WD is building the infrastructure behind the AI-driven data economy. As AI scales, so does data. Every interaction, every model, every system generates data that must be stored, managed, and made accessible over time. That’s where we come in. Backed by Sequoia.
About the role
We are seeking a Director, Strategic Communications to serve as the communications lead supporting the Chief Information Officer and within the IT organization. This role will partner closely with the CIO and IT leadership team to shape strategic narratives, strengthen leadership communications, engage the global IT organization, and bring greater visibility to IT”s role in enabling the business. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.
What they're looking for
- 10+ years of communications experience, including significant executive and internal communications experience supporting senior leaders
- Demonstrated success serving as a trusted communications advisor and candid coach to senior executives and leadership teams
- Skilled at bringing structure and focus to fast-moving, ambiguous environments while maintaining strong stakeholder relationships
- Experience leading communications for a large, global function or organization, ideally within a technology-driven environment
- Exceptional writing, storytelling, and executive content development skills, with the ability to translate complex business and technical concepts into clear, compelling narratives
- Strong understanding of executive communications, employee engagement, organizational communications, and thought leadership
More about this role
At WD, Strategic Communications plays a critical role in connecting business strategy, technology innovation, and employee engagement through clear, compelling storytelling.
We are seeking a Director, Strategic Communications to serve as the communications lead supporting the Chief Information Officer and within the IT organization. This role will partner closely with the CIO and IT leadership team to shape strategic narratives, strengthen leadership communications, engage the global IT organization, and bring greater visibility to IT”s role in enabling the business.
The ideal candidate is an experienced communications leader, trusted advisor, and exceptional storyteller who can translate complex business and technology topics into clear, relevant, and engaging communications. They will set the vision and strategy for CIO and IT communications, build the processes needed to deliver it, and bring leaders and partners along through candid counsel, sound judgment and disciplined execution.
As a member of the Strategic Communications team, this role will collaborate closely with executive leaders, Chiefs of Staff, communications colleagues, HR, and cross-functional partners to...
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