External Communications and Media Relations Director

External Communications And Media Relations Director

National Life Group has a great story to tell and we're searching for the right person to tell it! We're hiring an External Communications and Media Relations Director to lead the strategy and execution of our public relations, media outreach, and executive thought leadership. This well-connected, dynamic professional will have an eye for detail and an ear to the ground. They will have a strong curiosity and drive to uncover compelling stories through an established network that is ready to amplify it.

What You Bring

• Be a proven storyteller in a fast-paced environment who crafts engaging, accurate content across relevant media (blogs, online publications, digital, social media, etc.)
• Quickly learn key aspects of the business that will resonate with target audiences
• Develop and execute personalized communications plans for senior leaders aligned with National Life's business priorities and values
• Identify and secure high-impact opportunities across media, events, podcasts, and digital platforms for senior leaders working in collaboration with internal and external resources
• Build trusted relationships with National Life's internal and external marketing and PR resources to create thought leadership and media opportunities
• Have a passion to develop and execute external communications / PR strategies, key messages and plans that promote the good the business does in a timely manner
• Possess clear, concise, credible writing that quickly hooks the reader and results in an increase in traffic to National Life's communications platforms
• Ruthlessly prioritize work and projects to meet deadlines / expectations
• Access and use data regularly to inform recommendations and measure impact / results of communications and PR plans

Preferred Experience

About The Team

You will work as a member of the Corporate Communications and Community Relations team, collaborating with other associates across the enterprise to ensure messaging is consistent, our tone is on point, and our content is compelling and accurate. You will be encouraged to think big, to live our do good values, and make a positive impact on National Life's brand.

We've been keeping our promise to our people, customers, community and environment since 1848. Come join our cause!