Senior Communications Strategist

Location: Hybrid (2 days/week onsite in Fridley) Duration: 2 years Pay: Competitive (no budget info shared by client) Senior Communications Strategist (Contract) We are seeking an experienced communications leader to drive high-impact initiatives that strengthen brand reputation, support key business priorities, and engage internal and external audiences. This role is ideal for a strategic communicator who combines strong business acumen with exceptional writing and editorial skills, and who can confidently partner with senior leaders across a complex organization. The Senior Communications Strategist will develop and execute integrated communications plans, shape clear and compelling messaging, and support a range of high‑visibility initiatives across corporate, executive, healthcare, and consumer communications. This individual will serve as a trusted advisor, helping translate complex information into audience-focused content that informs, inspires, and drives alignment. Key Responsibilities Develop and execute strategic communications plans aligned with business priorities and organizational goals Create messaging frameworks, executive presentations, talking points, FAQs, and stakeholder communications Support executive communications, internal communications, media relations, thought leadership, and change management efforts Partner cross-functionally with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure consistent, effective messaging Write and edit a broad range of materials, including press releases, presentations, digital content, internal announcements, and leadership communications Contribute to communications strategies that enhance visibility across traditional, digital, and AI-driven search environments using SEO, AEO, and GEO best practices Monitor communications effectiveness and recommend opportunities for optimization and continuous improvement Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing, or a related field 10–15+ years of progressive communications experience Strong expertise in corporate communications, public relations, executive communications, and reputation management Experience working in healthcare, medical technology, pharmaceuticals, or another highly regulated environment Demonstrated ability to manage complex communications initiatives in a fast-paced, matrixed organization Exceptional writing, editing, storytelling, and presentation development skills Experience supporting organizational change, business transformation, or high-profile strategic initiatives is highly valued #J-18808-Ljbffr