Strategic Communications Leader

Lenexa, KS (On-site)

$95K/yr – $129K/yrSenior Level7+ years exp

Posted 3 months ago

Job Summary

Drive strategic communications for a national contractor by shaping internal and external messaging and leading a cross-functional team.

  • Own the development and execution of an integrated internal and external communications strategy.
  • Must-have: 7+ years in complex-organization communications with leadership experience.
  • Standout: Leadership of a cross-functional team and governance of brand standards.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Drive Strategic Communications
  • Develop and execute an integrated internal and external communications strategy aligned to business priorities
  • Advise senior leaders on messaging, positioning, and communication approach
  • Align messaging across teams, initiatives, and channels
  • Lead Internal Communications & Engagement
  • Oversee enterprise internal communications and channels (including intranet and digital platforms)
  • Create toolkits and resources that enable leaders to communicate effectively
  • Deliver clear, consistent messaging that reaches both field and office employees
  • Establish feedback loops to ensure two-way communication
  • Strengthen Brand & External Presence

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Communications, PR, Marketing, or related field
  • 7+ years of communications experience in a complex organization
  • 3+ years of leadership or cross-functional influence
  • Strong writing, storytelling, and executive communication skills
  • Ability to connect communication strategy to business outcomes
  • Experience managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Background in both internal and external communications
  • Familiarity with digital platforms, analytics, and emerging tools (including AI)

Preferred

  • A strategic thinker who connects business goals to communication
  • A trusted advisor who influences leaders with clarity and confidence
  • A strong operator who balances vision with execution
  • A collaborative leader who develops and elevates others
  • Digitally savvy and guided by data

Benefits

  • Competitive pay
  • Incentive bonus plan
  • Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with match
  • Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision insurance plans with flexible spending account option
  • Life insurance, AD&D, and disability benefits
  • Employee assistance program (EAP)
  • Flexible paid time off policy and paid holidays

Salaries

Posted range

$95K/yr – $129K/yr

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Strategic Communications Leader

Performance Contracting · Lenexa, KS · On-site