Job Description

At Skillsoft, we propel organizations and people to grow together through transformative learning experiences. We believe every team member has the potential to be AMAZING. Join us in our quest to transform learning and help individuals unleash their edge. Skillsoft is seeking a highly experienced leader to shape our Executive Communications strategy, provide executive counsel, and enhance the company\'s reputation as a leader in transformative learning experiences. The Director of Executive and Internal Comms will work closely with colleagues across the organization, including External Comms, Investor Relations, Content & Product, Legal, HR, and Sales, helping to elevate our story \xe2\x80\x93 both internally and externally \xe2\x80\x93 and our corporate platform. Primary Responsibilities

• Lead our executive communications strategy and planning, including the quarterly earnings reporting process, top-line business initiatives, executive communications, business development and corporate issues.
• Develop and execute programs that build, enhance and protect our executives\' brands and reputation
• Lead external corporate communications in various areas including: Executive Communications, Financial Communications, Crisis Communications/Issues Management
• Develop/implement a proactive executive communications plan that aligns with the company\'s strategic business plan and our executives\' platforms
• Work closely with and train key executives to effectively interact with media
• Explore/understand earned, traditional, social and emerging media to drive the narrative through multiple channels
• Serve as the first line of defense for responding to real-time crises including recall communications/other consumer issues, ensuring consistency of the company\'s message/values
• Work closely with Investor Relations to engage with business/financial media and other external stakeholders.
• Support the production of the Chairman\'s Annual Letter to Shareholders, Annual Meeting of Shareholders, and other corporate publications. Including the Company\'s Impact report, and the development and execution of quarterly/annual communications
• Manage an effective and innovative thought leadership program, developing strategic speaking plans for our CEO and key leaders in the US and globally.

Desired Qualifications

• 10+ years of corporate communications experience in an agency or in-house environment (EduTech/SaaS experience preferred, but not required)
• A minimum of a BA/BS degree.
• A passion for helping people become the best versions of themselves
• Innovative and creative approach to storytelling, not just traditional PR tactics.
• Excellent writing, editing, and messaging skills.
• Agile and flexible - willing to do the work
• Global perspective and an ability to work with different cultures, perspectives and attitudes.
• Ability to thrive and succeed in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Effective communication skills across all levels of an organization \xe2\x80\x94 from individual contributors to senior leaders.
• Proven ability to manage external resources and stay within budget.

Target base salary range for this job requisition is anticipated to be $118,000 - $150,000 annualized. We also offer participation in the Company Bonus Program and full benefits. The company may modify salaries, salary ranges and/or Pay Plans from time to time as it deems necessary.

OUR VALUES:

WE ARE PASSIONATELY COMMITTED TO LEADERSHIP, LEARNING, AND SUCCESS. WE EMBRACE EVERY OPPORTUNITY TO SERVE OUR CUSTOMERS AND EACH OTHER AS

• ONE TEAM
• OPEN AND RESPECTFUL
• CURIOUS
• READY
• TRUE

As a federal contractor, Skillsoft requires all team members working in the United States to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Additionally, any Skillsoft team member traveling to the United States for business will also need to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. #LI-JW1

MORE ABOUT SKILLSOFT:

Skillsoft delivers online learning, training, and talent solutions to help organizations unleash their edge. Leveraging immersive, engaging content, Skillsoft enables organizations to unlock the potential in their best assets \xe2\x80\x93 their people \xe2\x80\x93 and build teams with the skills they need for success. Empowering 36 million learners and counting, Skillsoft democratizes learning through an intelligent learning experience and a customized, learner-centric approach to skills development with resources for Leadership Development, Business Skills, Technology & Development, Digital Transformation, and Compliance. Skillsoft is partner to thousands of leading global organizations, including many Fortune 500 companies. The company features three award-winning systems that support learning, performance and success: Skillsoft learning content, the Percipio intelligent learning experience platform, which offers measurable impact across the entire employee lifecycle. Learn more at www.skillsoft.com. Thank you for taking the time to learn more about us.
If this opportunity intrigues you, we would love for you to apply! NOTE TO EMPLOYMENT AGENCIES: We value the partnerships we have built with our preferred vendors. Skillsoft does not accept unsolicited resumes from employment agencies. All resumes submitted by employment agencies directly to any Skillsoft employee or hiring manager in any form without a signed Skillsoft Employment Agency Agreement on file and search engagement for that position will be deemed unsolicited in nature. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is subsequently hired as a result of the referral or through other means. Skillsoft is an Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer: It is the policy of Skillsoft (US) Corporation to provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability (mental or physical), protected veteran status, genetic information or any other class protected by law.

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