director, corporate communications and media relations (US-Hybrid...
Starbucks - Seattle, Washington, us, 98127![Starbucks](/api/image?src=https%3A%2F%2Fgeneral-board-default.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdesk-360x180.webp&w=640&q=75&f=webp)
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feature storytelling for the company’s business and corporate reputation with top-tier media relationships.corporate reputation campaigns designed with fully integrated comms strategies (earned, owned, social, and paid).
Create strategy and oversight for the company’s external and proactive news agenda in coordination with partners across the team.Build and equip spokespeople with briefing materials and media training.Grow the team’s capability in media relations, developing partners through our mission and values.Advance our company culture through listening, inclusion, transparency, empathy, and actionHow That Comes to LifeListening and engaging with speed and curiosity to define clear goals and outcomes.Crafting proactive narratives to articulate financial and corporate strategies, and preparing reactive situations with key stakeholders.Daily engagement for effective top-tier media relations and earned media coverage.Empowering and encouraging a small, but impactful team of partners to help build and effectively execute communications plans in service of our corporate communications campaigns.Forming strong, collaborative relationships with key leaders and support partners across the company to inform, develop, and implement communications strategies that support our top external communications priorities.Demonstrating in-depth knowledge of media and investor landscape as it relates to the brand and competitor set.Apply forward thinking and research skills to shape communications that are most relevant for key stakeholder groups.Embodying Starbucks values and ensuring they're reflected in all of our communicationsWhat You’ll Need:A passion for servant leadership.Proven top-tier media relations skills.Critical thinking capabilities to navigate proactive and reactive issues.A natural disposition to work with urgency in a fast-paced environment in which every day is unlike the last.Schedule flexibility and availability for critical after-hours assignments, notably inbound media inquiries.Proven ability to establish trusted relationships at all levels of the organizationStellar written and verbal communication skills – particularly the ability to decode corporate speak and write clear and persuasive “human” content that engages a wide range of stakeholders. (Please submit various writing samples with your application.)Desire to take initiative in leading projects and presenting new perspectives.A solid grasp of narrative, awareness of audiences, exceptional attention to detail, and a forward-thinking team player who works collaboratively.Demonstrated people management experience.Summary of ExperienceCorporate communications leadership, preferably seasoned in external communications at a multi-unit retailer and/or an agency (10+ years)Developing, leading, and managing teams (5+ years)Demonstrated ability to apply general business knowledge and experience in a complex, fast-paced global environmentDemonstrated ability to develop and lead the execution of effective communication programs (internal and external) across the enterpriseEffective budget and strong presentation skillsAbility to interact effectively and confidently with senior management and all levels of the organizationAbility to collaborate effectively with colleagues, agencies, and partners across the organizationAbility to work in a team and influence othersAs a Starbucks partner, you (and your family) will have access to medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, and other voluntary insurance benefits. Partners have access to short-term and long-term disability, paid parental leave, family expansion reimbursement, paid vacation from date of hire*, sick time (accrued at 1 hour for every 25 hours worked), eight paid holidays, and two personal days per year. Starbucks also offers eligible partners participation in a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, a discounted company stock program (S.I.P.), Starbucks equity program (Bean Stock), incentivized emergency savings, and financial well-being tools.Additionally, Starbucks offers 100% upfront tuition coverage for a first-time bachelor’s degree through Arizona State University’s online program via the Starbucks College Achievement Plan, student loan management resources, and access to other educational opportunities.You will also have access to backup care and DACA reimbursement.Starbucks will comply with any applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits, including, but not limited to providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act, and in accordance with its plans and policies. This list is subject to change depending on collective bargaining in locations where partners have a certified bargaining representative. For additional information regarding partner perks and more detailed information about benefits, go to starbucksbenefits.com.*If you are working in CA, CO, IL, LA, ME, MA, NE, ND or RI, you will accrue vacation up to a maximum of 120 hours (190 in CA) for roles below director and 200 hours (316 in CA) for roles at director or above.For roles in other states, you will be granted vacation time starting at 120 hours annually for roles below director and 200 hours annually for roles director and above.The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge/skills, experience, geographical location, and internal equity.
At Starbucks, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at the high end of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.If you live in the greater Seattle area, we offer a flexible workplace that allows for hybrid work. Partners can work remotely up to two days per week.Join us and inspire with every cup. Apply today!All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, gender identity and expression, genetic information, or any other factor protected by law.
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