Communications, Assistant Director
Job description
Location: Chicago, Houston, San Antonio, Los Angeles, Sacramento, San Diego, Seattle, Salt Lake City, Milwaukee, Atlanta, Miami, Tampa, Jacksonville, Charlotte, Nashville, Boston
We are seeking a dynamic Communications Manager at the Assistant Director level to join our EY Americas Markets Comms team. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in developing and implementing comprehensive internal/external communications and engagement strategies for our enablement groups. This position requires a strategic thinker with exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, and a proven track record in managing complex communication projects. The ideal candidate will have experience in stakeholder engagement, content creation, and digital communications. Your expertise will drive internal collaboration, enhance our market presence, and support our business objectives. Join us to lead our communications efforts and make a significant impact within our organization.
Essential Functions of the Job:
- Build relationships with key stakeholders to provide effective marketing support aligned with approved business goals and objectives.
- Coordinate and optimize the use of resources such as creative and deployment services to ensure impactful and timely results.
- Exhibit excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to deliver compelling presentations, coupled with attentive listening and interpretation abilities.
- Showcase proven teamwork and leadership capabilities, with a track record of inspiring and guiding teams.
Analytical/Decision Making Responsibilities:
- Develop a communications strategy, calendars, and timelines to achieve strategic objectives.
- Guide and influence leadership on the selection of appropriate communication channels, using metrics and data for decision-making.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of communication plans regularly and make necessary adjustments.
- Leads as the project manager for significant initiatives, demonstrating strong leadership skills.
- Manages essential resources required for successful execution of projects.
- Directs the day-to-day communications function for key Markets pillars under their purview.
Knowledge and Skills Requirements:
- Earns recognition for profound knowledge both within and outside their business unit, establishing themselves as a subject matter expert.
- Demonstrate outstanding project management skills, ensuring efficient and effective completion of tasks.
- Utilize proficiency in Microsoft 365, with knowledge of Creative Suite considered a bonus.
- Innovate by exploring and implementing cutting-edge technology solutions to enhance communication goals.
Supervision Responsibilities:
The candidate will operate independently within the communications domain, with minimal oversight, focusing on delivering exceptional results. Work is evaluated based on the outcomes achieved rather than the process followed.
Other Requirements:
As the job involves preparing materials for various business groups, long hours may be required.
Job Requirements:
Education:
A bachelor’s degree with a marketing or communications major or equivalent experience.
Experience:
Approximately 7+ years of communications, branding or marketing experience is required.
Note:
This job description is intended as a guide to reflect the principal functions of the job. However, it is not an all-inclusive listing of the required job functions and functions may vary depending on the geographic location of the job and/or the manager. Further, the job description is subject to change at the discretion of management.
- Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
- Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
- Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
- Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.
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Nearest Major Market: Chicago