Senior Communications Specialist

DP World•Charlotte, NC

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

DP World is seeking a Senior Specialist, Communications to join its External Communications team. Reporting to the Senior Director of Communications – Americas, this content-focused professional will develop and manage communications projects that strengthen DP World’s brand, reputation, and commercial presence across the Americas. The role creates high-quality content for external audiences and channels, translating complex business topics into clear, engaging communications from concept through delivery. It also supports media relations and requires strong project management, writing and editorial judgment, attention to detail, collaboration, and the ability to deliver in a fast-paced environment. The position develops news releases, content marketing materials, executive communications, media materials, thought leadership, and other short- and long-form content. It coordinates content and communications projects with internal teams and external vendors, manages timelines and approval processes, and supports media inquiries and engagements in the United States and Canada. The role also helps protect and strengthen DP World’s brand and reputation by applying brand standards, tracking relevant industry developments, and acting in accordance with the company’s principles, values, safety requirements, and Code of Conduct and Ethics policies. The role requires a bachelor’s degree in a relevant writing-intensive discipline and 3–5 years of experience in communications, journalism, public relations, content marketing, or a related field. Travel may be required up to 10% as needed. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future employment visa sponsorship.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Public Affairs, Communications, English, Government, History, Marketing, or another relevant writing-intensive discipline.
3–5 years of experience in communications, journalism, public relations, content marketing, or a related field, with demonstrated experience developing high-quality written content.
Exceptional writing, editing, proofreading, and fact-checking skills, with the ability to communicate complex topics clearly and compellingly.
Ability to adapt tone and voice for senior leaders and develop effective talking points, briefing materials, and thought leadership content.
Familiarity with SEO/GEO writing principles and best practices, AI-assisted content tools, digital publishing, and content amplification techniques.
Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects, stakeholders, deadlines, and approval processes concurrently.
Ability to understand business priorities and translate them into relevant, audience-focused communications.
Proven ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams, senior leaders, subject matter experts, and external partners.
Strong editorial judgment, intellectual curiosity, creativity, and attention to detail.
Ability to travel up to 10% as needed.
Legally authorized to work in the United States without employment visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with media relations fundamentals and experience developing media-facing materials.
Experience supporting media inquiries and engagements.

Responsibilities

Develop polished short- and long-form content for communications channels, including white papers, blog articles, reports, case studies, executive talking points and briefing materials, thought leadership articles, news releases, and other external communications.
Translate complex business, industry, and technical topics into clear narratives tailored to external audiences.
Collaborate on content marketing campaigns and social media amplification, applying SEO/GEO writing principles and practices to increase AI visibility and engagement.
Tailor messaging to target audiences while aligning it with DP World’s brand, voice, business priorities, and strategic objectives.
Partner with Commercial/Sales, Marketing, Government Relations, Graphic Design, other internal stakeholders, and external vendors to create content supporting reputation, sales, and growth objectives.
Edit and proofread communications materials for accuracy, consistency, clarity, and adherence to brand and editorial standards.
Manage in-house and vendor-supported content projects, including videos, infographics, reports, and webinars, from concept through delivery.
Establish project timelines, coordinate stakeholders, and manage reviews and approvals to deliver work accurately and on schedule.
Use project management tools such as Microsoft Planner and Monday.com to manage concurrent communications projects and support visibility, collaboration, and timely delivery.
Prioritize effectively and adapt to changing business needs in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Support day-to-day media relations in the United States and Canada by drafting news releases, media pitches, Q&As, briefing materials, and other media-facing content.
Assist with responding to media inquiries, coordinating interviews, and preparing executives and subject matter experts for media engagements.
Monitor media coverage and industry conversations to identify opportunities, trends, and potential reputational issues.
Collaborate with the communications team to identify stories and opportunities to strengthen DP World’s visibility in business, trade, and industry media.
Support initiatives that strengthen and protect DP World’s brand and reputation across external channels.
Apply DP World’s brand standards, messaging, and communications requirements consistently across content.
Maintain awareness of relevant industry trends and issues so communications remain timely, credible, and aligned with the external environment.
Represent DP World in accordance with its principles, values, and culture; apply safety requirements and follow its Code of Conduct and Ethics policies.
Perform other related duties as assigned.