Klarna logo

Communications Manager

Klarna

Stockholm, Stockholm County, SwedenFull-timeNo compensation foundPosted 2mo agoVerified open 3 days ago

Most applications go out cold — see where you stand first. No sign-up to start.

At a glance

Compensation
No compensation found
Location
Stockholm, Stockholm County, Sweden
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Job overview

Klarna is hiring a Communications Manager. The Communications Manager will strengthen Klarna’s presence across Europe, focusing on the Nordics and Sweden. They will develop and execute communications initiatives for product launches, corporate milestones, and regional storytelling, translating complex topics into clear narratives while collaborating with product, legal, marketing, and public policy teams.

Key focus areas include Strengthen Klarna’s presence across Europe with a focus on the Nordics, Develop and execute communications initiatives for product launches and corporate milestones, and Shape Klarna’s narrative across diverse media landscapes.

Successful candidates bring 5+ Years Nordic And International Press, Media Relations, Or Corporate Communications Experience. Important skills include Develop Communications Initiatives, Execute Communications Initiatives, Shaping Narrative, Translate Complex Topics Into Compelling Narratives, Improve Processes, and Embrace New Tools And Technologies. Preferred (not required): Fintech, Payments, Technology-Driven Companies, and Managing Communications Across Multiple International Markets.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Develop Communications InitiativesExecute Communications InitiativesShaping NarrativeTranslate Complex Topics Into Compelling NarrativesImprove ProcessesEmbrace New Tools and TechnologiesEngage With Senior StakeholdersElevate VoiceNordic PressInternational PressMedia RelationsCorporate CommunicationsSwedish Media LandscapeEstablished Network of ContactsDevelop Strategic Communications PlansExecute Strategic Communications PlansIndependently Drive InitiativesOwnership of OutcomesStakeholder ManagementWorking With Senior LeadershipWorking With Cross-Functional TeamsCrisis CommunicationsReputation ManagementCommunicationEnglishTranslate Business Strategy Into External MessagingFintechPaymentsTechnology-Driven CompaniesManaging Communications Across Multiple International MarketsRegulatory EnvironmentsPublic Affairs EnvironmentsAI ToolsNew Technologies to Enhance Communications ImpactShape NarrativeCollaborate Cross-FunctionallyTranslate Complex Topics Into Clear NarrativesEngage Senior StakeholdersSwedish Media Landscape UnderstandingNetwork of ContactsDrive Initiatives IndependentlyWritten Communication in EnglishVerbal Communication in EnglishFintech ExperiencePayments ExperienceTechnology-Driven Companies ExperienceRegulatory and Public Affairs Environments Familiarity

Qualifications

5+ Years Nordic and International Press, Media Relations, or Corporate Communications ExperienceCV in English

Full job description

What you will do As a Communications Manager, you will strengthen Klarna’s presence across Europe with a focus on the Nordics, particularly Sweden as a key market. You will develop and execute communications initiatives that support product launches, corporate milestones, and regional storytelling, shaping Klarna’s narrative across diverse media landscapes. Working in a fast-paced and high-autonomy environment, you will collaborate closely with product, legal, marketing, and public policy teams to translate complex topics into clear and compelling narratives. You will contribute to high-impact communications across consumer, corporate, and product areas, while continuously improving processes, embracing new tools and technologies, and engaging with senior stakeholders to elevate Klarna’s voice.

Who you are

  • Extensive experience in Nordic and international press, media relations, or corporate communications (5+ years)

  • Strong understanding of the Swedish media landscape with an established network of contacts

  • Proven ability to develop and execute strategic communications plans in fast-paced and complex environments

  • Ability to independently drive initiatives while taking full ownership of outcomes

  • Strong stakeholder management skills, including experience working with senior leadership and cross-functional teams

  • Experience handling crisis communications and reputation management in an international context

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to translate business strategy into clear external messaging

Awesome to have

  • Experience in fintech, payments, or technology-driven companies

  • Background in managing communications across multiple international markets

  • Familiarity with regulatory and public affairs environments

  • Experience working with AI tools or new technologies to enhance communications impact

Please include a CV in English

Curious to learn more about Klarna and what it’s like to work here? Explore our career site !

You've read the whole posting — now see how you match it.