Communications, Associate Director - job 3 of 3

At EY, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And we’re counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.The exceptional EY experience. It's yours to build.EY focuses on high-ethical standards and integrity among its employees and expects all candidates to demonstrate these qualities.Location: Chicago, Houston, San Antonio, Los Angeles, Sacramento, San Diego, Seattle, Salt Lake City, Milwaukee, Atlanta, Miami, Tampa, Jacksonville, Charlotte, Nashville, BostonWe are on the lookout for an exceptional Communications Leader to take on the role of Associate Director within our EY Americas Markets Communications team. This vital position involves spearheading the development and execution of comprehensive communication and engagement strategies, catering to both internal and external audiences for our enablement groups. The role demands a strategic mind, coupled with outstanding communication abilities, both in writing and speaking. The successful candidate will have a solid history of managing intricate communication projects effectively.We are seeking an individual with a background in stakeholder engagement, adept at creating compelling content, and versed in the nuances of digital communication platforms. Your expertise will be instrumental in fostering internal collaboration, amplifying our presence in the market, and advancing our business goals. This is an opportunity to lead our communications initiatives and create a lasting impact within our organization. If you're ready to make a difference, we invite you to join our team.Essential Functions of the Job:• Build relationships with key stakeholders to provide effective marketing support aligned with approved business goals and objectives.• Coordinate and optimize the use of resources such as creative and deployment services to ensure impactful and timely results.• Exhibit excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to deliver compelling presentations, coupled with attentive listening and interpretation abilities.• Showcase proven teamwork and leadership capabilities, with a track record of inspiring and guiding teams.• Articulate complex ideas clearly, anticipate potential objections, and influence others, while communicating the implications of decisions and presenting alternative solutions to project stakeholders.Analytical/Decision Making Responsibilities :• Develop a comprehensive communications strategy, including annual plans, calendars, timelines, and budgets to achieve strategic objectives.• Guide and influence leadership on the selection of appropriate communication channels, using metrics and data for decision-making.• Evaluate the effectiveness of communication plans regularly and make necessary adjustments.• Leads as the project manager for significant initiatives, demonstrating strong leadership skills.• Secures and manages essential resources required for successful execution of projects.• Directs the day-to-day communications function for key Markets pillars under their purview.Knowledge and Skills Requirements:• Leverages deep expertise in business-to-business communications, typically achieving objectives by collaborating with other professionals with minimal guidance.• Earns recognition for profound knowledge both within and outside their business unit, establishing themselves as a subject matter expert.• Demonstrate outstanding project management skills, ensuring efficient and effective completion of tasks.• Utilize proficiency in Microsoft 365, with knowledge of Creative Suite considered a bonus.• Innovate by exploring and implementing cutting-edge technology solutions to enhance communication goals.Supervision Responsibilities:The candidate will operate independently within the communications domain, with minimal oversight, focusing on delivering exceptional results. Work is evaluated based on the outcomes achieved rather than the process followed.Other Requirements:As the job involves preparing materials for various business groups, long hours may be required.Job Requirements:Education:A bachelor’s degree with a marketing or communications major or equivalent experience.Experience:Approximately 7+ years of communications, branding or marketing experience is required.Note:This job description is intended as a guide to reflect the principal functions of the job. However, it is not an all-inclusive listing of the required job functions and functions may vary depending on the particular geographic location of the job and/or the manager. Further, the job description is subject to change at the discretion of management.What we offerWe offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business. The base salary range for this job in all geographic locations in the US is $130,500 to $251,200. The salary range for New York City Metro Area, Washington State and California (excluding Sacramento) is $156,600 to $285,400. Individual salaries within those ranges are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills and geography. In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options. Join us in our team-led and leader-enabled hybrid model. Our expectation is for most people in external, client serving roles to work together in person 40-60% of the time over the course of an engagement, project or year. Under our flexible vacation policy, you’ll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances. You’ll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.• Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.• Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.• Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.• Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.EY accepts applications for this position on an on-going basis. If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.EY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets.Enabled by data and technology, diverse EY teams in over 150 countries provide trust through assurance and help clients grow, transform and operate.Working across assurance, consulting, law, strategy, tax and transactions, EY teams ask better questions to find new answers for the complex issues facing our world today.For those living in California, please click here for additional information.EY is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer providing equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected basis, including arrest and conviction records, in accordance with applicable law. EY is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities including veterans with disabilities. 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