Join EY GDS Brand, Marketing & Communications (BMC) as an External Communications Leader, Associate Director, and help shape the future with confidence. We are pioneering an insight-driven marketing ecosystem that connects our brand with diverse audiences through data, creativity, and technology. This role is key to delivering impactful brand experiences globally, driving engagement and business growth.

This is an opportunity to build a career that’s as unique as you are, leveraging EY's global scale and inclusive culture to become your best self. Your perspective is invaluable as we strive to build a better working world for everyone.

As the External Communications Leader, you will set the vision and direct the execution of EY GDS’s external communications strategy. You will oversee all external communications functions, ensuring alignment with business priorities and fostering consistent, impactful messaging to enhance EY GDS’s global brand, reputation, and market presence.

Key duties include: - Developing and executing a comprehensive external communications strategy incorporating PR, thought leadership, social media, digital marketing, industry relations, awards, events, and employee advocacy. - Managing and empowering diverse teams, fostering collaboration across global hubs and service lines for localized and global campaigns. - Guiding the creation and dissemination of PR and thought leadership content, alongside executive positioning, to strengthen leadership visibility and market trust. - Monitoring market trends and competitor activity to refine strategy and continuously improve communication impact. - Ensuring governance, compliance, and operational excellence in all external communications activities, including team, budget, and vendor management.

We are seeking a leader with extensive experience in external communications within complex, global organizations. A proven ability to develop and execute integrated communications strategies that drive business growth and enhance brand reputation is essential.

Required qualifications and skills: - Minimum 12 years of leadership experience in external communications. - Demonstrated success in developing and executing integrated communications strategies. - Excellent strategic thinking, communication, and influencing capabilities. - Deep understanding of media relations, thought leadership, and executive communications. - A strong portfolio of successful employer branding programs and campaigns. - Advanced knowledge and hands-on experience with digital marketing channels, tools, and techniques. - Ability to translate complex analytics into actionable strategic recommendations, with a solid understanding of marketing automation, AI, CRM platforms, and digital analytics. - Experience managing international budgets, vendors, and global communications compliance standards. - Strong team leadership and senior stakeholder management skills within a complex, matrixed, global environment. - A Master's in Marketing or a related field; an MBA is preferred.