Director, External Enterprise Communication Job at Brunswick in Lake Forest

Director Of External Enterprise Communication

Are you ready for what's next? Come explore opportunities within Brunswick, a global marine leader committed to challenging conventions and innovating next-generation technologies that transform experiences on the water and beyond. Brunswick believes "Next Never Rests," and we offer a variety of exciting careers and growth opportunities within united teams defining the future of marine recreation. Innovation is the heart of Brunswick. See how your contributions will help transform vision into reality:

Position Overview: The Director of External Enterprise Communication is a senior leader responsible for setting and executing Brunswick's external communications vision along side the Chief Communications Officer. This role drives enterprise-wide strategy and execution for earned media, public relations, and reputation management across the enterprise, while serving as a trusted advisor to executive leadership on external positioning, messaging, and crisis response. Reporting to the Chief Communications Officer, this role is at the forefront of protecting and promoting Brunswick's brand and business. It requires a strong strategist who can think long-term while acting decisively in the momentparticularly during high-stakes, high-visibility moments.

At Brunswick, we don't just communicate we lead through strategy, protect through clarity, and grow through bold storytelling.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Communications Leadership
• Media Relations & Thought Leadership
• Crisis & Reputation Management
• Messaging & Executive Communications
• Stakeholder Engagement & Partnership
• Measurement & Continuous Improvement

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Strategic Marketing, or a related field. 8+ years of leadership experience in external communications, public relations, or media strategy. Newsroom experience is a plus. Demonstrated ability to develop and execute strategic communications plans at a global or enterprise level. Proven success in earned media, message development, and issues management. Exceptional writing and editing skills, with a keen ability to translate business priorities into compelling narratives.

Skills & Competencies

Executive presence and strong strategic advisory skills; comfortable working directly with the C-suite. Exceptional strategic thinking with the ability to see the big picture while managing detailed execution. Deep understanding of media dynamics, crisis response protocols, and brand/reputation positioning. Collaborative leadership style; able to lead cross-functional efforts with influence and diplomacy. Composure and sound judgment under pressure.

Key Attributes

Visionary strategist and precise executor. Trusted advisor with high integrity and discretion. Natural storyteller with a strong sense for brand, tone, and timing. Proactive and solutions-oriented with a focus on outcomes.

Travel required for key events, media engagements, and enterprise initiatives.

The anticipated pay range for this position is $148,300 - $250,300, annually. The actual base pay offered will vary depending on multiple factors including job-related knowledge/skills, relevant experience, business needs, and geographic location. In addition to base pay, this position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. This position is also eligible for an award target as part of Brunswick's long-term incentive program. At Brunswick, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top end of the salary range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent upon the specifics of the candidate's qualifications and the business context. This position is eligible to participate in Brunswick's comprehensive and high-quality benefits offerings, including medical, dental, vision, paid vacation, 401k (up to 4% match), Health Savings Account (with company contribution), wellbeing program, product purchase discounts, and much more.

Why Brunswick: Whatever tomorrow brings, we'll be at the leading edge. As the clear leader in the marine industry, we're committed to our values and supporting our exceptional people. We offer and encourage growth opportunities within and across our many brands. In addition, we're proud of being recognized for making a splash with numerous awards! Next is Now! We value growth and development, recognizing that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. Brunswick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is key to innovation and inspiration and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply. If you require accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact hrsharedservices@brunswick.com for support.