Sr Communications Manager

Position Accountabilities:

• Develop, manage, and implement external communication strategies and tactics in support of business objectives that reflect the company’s mission, brand, capabilities, and strategic priorities
• Public relations – Lead proactive and responsive PR strategies in collaboration with agency partners, including development, distribution, and amplification of press releases, media kits, pitches, etc., as well as supporting executive and SME media activities
• External communications – Lead development of impactful content such as scripts, talking points, thought leadership articles, white papers, newsletters, social media posts, etc. for a global audience
• Thought leadership – Develop and execute strategies to elevate the profiles of key organizational leaders and SMEs through owned, earned, and paid media channels
• Executive communications – Provide support for external presentations, corporate messaging, and other market-facing executive communication, as needed
• Demonstrate and apply advanced knowledge of communications, branding, messaging, positioning, and PR strategies and best practices
• Consistently demonstrate superior written and verbal communication skills and an analytical, results-focused mindset
• Other duties as required.

 

Minimum Education/Experience/Technological Knowledge:

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, journalism, or related field
• 8 years of experience in a related field. Scientific or technical writing experience a plus.
• 5 years of external communications/public relations experience in a corporate or agency environment required
• Ability to partner with cross-functional leaders and subject matter experts
• Flexibility to manage multiple projects simultaneously and consistently meet deadlines
• Working knowledge of communications metrics, measurement, and reporting tools
• Proven track record of securing strategic media coverage and executing successful PR campaigns
• Demonstrated storytelling capability, ability to communicate concise, compelling, and persuasive messages across formats
• Experience leading and executing global, digital-first communications strategies
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; working knowledge of PR/social media platforms.
• Strong organizational. communications (verbal and written) and project management skills
• Experience managing agency relationships preferred
• Experience in digital and/or social media marketing, a plus
• Collaborative with a bias for action and a strong sense of accountability