Executive Communications Manager, Global Partner Solutions (GPS)

The Global Partner Solutions team mission is to: b uild and sell Microsoft AI, cloud applications, services, and devices with partners, empowering people and organizations to achieve more . GPS is a sales organization accountable for the commercial partner business at Microsoft. Building on the GPS mission, the Communications & Events team purpose is to develop and deliver a storytelling platform at scale to showcase customer and partner innovation, growth and opportunity with Microsoft Cloud and AI .

The GPS Communications and Events team needs a n experienced, dynamic and creative Executive Communications Manager, Global Partner Solutions (GPS), to support two executives in our organization . As Executive C ommunications Manager, Global Partner Solutions (GPS), you will report to the Director of Partner Communications and Events , who reports to the Senior Director who leads the Industry & Partner Sales Communications and Events organization .

Y ou will be responsible for lead ing both external and internal communications for the Global Lead of the GSI (global systems integrator) S ales organization and the VP of the Global Channel Sales organization . You will have an opportunity to be immersed in these two businesses, work with leaders, help drive thought leadership and impact for these leaders and commercial partner segments. This is a strategic role that provides significant opportunity for exec visibility , cross-team collaboration , a breadth of communication experience and business impact.

Microsoft is on a mission to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. Our culture is anchored on embracing a growth mindset, where anyone can change, learn, and grow. Four attributes allow this growth mindset to flourish: obsessing over what matters to our customers, becoming more diverse and inclusive in everything we do and create, operating as one company instead of multiple siloed businesses and lastly, making a difference in the lives of each other, our customers and the world around us. You can help us build our culture and achieve our mission.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement communications strategy for the 2 executive s .
• Drive and scale executive platform s , and proactive communication plan s for the fiscal year, aligned to the rhythm of the business (ROB ) business and communications priorities , including but not limited to speaking engagements, org comms, blogs/podcasts, social media and AR/PR briefing prep.
• Develop thought leadership initiatives to in form communications strategy and planning, as well as personalize core messaging and narrative s to bring the organization s' mission and business priorities to life through dynamic storytelling that resonates with the target audiences .
• Demonstrate strategic leadership by driving impactful messaging for the exec utive s , continuing to strengthen their platform s and drive thought leadership, aligning with the company mission, strategy, leadership principles and cultural attributes.
• Act as single-point-of-contact for any exec utive requests (internal and external) , partnering with appropriate teams to triage and drive impact.
• Participate in business planning discussions as appropriate .
• Embed diversity and inclusion (D&I) throughout strategy and execution .
• Strategic and proactive communications professional
• O utstanding verbal and written communication skills, storytelling , ability to clearly articulate complex issues and formulate recommendations to a wide variety of audiences
• Solid organizational skills to manage communication reviews with executives and stakeholders in a timely manner
• Ambitious, self-starter, thrives in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment, effectively manages priorities
• Executive presence and confidence , willing to take on big challenges, advocate a position, build a business case, and influence others
• Cross-group collaboration skills to successfully and independently work across many teams and functions
• I nterpersonal and conflict resolutions skills
• Experienced in p lanning, strategic thinking, business savvy , execution excellence , attention to detail
• H igh integrity, capable of solid judgement and decision-making skills, showing the utmost discretion in the management of confidential corporate information
• Understanding of Microsoft's strategy, product and service offerings, and company culture
• Experience working in the tech industry and a partner organization
• Other
  • Embody our Culture and Values

Qualifications:

Required/Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, Finance, or related field AND 4+ years Communications, Marketing Operations, Field Operations, Program Management, Project Management, or related experience
  • OR equivalent experience.

Other Requirements

• This position requires verification of citizenship due to citizenship-based legal restrictions. Specifically, this position supports United States federal, state, and/or local government agency customers and is subject to certain citizenship-based restrictions where required or permitted by applicable law. To meet this legal requirement, and as a condition of employment, the successful candidate's citizenship will be verified with a valid passport.

Additional or Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, Finance, or related field AND 6+ years Communications, Marketing Operations, Field Operations, Program Management, Project Management, or related experience
  • OR equivalent experience.
• 3+ years specialized functional (e.g., retail, technology) experience.
• 4+ years experience supporting executives in an executive communications role.
• 3+ years experience working with social media platforms.

Communications IC4 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $103,800 - $200,300 per year. There is a different range applicable to specific work locations, within the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, and the base pay range for this role in those locations is USD $133,700 - $219,200 per year.

Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here: https://careers.microsoft.com/us/en/us-corporate-pay

Microsoft will accept applications for the role until September 18, 2024.

Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request via the Accommodation request form .

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