintain media lists and related assets in impeccable order
Internal Communications:
- Develop and distribute relevant communications material to keep employees engaged and informed.
- Be an enthusiastic and energetic Internal Communications leader, bringing the employee base across Europe “closer” to our teams on other continents.
- Curate EU specific employee advocacy content to empower employees to act as advocates for the brand.
Requirements
- 7-12 years of Communications or Public Relations experience in automotive, technology, or a similar space which intersects with the world of EV charging
- Business proficiency in English and German is a must, with French being a major plus
- Impeccable written and verbal communication skills. Familiarity with the AP style guide
- Track record of proactively developing and executing communications plans in multiple European markets.
- The ability to flawlessly develop a wide range of communication materials without editorial support.
- Enjoys a balance of thinking and doing, as this role requires both.
- A passion for electric mobility and renewable energy.
- Enjoys a fast-paced environment with a workload spread across diverse subject matter
Location
Munich, Germany OR Radstadt, Austria
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We are committed to an inclusive and diverse team. ChargePoint is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital status or any legally protected status.
If there is a match between your experiences/skills and the Company needs, we will contact you directly.
ChargePoint is an equal opportunity employer.
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