Head of Press and Communications, HK Privat

About the role

HK Privat, representing about 88,000 private-sector union members, is looking for a leader of its press and communications department. You will lead a team of nine people working on the members' magazine, newsletters, social media, podcasts, campaigns, press and political advocacy, and help shape the union's political influence and public debate.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the press and communications department, including personnel management and change management.
• Develop a new communication strategy focused on digital development and transformation, and turn the union's professional and political goals into a coherent strategy.
• Drive the development of digital formats, new distribution channels and targeted member communication.
• Work closely with the political leadership to turn political messages into communication.
• Build strong internal and external relationships across HK and with partners.

Required profile

• Solid understanding of communication and journalism, able to think across audiences, messages and channels.
• Experienced people manager who can create spirit and solidarity.
• Quick to act and prioritize, proactive, politically astute and good at driving processes.
• Analytical, with a keen sense of the members' history; energetic mix of experience and enthusiasm.
• Structured, independent, high-quality work and strong cross-organizational collaboration.

What we offer

• A position with great influence and short distance from idea to action.
• A professional environment with engaged colleagues and opportunities for professional and personal development.
• Canteen scheme, training facilities and access to holiday homes.
• Terms follow the collective agreement of HK and the Journalist Club.

The workplace is in Copenhagen; candidates are invited to apply through the application button on the site, with interviews scheduled around 23 and 26 November 2026.