Director – External Communications
| Company | Webster Bank |
|---|---|
| Location | Stamford, CT, USA, Waterbury, CT, USA |
| Salary | $125000 – $135000 |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | Bachelor’s |
| Experience Level | Senior, Expert or higher |
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Advanced degree – Associates, Bachelors, Masters, etc. in journalism, public relations or related field is preferred or equivalent work experience
- 7+ Experience in working in communications
- Ability to be self-motivating, strong attention to detail, prioritization of tasks, time management and crisis planning
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities
- Demonstrated leadership and experience in comprehensive strategic communications and media relations
- Strong relationship building skills to foster support in a hybrid working environment
- Technical skills should include Microsoft suite, especially PowerPoint and Excel
- Exceptional written, oral, interpersonal and presentation skills and the ability to interface with senior management
- Be flexible for travel and off hours work related events
Responsibilities
- Manage the company’s media exposure through enhanced communication with all external channels including online, print, broadcast and social media
- Support the implementation of the integrated communications plan to advance and enhance brand image and reputation of company; broaden awareness of programs and priorities and increase visibility of its programs across key stakeholder audiences
- Manage media relations for Webster and its LOBs, and other segments, etc.
- Manage relationships with internal stakeholders to support major external/internal-facing initiatives
- Create and manage thought leadership efforts for company executives
- Act as a company spokesperson with the media, as appropriate
- Oversee the PR budget
- Manage external PR agencies activities as outside vendor to assist in company PR efforts
- Support the execution external brand building initiatives
- Supports writing and editing of all external communications including press releases, talking points, event scripting for executives
- Manage file management system to support Corp Comms team
- Manage documentation, status and progress of team projects including quarterly reporting
- Manage direct report(s) in communication function
Preferred Qualifications
- Advanced degree – Associates, Bachelors, Masters, etc. in journalism, public relations or related field is preferred or equivalent work experience