Executive Communications Lead

Company Description

At Western Digital, our vision is to power global innovation and push the boundaries of technology to make what you thought was once impossible, possible.

At our core, Western Digital is a company of problem solvers. People achieve extraordinary things given the right technology. For decades, we’ve been doing just that. Our technology helped people put a man on the moon.

We are a key partner to some of the largest and highest growth organizations in the world. From energizing the most competitive gaming platforms, to enabling systems to make cities safer and cars smarter and more connected, to powering the data centers behind many of the world’s biggest companies and public cloud, Western Digital is fueling a brighter, smarter future.

Binge-watch any shows, use social media or shop online lately? You’ll find Western Digital supporting the storage infrastructure behind many of these platforms. And, that flash memory card that captures and preserves your most precious moments? That’s us, too.

We offer an expansive portfolio of technologies, storage devices and platforms for business and consumers alike. Our data-centric solutions are comprised of the Western Digital®, G-Technology™, SanDisk® and WD® brands.

Today’s exceptional challenges require your unique skills. It’s You & Western Digital. Together, we’re the next BIG thing in data.

Job Description

Summary:

In this highly visible role, you will be responsible for the Executive Communications for the CEO Designate of Western Digital.

You will be responsible for creating and managing content and communications for the CEO Designate, reporting to the Chief of Staff. You will develop a communication strategy and messaging hierarchy, content and messaging for internal and external audiences, as well as partnering with the communications communities across the business. Key audiences include investors, analysts, Press, employees, partners, suppliers and internal & external stakeholders.

You will lead a team responsible for preparing executive briefings, content and messaging for internal and external audiences, as well as content for social media, blogs and online assets for the CEO Designate.

As part of CEO Designate Communications team, you will work closely with the Chief of Staff, the Strategic Communications organization, the Executive Leadership team, and key stakeholders across the business.

Role Priorities:

· Develop a communications strategy for the CEO Designate in alignment to the strategy.

· Support high-visibility strategic communications and presentations, both internally and externally, including events, Keynote presentations, customer facing presentations, industry conferences, investor meetings, press engagements, etc., by working closely with key partners to collaborate on messaging and deliverables.

· Manage a direct and virtual team of Communications professionals.

· Research and develop new, creative communications channels for internal and external messaging, while driving innovation.

· Research relevant statistics, data and compelling content for use in messaging development.

· Lead and evaluate all incoming speaking opportunities as part of the overall Communications strategy.

· Partner across the organization to ensure messaging alignment and consistency.

· Demonstrated and consistent excellence in communications with the ability to adjust in the moment to exceed the expectations of the leadership team, customers, stakeholders and employees.

Qualifications

An accomplished strategic communications professional, with 15+ years of experience in Communications, preferably having supported a CEO previously.

· Experienced in successfully managing creative and impactful messaging, with the ability to make even the most complex story relatable and easy to consume.

· Someone who is able to build relationships at all levels of the organization and outside of the organization, with the ability to manage and influence a direct and virtual teams.

· Have the ability to understand a strategy and drive the necessary communications to ensure its success.

· Experienced in advising and working directly with senior executives, are a strong collaborator and have the ability to partner globally.

· Someone who is curious, innovative and digital-savvy, with deep experience in message creation and storytelling.

· Someone who likes a challenge and is willing to give their point of view, whilst offering ideas and solutions.

· Excellent story teller with advanced writing skills.

· Advanced proficiency in PowerPoint.

· Understands the need for flexibility in this role, and be a strong team player.

· Able to build and develop cross functional partnerships.

· A talented and empathetic people manager and leader.

· A strong urg