Public Relations & Executive Voice Specialist - (Herndon, VA)

Position Description & Qualifications

Serco North America is seeking a high-potential Public Relations & Executive Voice Specialist to help shape how we tell our story with credibility, clarity, and purpose.

This role partners closely with the VP of Marketing & Communications to strengthen Serco’s reputation through media engagement, compelling storytelling, and authentic executive voice. You will identify, shape, coordinate, and communicate Serco stories for earned media, executing across media relations, executive communications, and thought leadership while learning how to operate as a trusted advisor.

This will be a hyrbid work schedule out of our Herndon, VA office

In this role you will:

Media Relations & Speaker Preparation

• Support development of media engagement strategies

• Prepare executives for media interviews, speaking engagements, and panels with clear, fact-based materials

• Draft and shepherd press releases, media briefs, Q&A documents, and messaging that reflect both leadership voice and organizational priorities

• Build and maintain relationships with journalists

Awards & Recognition

• Identify and manage submissions for industry awards and recognition programs

• Develop nominations that clearly tell the story of impact, outcomes, and organizational value

• Ensure submissions reflect strong strategic thinking, measurable results, and ethical communication standards

Story Development & Storytelling

• Identify and develop stories that highlight real mission impact, innovation, and people across the enterprise

• Create press materials, pitches, and content

• Align stories to business priorities, and adapt to target audiences

Executive Voice & Thought Leadership

• Support development of authentic executive voice across channels (LinkedIn, speeches, media, internal communications)

• Draft and edit content that reflects each leader’s voice while maintaining consistency with company messaging

• Help leaders communicate clearly, transparently, and credibly with key audiences

• Contribute to enterprise thought leadership that strengthens Serco’s reputation and market position

What This Role Offers

• Direct exposure to senior leadership and enterprise strategy

• Real-world experience in media relations, executive communications, and thought leadership

• Opportunity to build a foundation for a long-term career in strategic communications

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• U.S Citizenship required

• A Bachelors Degree

• Minimum 5 years of experience in public relations, communications, media, and/or journalism

• Experience in media relations, storytelling, or executive communications

• Exceptional writing and editing skills with an emphasis on clarity, accuracy, and narrative strength

• Strong understanding of the media landscape and what makes a story relevant

• Ability to translate complex ideas into simple, engaging, and truthful communications

• Strong relationship-building skills across media, leadership, and internal stakeholders

• High level of professionalism, judgment, and attention to detail

• Experience applying style guidelines

• Ability to travel up to 10%

Additional desired experience and skills:

• Exposure to corporate or government contracting environments preferred

Company Overview

Serco Inc. (Serco) is the Americas division of Serco Group, plc. In North America, Serco’s 9,000+ employees strive to make an impact every day across 100+ sites in the areas of Defense, Citizen Services, and Transportation. We help our clients deliver vital services more efficiently while increasing the satisfaction of their end customers. Serco serves every branch of the U.S. military, numerous U.S. Federal civilian agencies, the Intelligence Community, the Canadian government, state, provincial and local governments, and commercial clients. While your place may look a little different depending on your role, we know you will find yours here. Wherever you work and whatever you do, we invite you to discover your place in our world. Serco is a place you can count on and where you can make an impact because every contribution matters.

To review Serco benefits please visit: . If you require an accommodation with the application process please email: View email address on click.appcast.io or call the HR Service Desk at View phone number on click.appcast.io, option 1. Please note, due to EEOC/OFCCP compliance, Serco is unable to accept resumes by email.

Candidates may be asked to present proof of identify during the selection process. If requested, this will require presentation of a government-issued I.D. (with photo) with name and address that match the information entered on the application. Serco will not take possession of or retain/store the information provided as proof of identity. For more information on how Serco uses your information, please see our Applicant Privacy Policy and Notice.

Serco does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies without being a contracted approved vendor. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Serco and will not be obligated to pay a placement or contract fee. If you are interested in becoming an approved vendor at Serco, please email View email address on click.appcast.io .

Serco is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Pay Transparency

Our Total Rewards package includes competitive pay, performance-based incentives, and benefits that promote well-being and work-life balance—so you can thrive both professionally and personally. Eligible employees also gain access to a wide range of benefits from comprehensive health coverage and health savings accounts to retirement plans, life and disability insurance, and time-off programs that support work-life balance. Program availability may vary based on factors such as contract type, location, hire date, and applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Salary range: The range for this position can be found at the top of this posting. This range is provided as a general guideline and represents a good faith estimate across all experience levels. Actual base salary will be determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the scope of the role, relevant experience, job-related knowledge, education and training, key skills, and geographic market considerations. For roles available in multiple states, the range may vary to reflect differences in local labor markets. In addition to base salary, eligible positions may include other forms of compensation such as annual bonuses or long-term incentive opportunities. Benefits – Comprehensible benefits for full-time employees (part-time employees receive a limited package tailored to their role):

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Robust vacation and sick leave benefits, and flexible work arrangements where permitted by role or contract

• 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds

• Tuition reimbursement program

• Life insurance and disability coverage

• Optional coverages that can be purchased, including pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection

• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits

• Employee Assistance Plan

To review all Serco benefits please visit: .

Serco complies with all applicable state and local leave laws, including providing time off under the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act for eligible Colorado residents, in alignment with our policies and benefit plans. The application window for this position is for no more than 60 days. We encourage candidates to apply promptly after the posting date, as the position may close earlier if filled or if the application volume exceeds expectations. Please submit applications exclusively through Serco’s external (or internal) career site. If an applicant has any concerns with job posting compliance, please send an email to: View email address on click.appcast.io .