Executive Communications Strategist

Houston, TX (On-site)

$116K/yr – $192K/yrSenior Level8+ years expFull time

Posted 7 days ago

Job Summary

Own the end-to-end executive communications program for HP’s EO leaders, shaping positioning, narrative development, briefing readiness, content creation, and visibility across internal and external channels.

  • Develop executive positioning strategies and thought leadership.
  • Translate complex initiatives into clear narratives and prepare executive briefings.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Executive Positioning & Thought Leadership - Serve as strategic communications advisor to EO leaders. - Develop and evolve executive positioning strategies aligned with business priorities and leadership objectives. - Build compelling thought leadership platforms and differentiated executive narratives. - Identify opportunities to increase visibility and influence across internal, external, industry, and digital channels. - Provide ongoing counsel on executive communications opportunities and reputation-building initiatives. Narrative Development & Strategic Storytelling - Translate complex business, operational, and transformation initiatives into clear and compelling narratives. - Create communications frameworks and messaging platforms that support long-term leadership positioning. - Ensure consistency across leadership messaging, themes, and storytelling. Briefings & Executive Readiness - Develop executive briefing materials for internal leadership engagements, customer meetings, industry events, speaking opportunities, and strategic discussions. - Conduct research and synthesize business trends, stakeholder insights, and audience needs. - Prepare leaders with key messages, anticipated questions, supporting content, and communication recommendations. - Partner with stakeholders to ensure leaders are informed, prepared, and positioned for success. Content Creation & Executive Communications - Draft high-quality content across multiple channels, including: - LinkedIn posts - Thought leadership articles - Employee communications - Executive messages - Keynote and speaking content - Presentation narratives - Create content that reflects each leader's voice while maintaining alignment with HP priorities and communications standards. Social & Internal Visibility - Manage executive visibility strategies across internal and external channels. - Build and maintain content calendars and communication plans for supported leaders. - Develop social media content that enhances executive presence and thought leadership. - Identify opportunities to showcase leadership, innovation, transformation, and organizational impact. Stakeholder Partnership - Collaborate closely with Executive Communications, Corporate Affairs, Internal Communications, business leaders, and subject matter experts. - Build strong relationships across EO and HP to develop authentic, business-relevant content. - Serve as a trusted partner capable of influencing without direct authority. - Support high-priority strategic communication initiatives as needed.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing, Business, or a related field.
  • 8+ years of experience in executive communications, corporate communications, public relations, journalism, content strategy, or a related field.
  • Proven experience supporting senior executives and leadership teams.
  • Exceptional writing, editing, storytelling, and content development skills.
  • Experience developing executive messaging, thought leadership, and strategic narratives.
  • Strong understanding of digital communications and executive social media strategy.
  • Ability to simplify complex business topics and create engaging content for diverse audiences.
  • Strong stakeholder management, collaboration, and influence skills.
  • Excellent judgment and ability to manage confidential and sensitive information.

Preferred

  • Experience supporting executive thought leadership and leadership visibility programs.
  • Experience partnering with Corporate Affairs, Executive Communications, Media Relations, or Analyst Relations teams.
  • Familiarity with enterprise operations, supply chain, digital transformation, sustainability, or technology-related topics.
  • Experience supporting executive speaking engagements and keynote development.
  • Understanding of communications measurement and audience engagement analytics.

Benefits

  • HP offers a comprehensive benefits package for this position, including: * Health insurance * Dental insurance * Vision insurance * Long term/short term disability insurance * Employee assistance program * Flexible spending account * Life insurance * Generous time off policies, including; * 4-12 weeks fully paid parental leave based on tenure * 11 paid holidays * Additional flexible paid vacation and sick leave (US benefits overview [https://hpbenefits.ce.alight.com/])
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Executive Communications Strategist

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