Vice President of Strategic Communications

Vice President of Strategic CommunicationsJob Overview
The Vice President of Strategic Communications leads corporate communications strategy, executive messaging, and stakeholder engagement initiatives. This role strengthens organizational reputation, ensures consistent messaging across communication channels, and aligns communications programs with business objectives. The position partners with executive leadership to communicate strategic priorities, manage reputation-related issues, and support long-term business growth.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Communications Planning
Develop and execute integrated communications strategies aligned with corporate objectives, organizational priorities, and long-term business goals.
Corporate Messaging and Positioning
Establish clear, consistent corporate messaging that communicates the company’s mission, business strategy, market position, and organizational priorities.
Executive Communications
Advise senior leadership on executive messaging, leadership announcements, speeches, presentations, and communications for key business initiatives.
Stakeholder Engagement
Lead communications initiatives that strengthen relationships with employees, investors, business partners, media representatives, and other key stakeholders.
Corporate Reputation Management
Oversee reputation-building initiatives, monitor communication risks, and coordinate responses to issues that may affect organizational credibility or public perception.
Internal Communications and Alignment
Develop internal communication programs that improve employee engagement, reinforce company values, and ensure consistent understanding of strategic priorities.
Communications Performance and Insights
Evaluate communications effectiveness through audience feedback, media analysis, engagement metrics, and performance reporting to guide continuous improvement.
Team Leadership and Cross-Functional Collaboration
Lead communications professionals and collaborate with marketing, investor relations, business operations, and other departments to deliver coordinated communication initiatives.
QualificationsEducation Background
Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field.
Master’s degree or MBA preferred.
Relevant communications, public relations, or leadership certifications are an advantage.
Work Experience
12+ years of progressive experience in strategic communications, corporate communications, public relations, or related fields.
5+ years of experience leading communications teams, strategic initiatives, or corporate messaging functions.
Proven experience developing communications strategies, advising senior executives, and managing stakeholder engagement.
Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive communications, protect corporate reputation, and communicate complex business topics clearly.
Experience in financial services, investment management, technology, or other complex business environments is preferred.
Core Competencies
Strategic Communications Planning
Corporate Communications and Positioning
Executive Messaging and Leadership Advisory
Stakeholder Engagement
Corporate Reputation Management
Internal Communications
Media Relations and Public Relations
Communications Risk Management
Performance Measurement and Reporting
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Business Strategy Alignment
Team Leadership and Development

Work arrangement
Yes