Director, Global Business Communications - Converse

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $158,800.00 in our lowest geographic market to $334,700.00 in our highest geographic market. Actual salary will vary based on a candidate's location, qualifications, skills and experience.

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Director, Global Business Communications – Converse

Who You Will Work With

• Support members of the Converse Senior Leadership Team
• Partner with teams across Global Communications including Brand Communications and Media Relations
• Key cross-functional partners including Human Resources, Enterprise Acceleration, Business integration, Legal, Product and Brand Marketing.
• Peer relationships across NIKE, Inc. Global Communications function
• This role reports to the Sr. Director of Global Communications.
  
  

Who We Are Looking For

The Director, Global Business Communications leads the development and execution of integrated global communications strategies that elevate Converse’s enterprise narrative. This role is responsible for shaping compelling storytelling across internal and external channels, aligning communications with business priorities and strengthening brand reputation across global audiences.

• Bachelor's degree in communications or related field. Will accept any suitable combination of education, experience and training
• 10–15 years of experience in corporate, internal and/or executive communications highly preferred
• Proven expertise in both internal and external communications
• Strong experience developing and executing global communications strategies
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams and influence cross-functional stakeholders
• Excellent storytelling, writing, and messaging skills
• Experience advising senior leadership and navigating complex organizations
• Experience in budget management
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Passion for communications and the Converse brand
  
  

Communications Strategy

WHAT YOU WILL WORK ON

• Develop and execute comprehensive global communications strategies aligned with business and brand objectives
• Ensure consistency across corporate, internal and external messaging
• Drive integrated communications planning across multiple channels and regions
  
  

Narrative Development & Storytelling

• Define and evolve Converse’s global narrative and positioning
• Translate business strategy into engaging, culturally relevant storytelling
• Ensure messaging resonates with diverse, global audiences
  
  

Internal & External Communications

• Lead employee communications and engagement strategies
• Oversee corporate communications, including external storytelling and media positioning for leadership and beyond
• Manage communications channels and campaigns across platforms
  
  

Team Leadership

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing communications team
• Foster collaboration, innovation, and accountability
• Manage cross-functional workflows and priorities
  
  

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with marketing, brand, and business leadership teams
• Align communications strategies with enterprise initiatives
• Provide strategic communications counsel to internal stakeholders
  
  

Reputation & Issues Management

• Support efforts to enhance and protect Converse’s global brand reputation
• Ensure consistent voice and messaging across all stakeholder touchpoints
• Contribute to broader corporate narrative and positioning
  
  

We offer a number of accommodations to complete our interview process including screen readers, sign language interpreters, accessible and single location for in-person interviews, closed captioning, and other reasonable modifications as needed. If you discover, as you navigate our application process, that you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please complete the Candidate Accommodation Request Form.

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