Senior Director, Communications Strategy (Executive) - Global Tech & Product
About The Position
Walmart is a people-led, tech-powered company seeking an exceptional writer and strategist to tell its story. This highly influential role will serve as the executive communications lead for two leaders: the Chief Technology & Development Officer, and the EVP of AI Acceleration, Product & Design. As Senior Director, Executive Communications and Strategy, you will be both a storyteller and strategic advisor, helping to define external and internal narratives that inspire and connect global tech and product strategies to the broader enterprise, and elevate Walmart’s reputation as one of the most innovative companies in the world. The Tech & Product Communications team at Walmart leads strategic storytelling and executive engagement to connect global technology and product initiatives with the broader enterprise. This team supports senior leaders by crafting clear, impactful narratives that enhance Walmart’s reputation as an innovative company. Members collaborate across functions to develop and implement communication strategies, manage media relations, and drive thought leadership. The team fosters a culture of continuous improvement, leveraging data and insights to optimize messaging and engagement. It plays a critical role in shaping internal and external communications that advance business goals and strengthen stakeholder relationships worldwide.
Requirements
- Are a trusted strategic advisor who can translate complex business and tech topics into stories people want to read and share.
- Are a storyteller and strategist in one—equally comfortable writing, coaching, planning, and influencing.
- Have experience in tech communications or product storytelling—in-house or agency—with a background writing for senior executives.
- Can build relationships across functions and influence without authority, bringing teams together around a shared story.
- Thrive in fast-paced environments, balance multiple priorities, and stay calm under pressure.
- Believe that how we work is just as important as what we deliver—and lead with empathy, clarity, and collaboration.
- Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Political Science, or related field and 6 years’ experience in journalism, communications, or relevant area OR 8 years’ experience in journalism, communications, or relevant area.
- 2 years’ supervisory experience.
Nice To Haves
- Direct media experience.
- Government or media relations experience in a Fortune 500 company.
- Managerial experience running media components of political election or grassroots advocacy campaigns.
Responsibilities
- Lead executive communications strategy for Walmart’s Global Tech and Product leadership—crafting speeches, presentations, messaging, and social content that bring Walmart’s vision for technology, AI, and product innovation to life.
- Serve as a strategic counselor to senior executives, helping them define their voice, shape priorities, and communicate with purpose and authenticity.
- Translate complex technical concepts into clear, compelling stories that connect with associates, partners, and global audiences.
- Lead and develop a content team focused on strategic tech/product communications, executive content, and special initiatives.
- Develop event and visibility strategies that amplify key leaders on global stages—defining messages and formats that resonate with internal and external audiences.
Benefits
- Performance-based bonus awards
- Medical coverage
- Vision coverage
- Dental coverage
- 401(k)
- Stock purchase
- Company-paid life insurance
- PTO (including sick leave)
- Parental leave
- Family care leave
- Bereavement
- Jury duty
- Voting leave
- Short-term disability
- Long-term disability
- Company discounts
- Military Leave Pay
- Adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement
- PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes.
- Live Better U (Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Executive
