Get to Know Climeworks
Climeworks is a leading provider of high-quality carbon removal solutions, combining decades of expertise in Direct Air Capture (DAC) technology with a comprehensive approach to environmental sustainability.
We advise companies on their carbon removal strategies and provide tailored portfolios of both nature-based and engineered approaches, offering end-to-end services to help achieve net-zero goals. With our pioneering DAC plants in Iceland, we demonstrate a steadfast commitment to exceptional carbon removal backed by over 15 years of research and development.
By advancing the most reliable solutions in the market, Climeworks accelerates the global transition to net-zero, unlocking economic value for businesses, governments, and society.
We foster a dynamic environment and are building a global, purpose-driven team. We seek disruptive thinkers, passionate achievers, and inspiring leaders who are ready to take on the world's greatest challenges.
Your Mission
Job Description
- Public Relations: Develop and execute a forward-thinking media and PR strategy to build trust, position the company as a climate innovation leader, and protect its reputation.
- Crisis Communication: Serve as the first responder for reputation-critical events, managing strategic responses to media scrutiny and public criticism, particularly on sensitive climate topics.
- Internal & External Communications: Align internal messaging with external narratives, ensuring clarity across teams and communication platforms, while partnering with the CEO and leadership team.
- Branding: Own and evolve the brand strategy, leading branding efforts aligned with strategic goals and shaping storytelling around key milestones such as product launches or partnerships.
- Agencies: Select, brief, and manage external communication and branding agencies, ensuring alignment with broader business objectives.
- Leadership: Lead and mentor a multidisciplinary team of approximately eight full-time employees across communications, PR, brand, and content, fostering a collaborative team culture.
Your Story
Requirements
- Educational Background: A Master’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field; an MBA or equivalent strategic training is a plus.
- Experience and Industry Exposure: Over 10 years of leadership experience with team and budget responsibility, and more than 15 years in the tech industry, preferably in high-risk sectors or sustainability-focused firms.
- Expertise and Technical Competencies: Strong background in crisis communication and scientific communication with expertise in brand strategy and messaging for diverse audiences.
- Interpersonal and Leadership Skills: Thrive in high-pressure environments, maintaining focus during challenges, and integrate smoothly into high-performing teams.
- Languages and Travel: Fluent in English and willing to travel occasionally.
What We Offer
- Time Off: 25 paid vacation days each year, plus public holidays.
- Flexibility: Hybrid work setup with up to 4 weeks of remote work annually within any EU country.
- Ownership: Competitive base pay with an equity package to recognize your contributions.
- Family Support: Inclusive parental leave policies.
- Continuous Learning: Dedicated budget for your professional growth.
- Referral Rewards: Earn bonuses for helping us grow our team through successful referrals.
- Salary: Compensation based on experience, skills, and market benchmarks for similar roles.
Application Process
Apply online using the form below. Only applications matching the job profile will be considered.
This position is based in Opfikon, Zurich, and requires at least three days of onsite work per week. The percentage in the job title indicates flexibility; choose between full-time or part-time based on what suits you best. Please note, we do not accept candidate profiles through recruitment agencies.