Communications & Marketing Strategist

McChrystal Group•Alexandria, VA

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About The Position

McChrystal Group is a leadership and management consulting firm that partners with executive teams to solve their most complex performance and coordination challenges. Founded in 2011 by General (Ret.) Stanley McChrystal, we help organizations operate with the speed, alignment, and cohesion required to succeed in dynamic environments. Our work is rooted in the Team of Teams® framework—a leadership system developed from General McChrystal’s transformation of the Joint Special Operations Command. We believe that enduring performance depends not just on strategy, but on how effectively leaders, teams, and systems work together under pressure. McChrystal Group consultants work on small, high-impact teams tackling challenges that matter. You’ll work shoulder to shoulder with senior executives, world-class advisors, and teammates who take pride in the quality, integrity, and purpose of their work. The pace is demanding, the problems are complex, and the impact is tangible. People join McChrystal Group because they want to grow as leaders and do work that makes a difference. The Opportunity The Communications & Marketing Strategist plays a critical supporting role in shaping how McChrystal Group shows up in the world. This is an ideal role for a strong writer and communicator who is ready to move beyond execution alone and contribute to strategy, storytelling, and brand-building in a meaningful way. You will work closely with the Communications Director and Marketing team on executive communications for General (Ret.) Stanley McChrystal, firmwide thought leadership, marketing campaigns, and day-to-day storytelling across platforms. The right person will not wait to be told what’s missing; they will see gaps, raise their hand, and help close them. This role is well-suited for someone who is energized by working with many different personalities, senior leaders, and collaborators—and who brings both humility and drive to their work.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, marketing, public relations, or a related field.
5+ years of professional experience in communications, journalism, PR, or marketing.
Exceptional writing and editing skills, with the ability to adapt tone and style across audiences and platforms.
Strong research, analytical, and organizational skills.
Experience supporting or executing digital marketing efforts, particularly on LinkedIn.
Working knowledge of content management systems, CRM tools, and analytics platforms.
Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and communicate progress clearly.
Ability and willingness to travel to support executive level speaking engagements as needed.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with design and content tools such as PowerPoint and Adobe Creative Cloud; basic video or film editing skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

Support the development of executive-level communications, including speeches, remarks, talking points, op-eds, articles, newsletters, and internal communications.
Conduct research on leadership, teamwork, geopolitics, current events, and organizational priorities to inform high-quality, credible content.
Draft, edit, and refine written materials to ensure clarity, consistency, and alignment with McChrystal Group’s voice and values.
Help prepare collateral materials that accompany communications efforts, including presentations, social posts, videos, and digital content.
Plan and execute marketing campaigns across social media and email for both internal and external audiences.
Assist with daily management of LinkedIn and other priority social channels, including drafting posts, scheduling content, and tracking engagement.
Monitor website and campaign performance using analytics tools and help translate data into clear insights and recommendations.
Support experimentation with new platforms, tools, and formats to extend the reach of McChrystal Group’s ideas and leaders.
Work cross-functionally with marketing, client teams, and senior leaders to ensure communications efforts are well-coordinated and effective.
Anticipate needs, identify communication gaps, and proactively propose solutions, whether that’s improving a process, strengthening a message, or spotting an opportunity others haven’t yet named.
Provide reliable follow-through on projects large and small, helping ensure high standards are met even under tight timelines.