Director, Executive Communications

GEICO • Bethesda, MD

5d • $140,425 - $229,600

About The Position

GEICO is seeking an experienced communications leader to support its Corporate Communications organization and develop and execute strategic internal communications that engage, inform, and inspire associates. This highly visible role works with the Senior Director of Internal Communications, the corporate communications team, and senior leaders to establish an executive narrative framework and engagement plan. The Director supports internal meetings, organizational announcements, internal engagements, external events, and other high-profile communications opportunities, while helping leaders develop distinct voices for their audiences. The role focuses primarily on internal communications and also includes creating social media content to increase executive visibility and preparing executives for external events and interviews as needed. The Director leads and develops a high-performing executive communications team.

Requirements

• Minimum of 10 years of relevant corporate communications experience.
• Strong executive communications experience at large companies, with a focus on internal audiences.
• Exceptional verbal, written, and visual communication skills, with the ability to present ideas formally and informally.
• Versatile writing skills, strong business acumen, and the ability to capture the distinct voice of a variety of leaders.
• Ability to balance strategic communications planning with day-to-day execution.
• Experience working with C-suite executives, boards, and other high-profile leaders.
• Ability to work quickly, manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, and maintain precision, attention to detail, and organization.
• Ability to influence business partners and provide recommendations that drive decision-making and execution.
• Strong PowerPoint skills and ability to develop executive-level presentations.
• Highly motivated, collaborative team player.
• Bachelor’s degree.

Nice To Haves

• External communications experience.

Responsibilities

• Create and execute a comprehensive executive narrative framework and engagement plan for members of GEICO’s executive leadership team.
• Develop and execute strategic executive communications strategies that reinforce company priorities and progress in support of key initiatives.
• Work with Corporate Communications leaders and teams to provide executive communications support aligned with major business initiatives and events, including company announcements and new initiative or policy rollouts.
• Build relationships with senior management team members and their direct reports to understand business priorities and identify opportunities to advance initiatives through executive communications.
• Write social media content and prepare executives for external events and interviews to increase their visibility and advance GEICO’s corporate narrative.
• Develop presentations, announcements, talking points, intranet content, and other materials on behalf of senior leaders.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders on agendas and content for leadership meetings, including companywide or department-level Town Halls.
• Measure, evaluate, and modify communications plans and tactics to improve impact and effectiveness.
• Lead and develop a high-performing executive communications team.

Benefits

• Personalized development programs, mentorship, and certification assistance.
• Competitive pay, benefits, and flexibility to support well-being and the future.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director