Director of Corporate Communications

Job Description

Big Voice. Bigger Impact. A Seat at the Table.

Some communications roles are about delivering the message. This one is about helping shape it.

Tusker Search is partnering with an established, highly respected organization to find a Director of Corporate Communications who knows how to turn business strategy into a compelling story, build trust with diverse audiences, and serve as a valued voice in the room where important decisions are made.

This isn't a role for someone who simply wants to manage communications. We're looking for a strategic thinker, a trusted advisor, a strong storyteller, and a leader who can see the big picture without losing sight of the details.

If you've been looking for an opportunity to make your mark at the executive level, this one deserves a conversation.

The Opportunity

You'll have the opportunity to lead and influence how an established organization communicates, both internally and externally.

From advising senior executives and navigating high-stakes situations to strengthening brand identity and creating meaningful connections with employees, you'll play an important role in shaping how the organization is understood, experienced, and represented.

This position brings together corporate communications, public relations, executive messaging, brand strategy, and marketing leadership. It's a unique blend of strategic influence and hands-on execution, with the visibility to make a meaningful impact.

What You'll Own

Be a strategic voice.

Partner closely with executive leadership to shape communications strategy, navigate complex business decisions, and ensure the right messages reach the right audiences at the right time.

Tell stories that matter.

Build and elevate the organization's narrative through thoughtful messaging, media engagement, executive communications, and creative storytelling that brings its people, purpose, and priorities to life.

Keep people connected.

Lead internal communications that create clarity, strengthen engagement, and help employees understand not just what's happening across the organization, but why it matters.

Protect and elevate the brand.

Own the bigger picture when it comes to reputation, brand positioning, and external visibility. You'll help identify opportunities to strengthen the organization's presence while navigating sensitive issues with confidence and sound judgment.

Lead when the stakes are high.

Serve as a steady, trusted communications partner during periods of change, challenging situations, and unexpected events. You'll help leaders communicate with clarity, consistency, and credibility when it matters most.

Bring marketing and communications together.

Guide marketing initiatives, creative campaigns, and brand strategy to ensure a consistent and compelling message across audiences and channels. You'll also oversee external partners, resources, and budgets.

Build a team that delivers.

Lead, coach, and develop talented professionals while creating strong partnerships across the business. You'll establish priorities, encourage fresh thinking, and use meaningful results to guide decisions.

What You'll Bring

We're looking for someone who brings both the strategic perspective and the practical experience to make things happen.

Ideally, you'll have:

• 12+ years of progressive experience in corporate communications, public relations, or a closely related field.
• At least 5 years of leadership experience, including developing and guiding teams.
• A track record of advising senior executives and influencing communications at the organizational level.
• Strong experience in media relations, reputation management, executive communications, and crisis response.
• Exposure to brand strategy, marketing campaigns, and external agency management.
• Exceptional writing, storytelling, and presentation skills, with the ability to make complex topics clear and engaging.
• The judgment, discretion, and executive presence to navigate sensitive conversations and competing priorities.
• A bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, journalism, marketing, or a related discipline.
• Experience working within a complex, highly structured, or regulated organization is a plus.

And just as importantly? You know how to build relationships, earn trust, and bring people along with you. You're comfortable thinking strategically one minute and rolling up your sleeves the next.

Why This Role?

Because the best communications leaders want more than a title.

They want the opportunity to influence decisions, challenge thinking, elevate a brand, and help move an organization forward.

This role offers the chance to work closely with senior leadership, take ownership of a broad and meaningful function, and make an impact that extends well beyond the communications team.

The right next move isn't always about doing something different. Sometimes it's about having a bigger opportunity to do what you do best.

Let's Talk.

At Tusker Search, we know that great opportunities aren't always on someone's radar. And the best candidates aren't always actively looking.

If this sounds like the kind of challenge that would get you excited about what's next, we'd love to connect.

Your next big move might start with a conversation.

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