Head of Internal Communications

This role leads, scales, and elevates global internal communications and storytelling across On. Reporting to the CHRO, it acts as a strategic driver of connection and clarity, keeping global teams aligned with On's mission, values, and business priorities. The position serves as a trusted advisor to the Leadership Team and founders, shaping executive voice, co-creating change management strategy, and guiding major company moments across digital, written, and in-person channels.

• Define and evolve the internal channel ecosystem and tone of voice, guiding where communication happens and how it resonates across global teams.
• Co-create and shape the global editorial strategy across live events, written moments, and creative mediums (video, audio) to bring clear, inspiring messages to life.
• Partner with senior executives to author and codify core organisational frameworks, orienting global teams around key strategic and cultural tenets.
• Direct and oversee content strategy for major internal events, including Global Town Halls, AMAs, and inspiration formats.
• Lead speechwriting and cultural engagement for senior leaders, translating thought leadership into compelling narrative moments.
• Guide communications through change and reactive scenarios, bringing clarity and calm when it is needed most.
• Build collaborative, cross-functional partnerships with Human Resources, External Communications, Events, Investor Relations, and Marketing.
• Build, mentor, and empower a high-performing, distributed internal communications team across global offices and time zones.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to the Leadership Team and founders, shaping executive voice and co-creating change management strategy.

• 15+ years of experience leading internal or corporate communications within a fast-growing, innovative global brand.
• Demonstrated storytelling mastery, with a portfolio showcasing an ability to translate complex corporate strategies into clear, authentic internal narratives.
• Strong cultural presence and natural curiosity, with the ability to build authentic cross-functional relationships and bring bold ideas to life.
• Executive presence with a track record of coaching, advising, and writing for C-suite leaders and founders through periods of hyper-growth and organisational change.
• Proven leadership experience building, guiding, and developing distributed, high-performing communications teams.
• Deep experience in event strategy and show production for large-scale employee gatherings, with a keen understanding of stage delivery and live show flow.
• Comprehensive business acumen across corporate strategy, investor relations, operations, and organisational design.
• Innovative mindset with a willingness to challenge traditional internal comms conventions, test new formats, and drive meaningful cultural engagement.
• Active awareness of emerging media and cultural trends, applying fresh insights to connect with diverse global teams.
• Professional fluency in English.

• Additional language skills are an asset.