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UHY-US · 3 hours ago

Communications Director

Syracuse-Auburn Area

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$151K/yr - $244K/yr

10+ years exp

UHY is one of the nation’s largest professional services firms providing audit, tax, consulting and advisory services to clients primarily in the dynamic middle market. As the Communications Director, you will be responsible for shaping, developing, and delivering the firm’s messaging across all channels, leading the strategy and execution of both external and internal communications.

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Responsibilities

Develop and implement strategic communication plans that strengthen UHY’s brand presence across key markets and industry sectors

Create clear and compelling content, including press releases, executive communications, leadership articles, website copy, and internal announcements

Partner with firm leadership to build and maintain a structured executive communications schedule and draft communications that support organizational priorities

Support media relations efforts by drafting press releases, preparing leadership for media opportunities, and coordinating with the external public relations agency

Maintain a consistent brand voice by contributing to messaging frameworks and supporting adherence to visual identity guidelines

Write, schedule, and distribute internal communications that support firmwide initiatives, promote executive alignment, and enhance employee engagement

Analyze communications performance metrics and provide insights to improve reach, effectiveness, and overall impact

Translate complex business concepts into clear, engaging messaging that supports the firm’s growth strategy

Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, demonstrating strong interpersonal skills, emotional intelligence, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines and stakeholders

Leverage technology and new communication tools to improve efficiency, accuracy, and the overall effectiveness of communication efforts

Lead internal and external communications including executive messaging and organizational updates

Develop content across channels (intranet, Outlook, social media, etc.) to engage stakeholders

Support crisis communications and corporate/regulatory messaging

Utilize communication technologies and analytics to shape and measure messaging effectiveness

Will lead and supervise subordinate team members

Oversight of external public relations firm

Qualification

Strategic communication planningMedia relationsCorporate communicationsContent creationPerformance metrics analysisTeam leadershipCrisis communicationsCommunication technologiesInterpersonal skillsEmotional intelligence

Required

Bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, journalism, marketing, or related field

10+ years of experience in brand communications or public relations

2+ years of experience in a supervisory role, including experience building a team

Demonstrated ability to work effectively with senior executives and reporters

Experience working with or within a public relations agency

Strong portfolio of past corporate communication successes, including press releases and brand campaigns

Experience within professional services, consulting, or B2B sectors

Preferred

Master's degree in communications, business, or a related discipline

Experience within the accounting industry

Benefits

Group health insurance

Dental and vision coverage

401(k) retirement plans

Generous paid time off (PTO) allowances

Company

UHY-US

UHY is one of the nation’s largest professional services firms providing audit, tax, consulting and advisory services to clients primarily in the dynamic middle market.

Founded in 2000

Albany, New York, USA

1001-5000 employees