Head of External Communications

Our award-winning client continues to invest in their people and overall market brand.  This newly created Senior External Communications Manager is a leadership role that is focused on brand reputation through strategic planning and execution, media relations, public relations, and crisis communication.  Our client seeks a seasoned and strong communications leader who can take their vision to the next level by providing strategic direction, execution, and leadership. Apply today if interested! 

Responsibilities:

• Serve as strategic advisor to senior leadership
• Create compelling content that tells the story and brand of who organization as an employer in the market
• Work closely with the internal communications team
• Enhance brand visibility and reputation
• Attract strong talent by representing all brands in the marketplace through message positioning
• Foster effective media relations, creating kits, responding to crisis situations, utilizing proper channels
• Partner with human resources, digital marketing, and other cross-functional teams to ensure coherent message and brand
• Willingness to provide strategic direction in collaboration with senior leadership while still executing in tactical ways as needed

Requirements:

• 10+ years experience in a corporate communications environment with a recent focus on external communications
• Bachelor’s degree required
• Proven ability to build strong media relations and responses 
• Experience leading and growing teams
• Ability to produce strong work samples

Work Model:

• Hybrid

Interested and qualified candidates can contact Jessie Kester at (515) 225-7000 or email at jkester@thepalmergroup.com.

Ref: JOB-43678