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We are looking for the candidate to:
• Advance and protect the image and reputation of Microsoft
• Tell stories that help people fall in love with Microsoft and the things we make
• Be accountable for communication across multiple product and service lines, employee communications and cross-Microsoft initiatives
• Participate in all-up strategy development and align the execution across multiple communication areas, teams and groups
• Be a trusted advisor to senior executives in Ireland who lead various business groups across the country and region
• Influence the strategy for external media engagements, expand our investment in amplified communications and a broader range of new influencers
• Continually raise the bar in quality storytelling by using data and insights, featuring local customers, and experimenting with visual storytelling, podcasts, and new channels
• Be responsive, adaptable, and a life-long learner
Responsibilities
Respsonsible for the Direct Reports of the Subsidiary Communications Manager and the Employee Communications Manager
Corporate Responsibility:
Develop the strategy and execute communication plans that enhance and protect Microsoft’s reputation in Ireland using an optimal mix of engagement vehicles. Make strategy recommendations based on business interdependencies and execute the plan based on an understanding of the overall strategy, risks, competitive environment, and need for global alignment. The results are based on predetermined insights and measurements and positive customer & societal impact outcomes. The plans identify key influentials for outreach, set and meet both positive press & influencer goals and other success metrics. Drive the requirement and selection process for agencies and day-to-day project management for agency work.
Employee Responsibility:
Work with the Employee Communications Manager on developing the strategy and executing plans for employee communications using an optimal mix of internal communication vehicles. Make strategy recommendations based on business interdependencies and execute the plan based on an understanding of the overall strategy, risks, and need for local, regional and global alignment. The results are based on predetermined insights and measurements and positive employee outcomes.
Owned Channel:
Working with the Communications & Marketing teams help to develop the strategy and lead the communication plans for owned channels using an optimal mix of engagement vehicles. Make strategy recommendations based on business interdependencies and execute the plan based on an understanding of the overall strategy, risks, and need for global alignment. The results are based on predetermined insights and measurements and positive online engagement outcomes.
Product Responsibility:
Work with the Subsidiary Communications Manager on developing the strategy and executing communication plans for product & service line(s) using an optimal mix of engagement vehicles. Make strategy recommendations based on business interdependencies and execute the plan based on an understanding of the overall strategy, risks, competitive environment, and need for global alignment. The results are based on predetermined insights and measurements, positive press & influencer outcomes and other success metrics. Drive the requirement and selection process for agencies and day-to-day project management for agency work.
Qualifications
Experiences Required: Education, Key Experiences, Skills and Knowledge:
› At least 15 years as a strong communicator with experience across multiple Comms functions: agency, in house, employee, crisis, web, social, integrated marketing, etc.
› A seasoned Communications Leader with expertise in multiple discipline areas
› Awareness of and experience dealing with government and public affairs issues
› Experience in engaging with senior business executives
› May be asked to act as an external spokesperson
› Business background and marketing experience
› Bachelor’s degree (B.S. or B.A.) required with preferred emphasis in journalism, public relations, marketing, or communications
› Knowledge of Microsoft products and the technology industry is strongly preferred
› Current knowledge of digital communications techniques and social media engagement is preferred
Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.
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