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This is an opportunity to join HPE’s world-class Global Communications team. With scores of communicators across the globe, we advocate for HPE’s corporate strategy, business innovation, and thought leadership. We’re looking for a versatile executive communications manager, with the skill to oversee complex initiatives for one of our corporate functions, counsel senior executives and their teams, as well as implement high-powered executive communications and team member engagement strategies. We are seeking an experienced, creative, and dynamic Executive Communications Manager to join our corporate communications organization. In this role, you will drive strategic and impactful executive communications for the General Manager of HPE Operations. The successful candidate for this role will be entrusted with driving an integrated communications strategy and supporting the communications needs of our General Manager of Operations, HPE’s supply chain, logistics, and service delivery arm, as he engages with external audiences, customers, team members, and other key stakeholders in various geographies. They will lead implementation of communication strategies to advance key priorities for the company and HPE Operations.
Job Responsibility:
Develop and implement a robust executive communications strategy that aligns with the HPE Operations organization's goals and objectives
Collaborate with senior leaders to create clear, consistent, and compelling messages that resonate with internal and external stakeholders
Ensure all executive communications reflect the organization's vision, mission, and values
Creatively plan for agenda-setting events such as the organization’s Operations Partner Summit across a matrix of partners
Lead in developing content for the GM for speaking engagements and presentations
Produce engaging content for various channels, including the GM’s social media and external publications
Craft high-quality speeches, presentations, talking points, and other communication materials for executive leaders
Manage the creation and dissemination of executive communications, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and timeliness
Serve as a trusted advisor to executive leaders on communication best practices and strategies
Foster strong relationships with key stakeholders across HPE Operations, Global Marketing & Communications, and other HPE organizations to ensure alignment and support for communication initiatives
Facilitate effective two-way communication between executive leaders and team members, promoting transparency and engagement
Collaborate with Global Marketing & Communications colleagues to manage media relations and public appearances for executive leaders
Assist in preparing executives for media interviews, press conferences, and other public engagements
Establish metrics to measure the effectiveness of executive communications initiatives
Provide regular reports and insights to executive leaders on communication effectiveness and areas for improvement
Continuously refine communication strategies based on feedback and performance data
Requirements:
BA or BS in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, Business, or related field
10+ years of experience in communications, journalism, marketing, strategy or related roles
Prior corporate work experience or large agency experience is highly preferred
Recent experience managing executive communication initiatives – including social media – in support of top executive leadership and/or the c-suite, with a global technology leader, is highly preferred
Strong proficiency in MS Office, PowerPoint, and SharePoint, as well as experience with Slack, MS Teams, and other team member engagement platforms
Ability to be based in the greater Houston, Texas area
Nice to have:
A creative thinker with an instinct to self-initiate action in ambiguous situations
Adaptive, flexible mindset to pivot to meet evolving business and Global Marketing & Communications needs
Aptitude for mature executive presence, displaying comfort and confidence in providing communications counsel to all executive levels
Superior writing skills, requiring little editing
Diplomacy, listening skills, and a consultative mindset that builds trust and influence
Project management skills with an ease of execution to see an initiative through from start to finish
Collaborative orientation and ability to navigate a matrixed organization
Ability to contribute to strategic communication plans and programs in a collaborative, effective way
Advanced knowledge of team member communications methodologies, strategies, tools, and vehicles
Interest in adding to an executive communications center of excellence with ideas and best practices
Familiarity with developing methodologies to measure results tracking business communication objectives
A willingness to lead on both major and minor points of implementation
An interest in developing within a high-performing team