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Executive Communications Manager

Senior communications role crafting executive messaging, speeches, and internal change narratives while building a new communications function at a fast-growing AI company.

The role

This position sits within the leadership team at a fast-growing AI company and acts as a strategic partner to senior executives. The person shapes how leaders speak internally and externally, with the goal of building the communications function from scratch.

What you would do

  • Draft high-stakes executive content such as stage remarks, leadership notes, and board materials that convey vision and strategy
  • Own all-hands presentations and internal Slack updates during a period of rapid company expansion
  • Establish a distinct, authentic voice for executives and other company leaders across audiences
  • Translate complicated AI topics and business strategy into clear stories for internal and public audiences
  • Work with departments to run change management communications that turn organizational updates into concise, engaging messages

What they asked for

  • At least seven years in executive communications, ideally at a high-growth tech firm or a strong agency
  • Track record supporting senior executives and guiding complex change initiatives
  • Excellent writing, editing, and storytelling, with range across executive tones
  • Solid grasp of communication conventions and comfort deliberately departing from them when useful
  • Strong attention to detail and speed in a fast-moving setting
  • Confidence working directly with senior leaders, handling pushback constructively, and presenting to varied audiences
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