External Communications Strategy Partner closely with business leaders to translate business priorities into strong external narratives Lead media strategy and engagement across business industry and trade media Drive leadership positioning through proactive media opportunities interviews opinion pieces bylines and expert commentary Build and maintain strong relationships with key journalists editors and influencers Support leadership visibility through media preparation messaging and storytelling Industry Bodies External Engagements Identify and curate speaking opportunities panels roundtables and conferences for leadership participation Awards Recognition Identify relevant external awards aligned to brand innovation sustainability and leadership Lead end-to-end award submissions in collaboration including storytelling coordination and stakeholder input Content Development Messaging Lead development of high-quality external communications content including press releases media materials leadership talking points messaging documents and related assets Digital Social Media Support content strategy for external storytelling including campaigns announcements and milestones Agency Vendor Management Manage PR agencies and other external vendors set clear goals KPIs and performance metrics for agencies Ensure high-quality execution message consistency and robust ROI from agency partnerships Budget Planning Governance Own planning and management of the external communications budget Track spending forecast requirements and ensure cost-effective utilization Global Internal Collaboration Partner with internal communications business leaders marketing HR and Facilities as required on large-scale events leadership milestones and major announcements to ensure aligned internal and external messaging 8-14 years of experience in corporate communications PR or external communications Prior experience managing PR agencies and external vendors Experience in B2B industrial manufacturing infrastructure or technology sectors preferred Bachelor s degree in communications Journalism Public Relations or related field Master s preferred Strong strategic thinking with the ability to translate business priorities into compelling stories Excellent media relations and storytelling skills Experience in leadership positioning and thought leadership programs Strong stakeholder management and executive presence Solid understanding of digital and social media for external reputation building Project management vendor management and budgeting expertise Ability to work in a matrixed global organization

📌 Manager - Corporate Communications (Pune)
🏢 Eaton
📍 Pune