HED · 3 days ago
Corporate Communications Leader
Greater Boston
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$150K/yr - $240K/yr
15+ years expHED is an integrated architecture and engineering company delivering purposeful and powerful design. They are seeking an accomplished Corporate Communications Leader to shape, lead, and elevate strategic communications across the firm, responsible for all internal and external communications to strengthen HED’s brand and market presence.
Consulting
Responsibilities
Develop and execute a comprehensive global communications strategy aligned with HED’s design vision, culture, and business goals
Lead all internal and external communications, including firm-wide announcements, executive messaging, thought leadership, media engagement, and public platforms
Ensure consistent and compelling messaging across all channels, reinforcing HED’s reputation and brand positioning
Anticipate reputational risks and societal trends, proactively guiding mitigation strategies grounded in transparency and evidence
Serve as a trusted communications advisor to HED’s executive leadership and Board-level stakeholders
Translate complex business strategies, organizational change, and market insights into clear, actionable communication frameworks
Provide executive-level communication coaching to senior leaders to enhance influence and organizational impact
Lead communications planning for change management initiatives, mergers & acquisitions, leadership transitions, and crisis scenarios
Generate new client relationships and maintain a robust portfolio of strategic communications engagements
Build long-term client partnerships that drive recurring revenue and measurable business impact
Identify and pursue new business opportunities through thought leadership, industry visibility, and relationship-building
Lead high-profile strategic communication engagements for internal and external audiences, including high profile organizations facing complex challenges
Collaborate with Business Leaders on large, multidisciplinary client engagements
Lead company-wide internal communication strategy across HED’s app broadcasts, memos, videos, reports, and executive messages
Drive engagement through storytelling that connects associates to HED’s mission, culture, and performance goals
Build systems to measure communication effectiveness and ensure associates remain informed, aligned, and engaged
Protect and nurture employee morale while reinforcing a strong, values-driven culture
Lead strategic foresight and insights efforts, delivering actionable intelligence that informs messaging, engagement, and market positioning
Oversee integrated research programs including sentiment analysis, audience insights, message testing, and scenario modeling
Integrate emerging technologies, including AI and advanced analytics, into communications planning, monitoring, and measurement
Develop unified measurement and reporting frameworks that translate data into meaningful insights and continuous improvement
Champion ethical, inclusive, and globally informed research practices
Mentor and lead a national communications team with diverse experience levels
Recruit, hire, coach, and develop top-tier communications professionals and consultants
Foster an inclusive, high-performing culture rooted in collaboration, innovation, and professional growth
Contribute to HED’s intellectual capital through thought leadership, case studies, and proprietary methodologies
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in communications, Public Relations, or a related field
Fifteen or more years of strategic communications experience, serving senior executive audiences in corporate, enterprise, or professional services environments
Deep expertise in organizational communications, including change management, crisis response, and leadership transitions
Proven track record of client generation and business development, with an existing book of business or demonstrated ability to build substantial revenue portfolios
Credibility with C-suite executives and Boards across industries
Demonstrated success leading high-performing teams in consulting or professional services settings
Advanced expertise in internal communications, executive messaging, and storytelling
Strong understanding of reputation risk, global media ecosystems, and socio-political environments
Proven ability to integrate insights, analytics, and evidence-based storytelling into communications strategy
Experience developing and managing AI- and data-enabled insights systems, dashboards, and predictive monitoring tools
Sharp evaluative judgment for what drives business results through communication
Entrepreneurial mindset with strong relationship-building and networking skills
High emotional intelligence, integrity, and sound judgment
Collegial, adaptable, and effective across diverse communication styles
Ambitious, disciplined, proactive, and relentless in the pursuit of excellence
Passionate about mentoring emerging professionals and strengthening team capability
Willingness and ability to travel to company locations, conferences, and meetings as needed
Must be able to effectively communicate in writing and verbally via phone, video conferencing, and in-person
Ability to attend after-hours business functions and conferences
Ability to travel to other company locations, client sites, or out-of-town events up to 50% of the time
Company
HED
At HED, we believe great design is about more than aesthetics—it’s about solving complex challenges, enriching communities, and building a better future.
201-500 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Enrique Suarez
Principal | CEO
Gary Skog, FAIA, LEED AP
Chief Executive Officer
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