Baker Tilly · 14 hours ago
Chief Communications Officer
USA TX Austin
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
15+ years expBaker Tilly is a leading advisory, tax and assurance firm, providing clients with a genuine coast-to-coast and global advantage. They are seeking a Chief Communications Officer (CCO) to lead the firm's communications function through significant transformation and growth, particularly following a merger.
AccountingConsulting
Responsibilities
Develop and drive an innovative, integrated communications strategy that elevates Baker Tilly's brand in partnership with Marketing, supports its growth ambitions, and differentiates the firm in the market
Serve as a strategic advisor to the CEO and senior leadership team on all communications matters
Lead, develop, inspire, and strengthen a high-performing communications team, fostering a strategic mindset and collaborative culture
Design and lead a thoughtful external communications strategy, including media relations, thought leadership, executive visibility, and social/digital media, that tells Baker Tilly’s story and supports reputation and awareness objectives
Identify and pursue opportunities to elevate the profiles of the new CEO and other senior leaders through media opportunities, social and digital media, speaking engagements, and thought leadership platforms
Upgrade and increase the quality and volume of external announcements, press releases, and visibility opportunities
Ensure consistent, aligned messaging across all internal and external channels
Oversee internal communications to promote clarity, transparency, and engagement across the newly integrated organization
Partner with HR to support change management and employee engagement. Support the rollout of a new operating model and help employees understand its implications across geographies and functions
Develop and maintain effective crisis and issues management protocols, and lead communications during sensitive or high-impact events
Craft communications that support go-to-market efforts and reinforce the firm's value proposition
Establish clear metrics to evaluate communications effectiveness and inform ongoing strategy
Qualification
Required
15+ years of communications experience in professional services, financial services, or similarly complex organizations
Demonstrated success positioning a company as an industry leader through earned media, executive visibility, thought leadership, and social and digital communications strategies
Experience leading through transformation or change
Prior experience with merger integration and optimization of communication channels
Direct media relations experience, including building relationships with key reporters and securing high-impact media coverage
Experience managing crisis communications and handling sensitive matters to mitigate reputational risk
Strong internal communications expertise, with a focus on culture building and employee engagement
Proven ability to advise, counsel, and coach CEOs and other senior leaders
Exceptional leadership and team-building skills, with a track record of developing high-performing teams and fostering collaboration across functions
Ability to build and support the necessary communications platforms to expedite the integration of the two predecessor companies creating the new Baker Tilly
Preferred
Experience leading through transformation or change
Company
Baker Tilly
At Baker Tilly, we care about you and the impact you make. That’s why we’re fully committed to your journey, wherever your ambitions take you.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Francesca Lagerberg
Chief Executive Officer
Ben Lloyd
Chief Operating Officer
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