Senior Communication Professional, North America

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ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Own the end-to-end communications strategy for DSV Contract Logistics North America — including strategy development, channel management, calendar planning, and message architecture — ensuring consistency, clarity, and alignment to business priorities. Design, manage, and continuously improve internal employee communication channels — including all-hands events, leadership newsletters, intranet content, and digital signage — to drive engagement, alignment, and culture across a geographically distributed workforce. Serve as the primary communications strategist and thought partner to the North America executive team, advising on employee initiatives, organizational change, and high-stakes communications that require precision, timing, and executive judgment. Build and manage the executive communications program for North American leadership, including speechwriting, talking point development, LinkedIn and external content, speaking engagement preparation, and town hall facilitation support. Partner with DSV’s Marketing function on external communications strategies, ensuring Contract Logistics North America has a coherent, consistent voice in market-facing activities while Marketing retains ownership of brand and campaign execution. Develop and maintain a communications cadence and editorial calendar that maps to the business cycle, key organizational moments, and leadership priorities across Contract Logistics North America. Measure and report on the effectiveness of internal communications programs through employee engagement signals, readership data, and qualitative feedback; continuously refine approach based on results. Manage and coordinate external vendors, agencies, and freelance writers as needed to support communications production, ensuring quality, brand compliance, and on-time delivery. Serve as the steward of DSV’s Corporate Visual Identity (CVI) and tone-of-voice standards within Contract Logistics North America, ensuring all communications outputs are brand-compliant and professionally consistent. Partner with P+O, Legal, and the executive team to develop and execute communications for sensitive organizational matters including restructurings, policy changes, leadership transitions, and post-merger integration milestones. Support DSV’s DB Schenker integration by developing communications that help align employees, leaders, and stakeholders across legacy organizations during the North American integration period. Operate fluently across executive (C-Level) and frontline (site operations, general managers) audiences, modulating channel, tone, and depth to match the communication need.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing, English, or a related field is required. Minimum 7 years of progressive communications experience, with a minimum of 3 years in an internal communications, executive communications, or corporate communications capacity within a complex, matrixed organization. Demonstrated track record of owning end-to-end communications programs, producing executive-level content, and driving measurable employee engagement outcomes. Experience in a logistics, supply chain, transportation, or large multi-site operating environment is strongly preferred. Computer Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft 365 suite (SharePoint, Teams, Outlook, Canva) as a communications delivery and channel management platform. Experience with content management systems, intranet platforms, and digital communications tools; comfort with analytics dashboards and reporting tools to measure communications effectiveness. Proficiency in presentation tools (PowerPoint) and visual communications software; ability to produce publication-ready communications assets without design support. Familiarity with AI-assisted content tools and an ability to leverage emerging technology to improve communications quality, speed, and personalization at scale. Working knowledge of video production, webcast platforms, and live event tools for executive town halls and large-format internal events. Certificates & Licenses: None Language Skills English (reading, writing, and verbal) Mathematical Skills Ability to interpret communications analytics, employee engagement data, and program metrics to draw conclusions and inform strategy; comfort with basic quantitative reporting. Other Skills Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to write clearly for a wide range of audiences — from frontline employees to the C-suite — and to adapt tone, register, and format accordingly. Demonstrated ability to balance strategic communications planning with hands-on content production; equally comfortable setting the agenda and writing the copy. Strong executive presence and advisory instincts; able to counsel senior leaders on communications strategy, push back constructively when needed, and build trusted relationships at the VP and C-level. Sound editorial judgment; able to identify the right message, moment, and medium for sensitive or complex communications without over-engineering or under-preparing. Ability to influence and build trust across multiple levels and functions in a complex, matrixed global organization, including Marketing, P+O, Legal, and Operations. Comfortable operating in a fast-moving, high-ambiguity environment; able to prioritize competing demands, manage multiple workstreams simultaneously, and deliver under deadline pressure. Sound judgment regarding sensitive communications, including the ability to assess risk, protect confidentiality, and navigate politically complex internal situations with discretion. Strong project management instincts; able to plan, sequence, and execute multi-stakeholder communications programs with precision and accountability.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education and/or Experience Master’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Organizational Communication, or a related field preferred. Experience working within third-party logistics, supply chain, transportation, or a similarly complex, multi-site operating environment is strongly preferred. Prior experience supporting post-merger integration communications or large-scale organizational change programs. Experience serving as a communications business partner to a senior executive or leadership team, with demonstrated ability to shape voice, narrative, and presence at the organizational level. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Professional Designations Accreditation in Business Communication, Public Relations (e.g., APR), or Internal Communications (e.g., IABC or PRSA certification) is a plus. Active portfolio of executive communications, internal communications campaigns, or published corporate content is strongly encouraged as part of the application. Physical Demands: Physical Requirements: While performing the duties of this job, the employee uses his/her hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, or crouch; talk or hear. The employee uses computer and telephone equipment. Specific vision requirements of this job include close vision and distance vision. Must be able to lift, bend, stoop, reach, and climb. Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds. Must be able to stand for several hours per day to perform required job duties as required by the nature of the business that is supported. Must be able to travel by plane and/or automobile.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the employee rarely is exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate. The physical demands and work environment characteristics described above are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Reasonable Accommodations Statement To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.For this position, the expected base pay range is $120,000.00 – $150,000.00 Annually. Actual compensation will be determined based on job-related factors such as relevant experience, skills, education, certifications, and geographic location, in accordance with applicable laws and company policy. Information regarding DSV’s benefits offerings, including eligibility, coverage options, and plan details, is available through the DSV Benefits Showcase. Benefits, programs, and eligibility may vary by location and division in accordance with applicable state and local laws. DSV is an equal employment opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, ancestry, disability, veteran status, marital status, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. If you require special assistance or accommodation while seeking employment with DSV, please contact Human Resources at View email address on click.appcast.io. If you are interested in learning the status of your application, please note you will be contacted directly by the appropriate human resources contact person if you are selected for further consideration. DSV reserves the right to defer or close a vacancy at any time. DSV – Global transport and logistics Working at DSV means playing in a different league. As a global leader in transport and logistics, we have been on an extraordinary journey of growth. Let’s grow together as we continue to innovate, digitalise and build on our achievements. With close to 150,000 colleagues in over 90 countries, we work every day to offer solid services and meet our customers’ needs and help them achieve their goals. We know that the best way to achieve this is by bringing in new talent, fresh perspectives and ambitious individuals like you. At DSV, performance is in our DNA. We don’t just work – we aim to shape the future of logistics. This ambition fuels a dynamic environment built on collaboration with world-class team players, accountability and action. We value inclusivity, embrace different cultures and respect the dignity and rights of every individual. If you want to make an impact, be trusted by customers and grow your career in a forward-thinking company – this is the place to be. Start here. Go anywhere Visit dsv.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Facebook.