Communications Specialist

Leadership Communications Specialist

Immediate W2 contract position available in Atlanta, GA.

Estimated Duration: 12 months

Job Description / Desired Qualifications:

• An Executive Communications Specialist with 5 to 10 years experience is responsible for having experience writing for and working directly with CEOs, SVPs or other senior executives.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; video, graphics or other multimedia expertise a plus.
• Track record of strong project management skills, including experience building and executing net new programs and managing them to scale.
• Experience working on large events and projects that require cross-functional collaboration.
• Ability to think, plan, and execute on multiple projects simultaneously in an organized fashion.
• Effective team player who can meet project deadlines with exceptional attention to detail and lead efforts across disciplines.
• Able to work successfully and collaboratively in a matrixed organizational structure.
• Bachelor’s degree and experience in communications, including internal and executive communications.
• The Leadership Communications Specialist serves as a strategic partner supporting senior leaders through well-researched insights, high-quality briefing materials, and seamless event execution.
• This role is responsible for gathering and synthesizing information from internal subject matter experts, external partners and event coordinators to ensure senior leaders deliver consistently and powerfully across every platform and audience.
• This role requires strong project management skills, the ability to coordinate across multiple stakeholders, and a proactive approach to sourcing the most current data and insights to prepare leaders for key engagements.

Requirements:

• 5–8 years of experience in corporate communications, executive communications, research, or related field
• Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, marketing, public relations, or related discipline
• Strong experience developing executive briefings and synthesizing complex information into clear insights
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced, high-visibility environment
• Experience working with external vendors and coordinating deliverables
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong collaboration skills and ability to build relationships with internal stakeholders and SMEs
• Experience in the utility or energy industry is a plus

Additional Notes:

• Bring 10 years of communications experience supporting C-suite or senior executives, with proven excellence in writing, storytelling, and strategic execution.
• Develop clear, compelling executive communications—including speeches, video scripts, presentations, and social media content—that reflect the CEO’s voice and strategic priorities.
• Research, analyze, and synthesize complex information into concise talking points and briefing materials for internal and external engagements.
• Lead and manage multiple high-profile projects with precision, discretion, and strong organizational and stakeholder management skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop executive-level communications, including briefing materials, strategic outlines, and event overviews grounded in clear insights and strong, simple messaging
• Lead preparation for senior leader engagements by gathering and synthesizing input from internal SMEs and aligning on key messages and story arcs
• Coordinate with external vendors and partners to source materials, background information, manage deliverables, and support event execution
• Manage end-to-end timelines for leader engagements, ensuring all materials, inputs, and logistics are delivered on time
• Partner across teams (Operations, Customer, Communications, etc.) to align messaging with business priorities
• Brainstorm and maintain a forward-looking content calendar across employee communications, video, and social, ensuring consistent and strategic messaging
• Plan and execute executive events, including town halls, community engagements, and leadership appearances
• Prepare leaders with concise, concept-driven materials that enable confident, natural delivery

Requirements:

• 5–8 years of experience in corporate communications, executive communications, research, or related field
• Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, marketing, public relations, or related discipline
• Strong experience developing executive briefings and synthesizing complex information into clear insights
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced, high-visibility environment
• Experience working with external vendors and coordinating deliverables
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong collaboration skills and ability to build relationships with internal stakeholders and SMEs
• Experience in the utility or energy industry is a plus

Key Capabilities:

Research & Insight Development:

• Ability to gather, validate, and synthesize information from multiple sources
• Strong critical thinking skills to connect insights to business priorities

Project Management & Execution:

• Effectively manage timelines, stakeholders, and competing priorities
• Strong attention to detail and follow-through

Communication:

• Translate complex information into clear, concise messaging
• Develop executive-ready materials with strong storytelling

Relationship Management:

• Build trust with senior leaders, internal stakeholders, and external partners
• Navigate cross-functional environments with confidence

Personal Attributes:

• Proactive and self-driven
• Highly organized and detail-oriented
• Collaborative and adaptable in fast-changing environments
• Demonstrates professionalism, sound judgment, and accountability