Senior Communications Specialist

DP World•Charlotte, NC

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

DP World is seeking a content-focused communications professional to join its External Communications team. Reporting to the Senior Director of Communications – Americas, this role develops and manages communications projects that strengthen DP World’s brand, reputation, and commercial presence across the Americas. The position requires translating complex business topics into clear, engaging content for external audiences and channels, from concept through delivery. Content includes news releases, content marketing materials, executive communications, media materials, and thought leadership, alongside support for media relations requests. The role works with internal stakeholders and external vendors to create and deliver communications projects, support media relations in the U.S. and Canada, and maintain consistent brand and editorial standards. Success requires strong project management, writing and editorial judgment, attention to detail, collaboration, and the ability to deliver high-quality work in a fast-paced environment. Travel may be required up to 10% as needed. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.

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, including 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 demonstrated 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.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employment visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting media inquiries and media engagements is preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop engaging short- and long-form content across communications channels, including white papers, blog articles, reports, case studies, executive talking points and briefing materials, thought leadership articles, and news releases.
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 best practices to increase AI visibility and engagement.
Ensure messaging aligns 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 develop 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 development projects—including videos, infographics, reports, and webinars—from concept through delivery.
Establish project timelines, coordinate stakeholders, and manage review and approval processes to ensure accurate, timely completion.
Manage concurrent communications projects using tools such as Microsoft Planner and Monday.com.
Prioritize effectively and adapt to changing business needs in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Support day-to-day U.S. and Canada media relations, including drafting news releases, media pitches, Q&As, briefing materials, and other media-facing content.
Assist with media inquiries, coordinate interviews, and prepare executives and subject matter experts for media engagements.
Monitor media coverage and industry conversations for emerging 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 industry trends and issues so communications are timely, credible, and aligned with the external environment.
Represent DP World in accordance with its principles, values, culture, safety expectations, and Code of Conduct and Ethics policies.
Perform other related duties as assigned.