Job Description

Why consider the Executive Communication Lead role at Microsoft?

Do you love inspiring others with compelling messages which convey how Microsoft is moving the world forward? Do you enjoy developing story-based narratives which convey strong values and a unique point of view? Can you develop and execute a plan to land compelling messages across a broad array of outlets to reach and influence diverse audiences including executives? Are you willing to experiment with new mediums like visual storytelling, podcasts and other innovative channels to share ideas in exciting and compelling ways? Are you ready to make a big impact by using data and insights to share interesting localized customer stories on a global stage? If you've answered yes to these questions and are adaptable, responsive, and consider yourself a continual learner, we'd love to hear from you.

The Impact You'll Be Making

Communications Planning & Management. Develop a strategic communication plan, implement processes and drive logistics ensuring forward momentum in landing key communications and engagements for VP with intended audiences. This includes Storytelling & Messaging for both Earned and Owned Media, Change Management Communications and Digital Communications Partnership & Collaboration.

* Communications Development. Develop and/or edit all internal and external written content to be shared broadly through defined communication channels ensuring style is aligned with style/tone of VP.

Executive branding. Develop a consistent executive branding and presence across audiences, channels and form factors including social media.

Experiences Required: Education, Key Experiences, Skills and Knowledge:

* 5+ years of proven leadership in developing a corporate image strategy as well as corporate communications experience
* Experience managing media relations
* Bachelor's degree (B.S. or B.A.) required. Emphasis in journalism, public relations, marketing, or communications preferred.
* Strong project management and communication skills
* Business background and marketing experience
* Knowledge of Microsoft products and the technology industry is strongly preferred
* Current knowledge of digital communications techniques and social media engagement is preferred

Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request via the Accommodation request form.

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