International Strategic Communications Lead

12 Hours ago • 7 Years + • Business Development

About the job

Summary

Trendyol International seeks a Strategic Communications Lead to manage communications across DACH, Gulf, Azerbaijan, and CEE regions. Responsibilities include leading the communication of the Sustainable Impact Programme, building a Center of Excellence for international markets, speechwriting for global press conferences, and crisis communications. The role involves managing a small international team and requires 7+ years of experience in corporate, crisis, sustainability, and brand communications, preferably in fashion/e-commerce/retail. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional organizational skills and excellent English communication skills. Travel is required.
Must have:
  • 7+ years experience in corporate communications
  • Sustainability & brand communications expertise
  • Excellent English (written & spoken)
  • Crisis communications management
  • Team leadership & development
  • Speechwriting for press conferences
  • Center of Excellence process building
Good to have:
  • Experience in fashion/e-commerce/retail
Perks:
  • Hybrid work model
  • Summer remote work (2 months)
  • Trendyol shopping budget
  • International office locations
  • Top-tier technical equipment
  • Extensive training platform
  • Mentoring & professional development
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We were founded in 2010 with a dynamic and agile start-up spirit. The trust of around 30 million customers and 250,000 sellers has made us the first decacorn in Turkey. Our success is backed by renowned investors such as Alibaba, General Atlantic, Softbank, Princeville Capital and several sovereign wealth funds. In 2022, we opened our first dedicated international office in Berlin and expanded to Amsterdam, Luxembourg and London. And that's just the beginning!

Tech at the root
We believe that technology is the driver and e-commerce is the outcome. Thanks to the dedication of our team, we have become one of the top 5 e-commerce companies in EMEA and one of the fastest growing worldwide. We currently deliver over 1.5 million parcels daily to 27 countries.

Growth is in our DNA
As a young and dynamic company, we are constantly growing and expanding. With Trendyol Tech, one of the leading R&D centres, Trendyol Express, the fastest growing delivery network, Dolap, the largest platform for second-hand goods, and Trendyol Go, our instant food and grocery delivery service, we are gearing up to become the world's leading e-commerce platform.

Focused on positive impact
Our vision goes beyond business success. We strive to make a sustainable and positive impact on our customers, business partners, and society. By digitizing merchants and SMEs, helping businesses grow, and promoting women's economic empowerment, we are dedicated to creating a better future.

ABOUT THE TEAM
Trendyol International offers an exciting growth environment with significant opportunities to drive strategic change and meaningful results. We build and continue to invest in world-class end-to-end operations and look for leaders to shape decisions for long-term success.

The international corporate communications team is looking for a strategic leader to join the team in it's global expansion. The scope of the role includes Dach, Gulf, Azerbaijan and CEE.

Main Responsibilities

    • Lead the communication of our Sustainable Impact Programme and associated activities internationally 
    • Build a Center of Excellence (CoE) standard process for international markets outside of our HC, Turkey, including Germany, Romania, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Azerbaijan, KSA and UAE.
    • Speech writing in English for worldwide press conferences.
    • Crisis communications.
    • People management skills to develop and retain a small international team.

    • Minimum of 7 years of experience in corporate, crisis, sustainability and brand communications, preferably in fashion/e-commerce/retail sector 
    • Bachelors degree in relevant field or equivalence of experience
    • Exceptional organizational skills with an ability to work quickly and multi-task among competing priorities
    • Excellent command of English, both writing and speaking
    • No obstacles to travel.
JOIN US AND
* Take responsibility from day one and develop your skills with a talented and diverse international team.
* Experience open communication, flexibility, and a start-up spirit in our unique culture.
* Tackle big challenges in e-commerce with Agile practices and encourage growth by learning from mistakes.
* Join creative and focused teams that prioritize collaboration and problem-solving.
* Access our extensive training platform for continuous learning and personal growth.
* Benefit from the support of a global team of experts with mentoring and professional development opportunities.
* Focus on talent and potential, not just job titles.
* Connect with teammates regardless of physical distance through events, meetings, and social activities.
* Enjoy competitive benefits such as Trendyol shopping budget, central and international office locations, and top-of-the-line technical equipment.


We're looking forward to receiving your application!

We offer a hybrid model that combines the productivity of remote work with the bonding and collaboration of in-office work. Teams are expected to work from our offices on designated days each week, fostering team spirit, creativity and cross team collaboration as part of our culture.

We also provide a summer working model, with a two-month fully remote work opportunity during July and  August.

The hybrid working model only applies to hybrid roles; on-site roles require regular office presence.


Discover more about our #LifeatTrendyol and our culture on our WebsiteLinkedIn and YouTube channels.

At Trendyol, we believe in the power of an inclusive workplace. We value diversity and believe that every team member contributes to our vibrant culture. Our platform is for everyone, and so is our workplace. We encourage the representation and amplification of diverse voices in our business, as it allows us all to thrive, contribute, and shape the future together.
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