Communications principal specialist

Аbout GlobalFoundries

GlobalFoundries is a world-leading contract manufacturer for the global semiconductor industry with facilities in Dresden, Singapore, New York and Vermont (USA). Our products are used in various technical applications, e.g. mobile communications, consumer electronics, automotive and more. GlobalFoundries employs around 13,000 people worldwide, including 300 in Sofia.

Our Sofia based team will enhance GF’s scale and capabilities, while strengthening competitiveness of its specialized application solutions to further position the company for growth and value creation.

Our Design and Technology Enablement teams are working on the development of a broad portfolio of semiconductor technologies ranging from 350 nm down to 12nm including FD-SOI, RF, High-Voltage, and automotive applications.

Job Role - Communications principal specialist, Bulgaria and EMEA employee communications

This role serves as the communications lead for the Bulgaria site and partners closely with site leadership, HR, and the global communications team to drive employee engagement, organizational communications, and employer branding initiatives. The role also supports communications and engagement activities across GF's smaller EMEA locations, ensuring employees receive consistent, relevant, and locally meaningful communications aligned with company priorities.

Responsibilities:

Serve as the primary communications partner for the Bulgaria site, advising site leadership and HR on employee communications, engagement, and communication planning

Develop and execute site communications strategies that align local priorities with GF's global communications objectives

Create, edit, and publish employee communications including announcements, articles, newsletters, leadership messages, intranet content, and employee stories

Support site leadership communications, employee meetings, town halls, all-hands sessions, site visits, and employee events

Lead site engagement initiatives that strengthen culture, employee connection, recognition, and understanding of company priorities

Develop and execute employer branding activities that support talent attraction, recruitment marketing, community engagement, and GF's reputation as an employer of choice

Partner with Talent Acquisition, HR, and business leaders to support recruiting campaigns, onboarding communications, and workforce growth initiatives

Manage external agencies, vendors, and communications-related budgets as needed to support employee communications, employer branding, events, and strategic engagement initiatives across Bulgaria and EMEA sites

Manage site content for internal and external channels, ensuring messaging is accurate, timely, and aligned with corporate standards

Identify and promote employee success stories, innovation highlights, culture initiatives, and community impact programs

Build relationships with key stakeholders across the Bulgaria site to understand employee needs and communication opportunities

Regional EMEA responsibilities

Serve as the employee communications and engagement lead for GF's smaller EMEA locations, partnering with local leaders and HR representatives

Coordinate communications activities across multiple sites to ensure consistency with GF's global messaging, campaigns, and employee experience priorities

Act as an extension of the global employee communications team, adapting global programs and campaigns for local audiences

Establish and maintain a network of site communications representatives across EMEA to support local execution and employee engagement activities

Share best practices, engagement ideas, and communication resources across EMEA sites to improve consistency and effectiveness

Gather employee feedback, engagement insights, and communication effectiveness metrics and provide recommendations to local and global stakeholders

Foster collaboration across Communications, HR, site leadership, and business teams to strengthen employee engagement and organizational alignment

Success profile

Strong communications and storytelling skills with the ability to translate complex topics into engaging employee communications

Experience partnering with leaders and HR teams on organizational communications and employee engagement initiatives

Fluency in English - both written and spoken

Bachelor or Masters degree in Marketing, Communications or a relevant business discipline

Ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders across different countries, locations, and cultures

Experience supporting employer branding, recruiting communications, community engagement, or corporate reputation initiatives

Strong judgment, collaboration skills, and ability to balance local needs with global communications objectives

We Offer

Attractive compensation package with competitive salary, performance related bonus plan and a global recognition program.

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (including 20% match and 50 seed shares for first time participants, non-executive).

Individual, technical or management career path opportunities supported by enhanced learning and development programs.

Healthy and teambuilding work environment with various perks:

Additional medical service, including dental and, coverage of employees’ children

Food vouchers and canteen discounts

Monthly budget for Flex benefit

Top-rated office location with recreation Spa facilities

Discounts for Spa & Wellness Programs at NV Tower

Regular Team Events and Celebrations

Focus on employee work-life balance:

Hybrid working model and flexible working time

21 to 25 days paid vacation depending on years with the company

G lobal F oundries is an equal opportunity employer, cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We believe having a multicultural workplace enhances productivity, efficiency and innovation whilst our employees feel truly respected, valued and heard.

As an affirmative employer, all qualified applicants are considered for employment regardless of age, ethnicity, marital status, citizenship, race, religion, political affiliation, gender, sexual orientation and medical and/or physical abilities.

All offers of employment with GlobalFoundries are conditioned upon the successful completion of background checks , medical screenings as applicable and subject to the respective local laws and regulations.

No Recruitment Fee Policy: GlobalFoundries is committed to ethical and transparent hiring practices. Candidates will not be charged any fees at any stage of the recruitment process. Any request for payment related to a GlobalFoundries employment opportunity is unauthorized and should be reported immediately . All legitimate recruitment communications are conducted exclusively through official GlobalFoundries channels. To report concerns or suspected recruitment fraud, please contact our Ethics & Compliance Office at global.compliance@GlobalFoundries.com or visit our official website.

The Ethics & Compliance mailbox is not a recruitment channel. CVs/resumes submitted to this mailbox will not be reviewed, processed, or considered for employment opportunities. Please apply through the official GlobalFoundries careers site only.

Information about our benefits you can find here: https://gf.com/careers/opportunities-in-europe/