Senior Director, Corporate Social Responsibilit...

When you join VerizonYou want more out of a career. A place to share your ideas freely - even if they're daring or different. Where the true you can learn, grow, and thrive. At bolthires, we power and empower how people live, work and play by connecting them to what brings them joy. We do what we love - driving innovation, creativity, and impact in the world. Our V Team is a community of people who anticipate, lead, and believe that listening is where learning begins. In crisis and in celebration, we come together - lifting our communities and building trust in how we show up, everywhere & always.Want in? Join the V Team Life. bolthires's Communications team is looking for a senior leader with deep expertise in corporate social responsibility and public affairs to join its high-impact team. This role will oversee Legal and Responsible Business communications and lead a team focused on bolthires's commitment to drive economic, environmental, and social advancement. You will serve as the Communications Business Partner to the Chief Legal Officer and Chief Responsible Business Officer and play a critical role in maximizing the scale, impact, and voice of these leaders across internal and external communications.The ideal candidate will have effective writing and communication skills and the capacity to engage with diverse stakeholders in a fast-paced setting. While this is a senior position in the team, you will be required to take the pen, not just manage the work. Experience working in a global, matrixed organization, as well as experience in executive communications, is considered an asset. You should also exhibit a strong command of key industry and social issues impacting the technology landscape. More than anything, you must be a trusted, strategic counselor to senior leaders with the ability to drive influence.Responsibilities will include: Develop and execute a comprehensive communication strategy across earned media and owned content that drives company priorities, business goals and product initiatives.Partner with the Legal and Responsible Business team to translate their priorities into communications strategies, plans and messaging.Provide strategic counsel to the executive team, including the Chief Legal Officer and Chief Responsible Business Officer, ensuring a consistent and effective leadership message externally and internally.Proactively identify opportunities to secure positive media coverage and manage crisis communication when necessary.Build and maintain top-tier media relationships and external partnerships to promote bolthires's impact and commitment to responsible business practices.Lead a high-performing communications team, fostering a culture of trust, care and excellence.Work cross-functionally to address the needs of key stakeholders, including customers, employees and community partners.Most of all, you share our belief that people are our most important investment.You know the value of a great leader-and how inspiring and empowering it can be to work for one. You're driven to help your clients be better leaders and believe in everyone's potential to grow. You're a great listener - people naturally approach you for help and advice. And you enjoy partnering with your clients to solve complex problems and, in the process, make us better every day. What we're looking for... Bachelor's Degree in a related field or equivalent work experience10 years+ experience in leading a large communications team in a corporate or agency settingExpert in corporate communications, public relations, crisis management, and executive communicationsHighly strategic mindset, including strong instincts and a demonstrated ability to identify media moments and opportunities and to develop, execute and deliver on plans for growthExceptional leadership skills, interpersonal skills, and relationship management skills with the ability to manage others, as well as across, up and down an organizationSignificant experience managing multiple projects at once and a proven track record of delivering results and achieving targets - ROI-focused at every levelOutstanding writing, editing, and verbal communication skills with attention to detailDemonstrated success as a Communications Business Partner to a C-suite executive in a multi-national, matrixed organizationAbility to influence at an executive level through exceptional business acumen, domain expertise, and written/verbal communicationExperience in social impact communications and public affairs, with an emphasis on digital inclusion, human prosperity and climate protectionExtreme attention to detail; holds internal and external partners to the same high standardsAbility to adapt quickly to changing priorities, pivot quickly, and respond with urgencySound business judgment and experience connecting the dots across topicsExperience utilizing digital and social media channels to reach a specific audienceInspirational leader with a track record of hiring and developing world-class talent and fostering a collaborative cultureA desire to make a difference and collaborate with shared purposeEven better if you have...Master's DegreeExperience in the telecommunications and/or tech sectorWhere you'll be working In this hybrid role, you'll have a defined work location that includes work from home and a minimum eight assigned office days per month that will be set by your manager. Scheduled Weekly Hours40 Equal Employment OpportunityWe're proud to be an equal opportunity employer - and celebrate our employees' differences, including race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, and Veteran status.At bolthires, we know that diversity makes us stronger. We are committed to a collaborative, inclusive environment that encourages authenticity and fosters a sense of belonging. We strive for everyone to feel valued, connected, and empowered to reach their potential and contribute their best. Check out our diversity and inclusion page to learn more.