Partner with the Media Relations/PR leader to set strategic direction for proactive and reactive media strategies that protect and enhance the organization's reputation.
Provide senior counsel and support to the Media Relations/PR team on high-stakes issues, and key announcements, coordinating across legal, HR, and senior leadership.
Serve as an escalation point for issues monitoring, media Q&As, and consistent message delivery during sensitive situations.
Align media relations activity — including press releases, media pitches, media briefings, and events — with broader communications priorities and organizational goals.
Partner with the Social Media leader to develop platform-specific strategies that build brand presence, drive engagement, and grow audiences.
Ensure social media strategy is integrated with the broader global communications strategy and aligned to brand voice and business priorities.
Support the Social Media team in identifying trends, opportunities, and risks through landscape monitoring and listening data.
Provide guidance and senior oversight on social media governance, policies, and response protocols.
Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing, cross-functional communications team across multiple geographies.
Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.
Recruit and retain top communications talent.
Requirements
8 -10+ years of progressive communications experience, with at least 2 years in a senior leadership or management role.
Demonstrated experience managing multiple communications disciplines — including internal communications, executive communications, media relations, and social media.
Proven track record leading and developing high-performing teams in a fast-paced, global environment.
Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills across formats (long-form, short-form, digital, scripted).
Hands-on experience with communications platforms
Strong executive presence and the ability to counsel and influence senior leaders.