Job Description
At Stepstone we have a simple but very important mission: As one of the leading digital recruiting platforms and #2 most popular tech employer in Germany, we help everyone find the right job. Therefore, we need you!
To accomplish our mission, we are looking for a Communications Content Manager (m/f/d) in Dusseldorf.
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Equal opportunities are important to us. We believe that diversity and inclusion at The Stepstone Group is critical to our success as a global company, so we want to recruit, develop and keep the best talent on the market. We encourage applications from everyone, regardless of your background, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, ethnicity, belief, age, family or parental status, and any other characteristic. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application or interviewing, please let us know.
Join us and become part of one of the largest German digital enterprises with more than 4,000 employees. In addition to our international footprint, we are also part of the Axel Springer SE family and its unique European family of successful companies.
Are you a master of the written word? Do you possess the ability to craft compelling narratives that resonate across various platforms? We're seeking a Corporate Communications Manager with a unique talent for implementing a 'write-once' philosophy. In this role, you'll be the create captivating written content that serves multiple purposes, from press releases to Stepnews and social media posts.
If you're passionate about the power of words to inform, inspire, and influence, and you thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you. Join us in shaping the narrative of our organization and making an impact through the written word.
- Content Creation: As the Corporate Communications Manager, you'll be responsible for producing high-quality written content that adheres to the 'write-once' principle. This means crafting articles, press releases, blog posts, and other materials that can be repurposed across different communication channels.
- Strategic Communication: You'll work closely with internal stakeholders to understand key messages (Business, Tech, ESG and Labor Markets) and develop strategies for effectively communicating them through written content. Your ability to align messaging with corporate objectives will be paramount.
- Multi-Platform Adaptability: Your written work should seamlessly transition across various platforms, maintaining consistency in tone, style, and messaging. Whether it's for traditional media, internal communications, video or social media channels, your content should captivate and engage audiences.
- Brand Voice Maintenance: Upholding the organization's brand voice and values in all written communications is crucial. You'll be responsible for ensuring that every piece of content reflects the company's identity and resonates with its target audience.
- Collaboration and Coordination: Collaboration is key in this role. You'll liaise with cross-functional teams, including marketing, PR, and executive leadership, to gather insights and ensure alignment on communication strategies and initiatives.
- Continuous Improvement: Stay abreast of industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies in corporate communications. Continuously seek ways to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of written communication processes.
- High quality written and spoken English and German (CEFR-level C1)
- Several years of relevant professional experience in corporate communications, content creation, or journalism.
- Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills, with a keen eye for detail.
- Demonstrated ability to adapt writing style to different audiences and platforms.
- Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
- Working knowledge of The Stepstone Group, products, services and strategic approach.
- Proficiency in content management systems, social media platforms, and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Strategic mindset with the capacity to think creatively and analytically.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization.
- Preferred degree in Communications, Journalism, English, or related field.
Your start at The Stepstone Group: We want you to feel comfortable right from the get-go and you can begin networking immediately. That's why we always start with an onboarding event lasting two days at our headquarter in Düsseldorf, during which you get to know your new colleagues, our products and our culture. After that, the onboarding continues in your department - with several weeks of individual training.
Your further development: We are growing - and of course we want you to grow with us. We will support you with targeted training that will help you develop both personally and professionally.
Big player with start-up flair: Even though we've grown quite a bit, we haven't lost our laidback attitude from the early days. In concrete terms, this means that we are on a first-name basis, we have short communication channels, flat hierarchies and super helpful colleagues.
Social Days: Talk is silver, action is golden - which is exactly why all our employees have 2 Social Days a year. These can be used flexibly for social and sustainable commitment. And the best thing about it: you don't have to take any holidays.
Holidays: While we're on the subject of holidays ... We offer 30 days of paid leave per year plus one customary day. And we always have Christmas and New Year's Eve off.
Four-legged friends welcome! - Would you like to bring your dog? With pleasure. Every day is "bring-your-dog-to-work-day"!
Our location? We're easy to reach - whether by car, train or bike. By the way: We sponsor 50% of your parking space or job ticket.
Job-bike: And we also have good news for all cyclists: with our Job-bike offer, we support you in getting to the office quickly and sustainably.
Mobile Office: This is also possible with us! As a general rule, we offer two days of remote working per week. Feel free to ask directly during the interview to find out what the policy is for your role.
Fancy a coffee? Our coffee is brewed fresh and free of charge. Speaking of fresh, of course, we also serve fresh fruit every day.
Our in-house post office: Standing in line isn't your thing? Then simply have your parcels delivered to the office.
Even more benefits: Christmas party, summer party, team events, incentives, subsidization on our company pension scheme and great offers at wholesale rates (e.g. for mobile phone contracts, Sixt and hotel bookings with HRS) - our list is long. There's bound to be something for you too!