Danske Bank has recruited Sara Christensen as the new Head of Communications for the bank's Swedish operations. Sara Christensen has extensive experience in strategic communications within the financial sector and most recently came from Första AP-fonden, where she was Head of Communications.
In the role of Communications Manager, Sara Christensen to be responsible for developing and running Danske Bank's external and internal communications in Sweden. She will also be part of the bank's Swedish management team.
Sara Christensen has extensive experience in communications, branding and public affairs from the financial sector. Before Första AP-fonden (AP1), she has held several senior communications roles, including as Head of Communications for the Large Corporates business area at Swedbank and as Head of Marketing Communications at Kaupthing Bank.
– We are very pleased to welcome Sara to Danske Bank. She will be a very valuable addition to our already strong communications team and will contribute with strategic leadership, many years of experience from the financial sector and a documented ability to build committed teams and drive change. Her background in strategic communications work in large organizations will be an important asset as we continue to strengthen our presence and voice in Sweden, says Linda Fagerlund, CEO, Danske Bank Sweden.
Danske Bank has a clear ambition to advance its positions in Sweden and continue to strengthen relationships with customers, employees and other stakeholders. The recruitment of Sara Christensen is part of the work to further develop the bank's communication and visibility in the market.
– I am very much looking forward to starting at Danske Bank and contributing to the bank's continued development in Sweden. Danske Bank has a strong position, talented employees and plays an important role for both private individuals, companies and society at large. Communication is a central part of building trust and I look forward to developing this work further together with my new colleagues, says Sara Christensen.
