Responsibilities

• Develop and execute insight-driven, proactive communications strategies for senior executives aligned with PMI U.S. priorities, values, and risk environment
• Advise leaders on where to engage, when to engage, and when not to, ensuring presence is purposeful rather than performative
• Translate cultural, media, and stakeholder insights into clear recommendations for executive positioning and thought leadership
• Proactively identify new and emerging media, platforms, and formats (including nontraditional outlets) to advance PMI U.S’s visibility
• Build and maintain strong relationships with journalists, editors, producers, and platform leaders as a core capability—not a transactional one
• Draft and oversee high-impact op-eds, speeches, LinkedIn articles, news announcements and talking points that reflect each executive’s distinct voice and strategic agenda
• Partner with internal stakeholders and external agencies to ensure narrative discipline, quality, and consistency across channels
• Partner closely with the U.S. Press Office to pitch and place executive commentary in top-tier business, policy, and cultural outlets
• Own and manage strategic awards, speaker submissions, and recognition opportunities aligned to long-term reputation goals
• Lead executive social media strategy, particularly LinkedIn, with a focus on credibility, engagement, and relevance—not volume

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, Journalism, Public Affairs, or related field (Master’s preferred)
• 8+ years of experience in executive communications, public affairs, journalism, or strategic communications
• Proven ability to craft compelling narratives and coach senior leaders with confidence
• Strong media instincts and deep fluency in the U.S. media and policy landscape
• Experience managing executive digital presence, especially LinkedIn
• Legally authorized to work in the U.S.
• Fluent in English

Preferred

• Master’s preferred

Benefits

• We offer a competitive base salary, annual bonus (applicable based on level of position), great medical, dental and vision coverage, 401k with a generous company match, incredible wellness benefits, commuter benefits, pet insurance, generous PTO, and much more!
• We have implemented Smart Work, a hybrid model of working that promotes flexibility in the workplace.
• Seize the freedom to define your future and ours. We’ll empower you to take risks, experiment and explore.
• Be part of an inclusive, diverse culture where everyone’s contribution is respected; Collaborate with some of the world’s best people and feel like you belong.
• Pursue your ambitions and develop your skills with a global business – our staggering size and scale provides endless opportunities to progress.
• Take pride in delivering our promise to society: To improve the lives of millions of smokers.