Responsibilities

• Lead the development of integrated communications strategies that enable strategic business outcomes, setting vision and guiding multi-level teams while adapting plans to align with enterprise priorities.
• Translate enterprise and business strategies into clear, compelling messaging and content, personally crafting narratives for complex topics and executive audiences.
• Ensure consistency and alignment of messaging with Vanguard’s positioning, voice, and key themes across channels and platforms.
• Protect and advance Vanguard’s reputation by anticipating risks, balancing risk and reward, and proactively delivering strategic, business‑critical communications.
• Drive execution across all phases of communications strategies—from conception and implementation through measurement and optimization.
• Partner closely with senior leaders (MD, MD‑1) to provide counsel, influence decisions, and support high‑stakes initiatives.
• Serve as an authority on industry best practices and emerging communications trends, introducing innovative tactics that elevate impact while aligning with internal brand and culture.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key influencers, executives, journalists across top‑tier and trade outlets, and agency partners to shape narratives and secure impactful coverage.
• Mentor and develop junior and mid‑level team members, strengthening team capability and advancing the evolution of Corporate Communications.
• Lead the development and oversight of measurement frameworks tied to goals and KPIs, partnering with Centers of Excellence and analytics teams to enhance transparency and results.

Requirements

• Minimum of eight years of related work experience, with at least five years of experience in Communications and/or Public Relations preferred.
• Proven track record of leadership, influence, and enterprise‑level impact, including advising senior stakeholders.
• Undergraduate degree or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Preferred

• Strong executive presence with the ability to counsel, influence, and operate effectively in complex, high‑visibility environments.
• Exceptional writing, storytelling, and messaging skills across a range of audiences and platforms.
• Sound judgment and comfort balancing risk, reputation, and business priorities.
• Experience mentoring others and leading through influence rather than authority.
• Demonstrated ability to measure communications effectiveness and use insights to drive continuous improvement.