Oliver Santen

About

Clear language excites me. I strongly believe in keeping sentences simple and direct. (Huge fan of German Hauptsatz). I bring more than 30 years of experience in journalism and communications. At heart, I’ve always remained a journalist — and a communications professional with real passion. What drives me is communication that is clear, effective, and truly makes an impact.

Experience

• Senior Advisor at FGS Global
  May 2026 - Present · 2 mos

• Head of Communications, Business and Infrastructure at Deutsche Bahn
  Feb 2024 - Apr 2026 · 2 yrs 3 mos

• Bankenverband (Berlin)
  • Head of Organization and Communications
    May 2022 - Feb 2024 · 1 yr 10 mos

  • Head of Communications
    Sep 2017 - Apr 2022 · 4 yrs 8 mos

• Siemens (6 yrs 1 mo)
  • Head of Public Relations and Technology Media
    Oct 2013 - Jul 2017 · 3 yrs 10 mos

  • Head of Media Relations
    Jul 2011 - Sep 2013 · 2 yrs 3 mos

• Axel Springer SE (7 yrs 1 mo)
  • BILD-Zeitung / Head of Economic Department
    Jan 2005 - Jun 2011 · 6 yrs 6 mos

  • Head of Product Communication
    Jun 2004 - Dec 2004 · 7 mos