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Trimble

Executive Communications Lead

Atlanta, GA

$136.40K - $187.50K/yr

Shape the Voice of Leadership as Executive Communications Lead! Ready to define the public voice and strategic narratives for high-profile C-suite leaders at a global technology pioneer? Trimble is ...

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Executive Communications Lead

Westminster, CO

$136.40K - $187.50K/yr

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As of May 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for director executive communications in the United States is $123,324.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $96,000.00 and $140,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a Director Executive Communications, you need expertise in strategic messaging, corporate communications, and content development, often supported by a bachelor's or master's degree in communications or related fields. Familiarity with media monitoring tools, internal communication platforms, and executive speechwriting is typically required. Exceptional interpersonal skills, political savvy, and the ability to translate complex ideas into clear messaging set top performers apart. These skills ensure that executive communications align with organizational goals, maintain brand reputation, and effectively engage both internal and external audiences.

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A Director of Executive Communications works closely with C-suite leaders to craft key messages, speeches, and communication strategies that align with the organization's vision and objectives. The role requires frequent cross-functional collaboration, partnering with departments such as PR, marketing, HR, and legal to ensure messaging consistency and accuracy. Building trust with executives is essential, as is the ability to translate complex information into clear, compelling narratives for various audiences. This position often involves managing sensitive information and coordinating communication initiatives across multiple platforms and teams.

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A Director of Executive Communications is a senior professional responsible for developing and managing the communication strategies and messaging for top executives within an organization, such as the CEO or other C-suite leaders. This role involves crafting speeches, presentations, internal and external communications, and ensuring the executive's voice aligns with the company’s goals and values. The Director also provides strategic advice, manages media relations for executives, and often leads a team dedicated to executive visibility and thought leadership. Their work is critical for shaping how leaders are perceived both inside and outside the organization.
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Director of Executive Communications

Stand Together

Arlington, VA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Retirement

Posted 19 days ago

Job description

Stand Together is a philanthropic community that helps America's boldest changemakers tackle the root causes of our country's biggest problems, from education to the economy, broken communities, and toxic division, among dozens of other pressing issues. We provide our partners with access to resources including funding, thought leadership, a network of peers, and a playbook for applying proven principles to transform lives and society.
With an emphasis on thought leadership,executivepositioning, and strategic narrative development, theDirectorofExecutiveCommunicationswill serve as a key partner in shaping and advancing the thought leadership andexecutivepresence of the organization's principals. This role blends high-level strategy with disciplined execution to ensure Stand Together's executive leadership strategies and narratives align with broader ST brand goals.
How You Will Contribute
  • Develop, refine, and edit high-impact executive communications, including talking points, op-eds, and public statements.
  • Create and implement comprehensive executive positioning strategies aligned with organizational goals and brand narrative.
  • Design, manage, and update long-term communications roadmaps tailored to each principal's role and goals, including oversight ofsocialmedia strategy and execution.
  • Ensure that each principal's narrative framework is aligned with and drives forward ST's brand and strategic priorities.
  • Monitor news cycles and industry trends to identify timely opportunities for executive visibility and thought leadership.
  • Prepare detailed briefing materials for interviews, panels, and public speaking engagements.
  • Produce media kits including executive bios, Q&As, and other supporting materials for press and public relations.
  • Lead media training sessions to ensure executives are prepared and confident in public-facing scenarios.
  • Facilitate prep sessions ahead of interviews and speaking engagements to align messaging and delivery.
  • Draft quotes and messaging that reflect and reinforce the organization's strategic narrative.
  • Strategically coordinate salons, panels, and speaking opportunities to build a cohesive executive reputation and thought leadership platform.
  • Cultivate and manage relationships with key journalists and media outlets to enhance executive visibility.
  • Serve as a strategic liaison between Executive Leadership, Public Affairs, Business Units, and Brand teams to maximize the impact of high-value communications opportunities.

What You Will Bring
  • Minimum of 10 years of experience in thought leadership communications and marketing or related fields.
  • Demonstrated experience supporting executive-level stakeholders (CEO, Board) in building brand, reputation, and positioning strategies.
  • Proven strategic thinker with strong execution skills; able to operate at the intersection of vision and delivery.
  • Exceptional writing and public speaking skills, with the ability to craft compelling narratives tailored to executive audiences and deliver them with clarity and impact.
  • Experience developing and executing strategic plans across multi-channel platforms including social media, live events, donor engagements, and conferences.
  • Self-starter with a collaborative, coachable, and humble approach; thrives in iterative, fast-paced environments.
  • Strong networking capabilities, particularly at the executive and media levels.
  • Familiarity with impact-driven and culture-focused campaigns is a plus.
  • Willingness and ability to work in-person as needed to support executive engagements and team collaboration.
  • Enthusiasm to contribute to Stand Together's vision and principled approach to solving problems, and a commitment to stewarding our culture, which champions values including transformation and innovation, entrepreneurialism, humility, and respect.

What We Offer
  • Competitive benefits: Enjoy a 6% 401(k) match with immediate vesting, flexible time off, comprehensive health and dental plans, plus wellness and mental health support through Peloton and Talkspace.
  • A meaningful career: Join a passionate community of over 1,300 employees dedicated to improving lives and driving innovative solutions to complex social challenges.
  • Commitment to growth: Thrive in a non-hierarchical environment that empowers employees to discover, develop and apply their unique talents.
  • Competitive compensation: Our approach rewards the value you create through competitive salaries and bonus opportunities, allowing you to share in the success you help drive.

Our Values: Working for an organization within the Stand Together philanthropic community is different from many other places. The culture is deeply rooted in Principle Based Management® (PBM®), a framework guided by the principles that drive human progress, such as dignity, openness, and bottom-up empowerment. PBM® empowers employees to be entrepreneurial, to innovate, and to continually drive transformation.
We believe diversity fuels creativity, broadens knowledge, and helps drive success. That is why we're proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and strive to treat all employees and applicants with honesty, dignity, and respect.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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