Communications Director

Everything would be very different without ArcelorMittal, the world’s leading steel and mining company. Buildings. Vehicles. Home appliances. Technology products. All of them are made of our steel. And our steel is made by you. Working to the highest standards and putting safety first, you can join us to create the steel that tomorrow’s world will be made of.         

We are seeking leaders to help us transform the future of steel, who want to impact the world with innovative ideas, boldness and creativity.

For us, people who think differently generate innovative solutions and more creative responses to challenges. Therefore, we value diversity as a source of new perspectives for business and promote an inclusive work environment, in which everyone has the same opportunities for human and professional development.

And naturally you expect a fair salary, paid holidays and other benefits. And of course, you are looking for job satisfaction. What else is there? At ArcelorMittal North America the answer is there is a lot more. 

Join our team.

Opportunity

ArcelorMittal North America is seeking a dynamic and experienced professional to serve as the Communications Director. Reporting to the Head of Human Resources, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing our communication strategies to enhance our brand reputation, engage stakeholders, and drive business growth. A successful candidate will develop and execute comprehensive communication strategies, effective content and messaging, and provide proactive and practical support to all levels of the organization. You will collaborate closely with global and cross functional teams and senior leadership to ensure alignment with organizational objectives.

Key Responsibilities

The key responsibilities and accountabilities include, but are not limited to:

General:

• Establish, develop, execute, and measure a comprehensive multi-channel communication strategy aligned with ArcelorMittal business objectives and values.

• Partner with units in North America and work with teams globally to support global and segment level communication.  

• Provide strategic communications counsel for projects, initiatives, and issues management.

• Create and manage communications budget.

• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

External Communications:

• Serve as the primary spokesperson and media liaison including during crises, fostering positive relationships with journalists, industry analysts, and other key stakeholders.

• Manage presence at industry events, trade shows, and conferences.

• Liaison between North America and Investor Relations

Internal Communications:

• Establish strong internal partnerships across the business units and functions in support of various initiatives and campaigns and alignment of internal and external communications.

• Observing strict brand guidelines, prepare communications collateral and content (including press releases, articles, speeches, presentations) for all platforms.

Corporate Responsibility:

• Approve and advise community sponsorships, grant partnerships, activities promoting STEM and diversity in the workforce, and volunteer organization.

• Support corporate responsibility initiatives, including contributions to the annual corporate responsibility report.

Experience & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, journalism, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).

• Minimum 10 years of professional experience in a communications, public relations, or marketing role.

• Proven experience in a senior communication or similar role, with track record of success in developing and implementing communication strategies, effective media relations and proficiency in digital media platforms.

• Working knowledge of content management systems (Umbraco, SharePoint Modern) HTML coding, digital graphics production (Canva, ContactMonkey) and familiarity with Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, InDesign, Premiere Pro).

• Experience with search engine marketing, Google Analytics, and Google AdWords.

• Experience in a manufacturing environment is a plus.

Skills

• Excellent written, verbal, and digital communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex ideas to diverse audiences in English. Communication skills in French or Spanish will be an asset.

• Critical thinking and an ability to understand complex business issues to craft messages for targeted audience groups.

• Effective team player and ability to work with people at all levels of the organization.

• Relationship builder with strong capacity to "manage by influence".

• Ability to deal sensitively with confidential material.

• Ability to adapt, quick-learner, project management and execution skills.

Other important details

• Location – Schererville, IN

• Scope - North America segment

• Travel – approximately 20%

• Working conditions - office setting - Monday to Friday with extended hours as required due to periods of peak workloads.

What we’ll offer 

We offer competitive salary, bonus, paid vacation, 401k employer match, health insurance, prescription drug insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life and disability insurance etc. 

Call to action 

Join us and you’ll see your work help create renewable energy, impact major industries and boost economies. At ArcelorMittal North America we’ll help you make your world.