Communication Lead

Ready to help us future‑proof Stena Line? We are looking for an impactful Communications Lead to shape and drive strategic communication across the organisation. In this senior role, you will turn business strategy into inspiring communication, with a strong focus on internal communication and change management. You will play a key role in engaging the organisation around major initiatives such as digitalisation, efficiency improvements, and cultural transformation.

Some of your key responsibilities:
- Act as a senior communications lead in strategic communication matters, including change and crisis communication 
- Independently deliver strategic communications support to Group Management and key internal stakeholders 
- Own and lead projects such as the top management conference Leaders’ Forum and organisational changes, with a focus on strategic content and outcome 
- Continuously develop and enhance the business strategy communication to ensure employee understanding and engagement
- Contribute to the development and execution of the Group communication strategy 
- Coach leaders and develop trainings across the organisation to enhance their communication skills and effectiveness.
- Act as advisor and support in PR/external communications matters 
- Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of internal communication initiatives
- Participate in the Crisis Communications team 

What you will experience
As a Stena Line employee in Sweden, we offer you a salary package including pension benefit and benefits package consisting of travel concessions and onboard discounts, health cash plan and well-being activities.

Based in our Gothenburg office, this role follows an office-first approach, allowing you to work closely with a collaborative team across different roles within Brand & Communications.

Who are you?
At Stena Line, your personal qualities matter just as much as your skills and expertise. Regardless of the role, being welcoming, caring, and reliable guides you in your everyday work and the challenges you face.

We believe you thrive in a dynamic environment, and that you are comfortable managing multiple stakeholders and running several initiatives in parallel. You work independently, prioritise effectively, and ensure progress from idea to execution. With a proactive mindset, you take ownership and have a proven ability to drive and implement innovative communication initiatives. You also bring excellent writing skills, with a strong ability to create clear, engaging messages that engage with diverse audiences.

Qualifications:
- Academic degree or equivalent within communication, journalism, or a related field
- Significant experience in internal and external communications, preferably in complex or matrix organisations
- Experience from working in an international commercial organisation
- Proven experience in strategic internal communication and change communication, with a deep understanding of effective communication strategies
- Experience in advising and supporting executive leadership and cross-functional initiatives
- Experience in working both strategic and operational, and the ability to bridge the gap between high-level strategy and day-to-day execution
- Experience with digital communication tools and platforms
- Fluent in Swedish and English, both written and spoken

Experience in crisis communication is a plus!

Interested? 
This is a full-time, permanent position based in Gothenburg within our Brand & Communications department. To apply, please register your profile and send in your application in English as soon as possible but no later than May 24th, 2026. We will review applications continuously, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. To ensure a secure and structured processing of your personal data, we only accept applications submitted through our online recruitment system.

Please note that we kindly decline any offers from recruitment or staffing agencies regarding this recruitment. We may conduct background checks as part of our efforts to ensure the quality of our recruitment process. We have collective bargaining agreements with Unionen, among others, who you can contact for more information.

If you have any questions regarding the position, you are welcome to contact Louise Haglund, Group Head of Brand & Communications at [email protected] or about the recruitment process you are welcome to contact Frida Berntsson, Talent Acquisition Partner, [email protected]. 

About Stena Line
As a leader in sustainable shipping, Stena Line has Europe’s most comprehensive route network focusing on transportation of both passengers and freight. We have over 8,750 employees in our Stena Line family across Scandinavia, around the UK, in the Mediterranean and the Baltics, making a contribution to our company.

Working at Stena Line means having a safe and stable workplace and a great work-life balance. We are committed to maintaining and developing a sustainable working environment, free from harassment, that gives equal opportunities to everyone. We embrace equality, diversity and inclusion – and welcome all applicants.