Director, Communications to MacGregor

About the role

As Director, Communications, you will act as the line manager for the MacGregor Communications team with four employees, and collaborate closely with leaders across the company. Your mission will be to ensure that our communication efforts effectively support the company’s vision, reputation, and growth.

Key responsibilities:

• Act as line manager for the Communications team, providing leadership and direction.
• Lead the development and execution of MacGregors communications strategy, covering both internal and external communications.
• Support the management team in their internal and external communications efforts.
• Manage external financial communications, including interim and annual reporting.
• Lead brand management initiatives and collaborate with HR on employer branding.
• Implement and develop media relations activities.
• Own and develop our communications platforms, including the website, social media channels, and intranet.
• Ensure readiness for crisis communications.
• Contribute to building MacGregor’s thought leadership in the industry.

You will be part of a proactive organization, with a warm culture, that values ​​communication as a strategic enabler of business success. The office is located in nice premises in Västra Frölunda and you report to Executive Vice President, HR & Communications.

About you

As a person you are an independent leader with the ability to inspire and guide others. You have strong business acumen and strategic mindset. Also, you have excellent presentation, collaboration, and networking skills.

To succeed in the role we believe you have:

• 8–10 years of experience in strategic communications and/or marketing within an international B2B environment.
• Any experience in financial communications.
• 2–3 years of leadership experience, preferably in a matrix organization.
• Master’s degree in communications, marketing, or equivalent.
• Excellent command of English, both spoken and written.

About MacGregor

MacGregor is a global leader in cargo and load handling solutions for the maritime and offshore industries. Our innovative products and services are used by shipowners, operators, and shipyards worldwide – and more than half of the world’s merchant fleet is equipped with MacGregor technology. With approximately 2,000 employees in around 30 countries, we combine strong engineering expertise with customer focus and lifecycle-based support. Since 2025, we operate as MacGregor Group AB, owned by investment firm Triton, with a clear strategy to drive growth and sustainable development across the global maritime sector. Learn more at www.macgregor.com.

Interested?

In this recruitment we cooperate with KIMM. For further information about the role please contact Recruitment Consultants Maggie Klingenstierna maggie.klingenstierna@kimm.se.

You apply with your CV at kimm.se and will be asked to kindly answer a few questions. Selection is ongoing so do not wait to submit your application. The process includes two tests (aptitude and personality). We look forward to receiving your application!

We are seeking an experienced Director, Communications to lead our communications function and drive alignment between internal and external messaging in support of MacGregor’s overall business objectives.