Senior Manager, Communications

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JOB OVERVIEW:

We're looking for a dynamic Senior Manager of Communications to drive our narrative and elevate our brand. This is a pivotal leadership role where you'll architect and execute a strategic communications vision, directly impacting our business objectives. You'll empower our team to craft compelling stories, amplify our thought leaders, and cultivate powerful media relationships that solidify our industry presence. Your expertise will be instrumental in positioning our executives as influential voices through strategic thought leadership initiatives and high-profile speaking engagements.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Narrative Development & Brand Elevation: Architect compelling narratives that showcase our vision, achievements, and executive thought leadership. Proactively seek awards and recognition to amplify our brand's reputation.
• Media Relations & Visibility: Cultivate strong media relationships, drive proactive outreach, and execute strategic media plans to secure high-impact coverage and enhance brand visibility.
• Integrated Communications Strategy: Lead the development and implementation of cohesive internal and external communication strategies with Manager, Internal Communications, ensuring consistent messaging and maximum engagement.
• Executive Thought Leadership: Develop and execute strategic communication plans for executives, crafting impactful speeches and presentations to elevate their industry presence.
• Crisis Management & Reputation Protection: Lead crisis communication strategies, ensuring timely and transparent communication to mitigate reputational risks.
• Global Communication Alignment: Coordinate global communication efforts to ensure a unified brand voice across all markets.
• Team Leadership & Development: Mentor and inspire a high-performing communications team, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.
• Strategic Partnerships & Collaboration: Manage PR agencies, consultants, and internal cross-functional teams to align communication initiatives with overall company objectives.
• Budget & Resource Management: Effectively manage communication budgets, prioritize projects, and ensure timely delivery.

SCOPE: 

Typically manage two or more complex sections of a department, a more complex department, large and complex process or multiple large processes. Focus on executing goals in accordance with the policies and directives of senior management. Fully accountable for meeting the operating objectives of the department. Establish key operational objectives and work plans and delegate assignments to staff. May develop proposed budgets for approval and manage budget once approved. Operate with substantial latitude for independent action or decision. May play a role in high-level projects that have an impact on the function's future direction.

COMPLEXITY: 

Increased breadth of responsibility and overall accountability (e.g. strategy, finance, negotiation, communication, etc.). Work on complex issues where analysis of situations or data requires in-depth knowledge of organizational objectives, including an understanding of current business trends. Act as advisor/coach to subordinate(s) to meet schedules and/or resolve problems. Full knowledge of multiple areas within sub-function derived from experience in in non-management and manager level role(s). Focus on executing goals in an accurate and timely manner.

STRATEGY:

Translate and implement the strategy in order to further the sub-function's larger goals through the work of more senior professional staff. Create new, or recommends changes to polici