Deputy Manager - Communications

About SKF

SKF started its operations in India in 1923. Today, SKF provides industry leading automotive and industrial engineered solutions through its five technology-centric platforms: bearings and units, seals, mechatronics, lubrication solutions and services. Over the years the company has evolved from being a pioneer ball bearing manufacturing company to a knowledge-driven engineering company helping customers achieve sustainable and competitive business excellence.

SKF's solutions provide sustainable ways for companies across the automotive and industrial sectors to achieve breakthroughs in friction reduction, energy efficiency, and equipment longevity and reliability. With a strong commitment to research-based innovation, SKF India offers customized value-added solutions that integrate all its five technology platforms.

SKF Purpose Statement

Together, we re-imagine rotation for a better tomorrow.

By creating intelligent and clean solutions for people and the planet

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position Title:       Deputy Manager – Corporate Communications

Reports To:           DGM – Communications, ISEAM

Role Type:             Individual Contribution 

Location:               Pune / Gurgaon

Job Responsibilities

Role Purpose

Lead external communications, media relations, and brand communication for SKF Industrial in India, South East Asia and Middle East, driving a consistent and high-impact narrative across stakeholders.

The role will own PR execution, media engagement, corporate disclosures, and brand visibility, working closely with regional and global teams to ensure alignment with brand standards and business priorities.

Key Responsibilities

Media & Public Relations

• Drive execution of media and PR strategy to strengthen share of voice (SOV), visibility, and brand reputation
• Manage relationships with media, PR agencies, and industry platforms
• Lead PR for product launches, leadership communication, thought leadership, and key milestones
• Develop and monitor press releases, media kits, bylined articles, and leadership profiling content in collaboration with PR agency

Corporate Communications & Investor Interface

• Support communication for annual reports, quarterly results, AGM, and investor communication
• Develop communication materials including press releases, presentations, and analyst/investor updates
• Coordinate earnings calls, media briefings, and investor interactions in collaboration with internal stakeholders
• Ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with corporate and regulatory guidelines

Brand & External Communication

• Ensure consistent execution of brand communication across PR, social media, and campaigns
• Act as custodian of brand guidelines, messaging consistency, and content quality
• Work with marketing and business teams to amplify campaigns, product launches, and events across media
• Manage development of brand assets in collaboration with agencies and vendors

Content & Narrative Development

• Create high-quality content across formats including press releases, articles, leadership communication, and digital content
• Translate business priorities into clear, compelling external narratives
• Align messaging with regional and global communication frameworks

Regional & Cross-functional Collaboration

• Work closely with ISEAM and global communications teams to align messaging and leverage cross-market opportunities
• Partner with marketing, sales, HR, and CSR teams to support business priorities through communication
• Coordinate with agencies, vendors, and internal stakeholders for seamless execution
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Qualifications & Experience

• 5–8 years of experience in corporate communications, PR, or media relations
• Mix of agency and in-house experience preferred
• Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills

Key Skills

• Media relations and PR execution
• Strong content development and storytelling
• Stakeholder management and collaboration
• Attention to detail and brand governance

Why This Role Matters

This role is critical in strengthening SKF’s external voice—ensuring consistent, credible, and high-impact communication that enhances brand reputation and supports business growth.

Interested, please share your updated profile – shivani.kumar@skf.com / prachi.chourasia@skf.com