DescriptionPrimary Duties & Responsibilities
- Strategic Communication Leadership:
- Develop and implement comprehensive communication strategies to support Coherents business objectives and reinforce its market leadership.
- Oversee corporate external communications media and public relations and thought leadership initiatives.
- Partner with Investor Relations to support communication strategies and efforts including planning and for events like the upcoming Investor Day in May 2025
- Play a key role in enhancing relationships with industry analysts policymakers and business partners to advance the companys interests and reputation.
- Elevate Coherents profile and thought leadership ensuring consistent and compelling storytelling across all communication channels.
- Help create content and talking points for executive media interviews external events analyst/investor days and related public engagements.
- Elevate executive voices on specific topics aligned with Coherents strategy through highprofile news and digital media features events speaking engagements and other published written pieces.
- Help coordinate social media strategy for the CEO and executive team with a focus on leveraging platforms to drive engagement across priority audiences and topics.
Education & Experience
- Bachelors degree in communications public relations journalism or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
- 15 years of experience in corporate communications public relations or related roles with a proven track record of leadership in a global organization.
Skills
- Expertise in developing and executing multistakeholder communication strategies.
- Strong experience working with senior executives including providing counsel to CEOs and leadership teams.
- Exceptional writing editing and storytelling skills.
- Proven ability to manage media relations public relations campaigns and crisis communications.
- Experience supporting investor relations efforts and events such as Investor Day.
- Ability to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- High level of strategic thinking and adaptability in a fastpaced environment.
Working Conditions
- This position is onsite / hybrid
- This position requires frequent collaboration with crossfunctional teams across different time zones.
- Occasional travel may be required to gather insights attend events or meet with stakeholders.
- Regular use of a computer and other office equipment is necessary
- Interaction with team members and external contacts is a regular part of the job
Physical Requirements
- Sitting for extended periods while working on a computer or conducting meetings.
- Use of hands and fingers for typing writing and handling documents.
- Occasional lifting of objects or materials up to 20 pounds for administrative tasks.
- Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
- Mobility within the office environment to attend meetings or interact with colleagues.
Safety Requirements
All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.
Quality and Environmental Responsibilities
Depending on location this position may be responsible for the and maintenance of the ISOand/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.
CultureCommitment
Ensure adherence to companys values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:
Integrity Create an Environment of Trust
Collaboration Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas
Accountability Own the Process and the Outcome
Respect Recognize the Value in Everyone
Enthusiasm Find a Sense of Purpose in Work
Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex gender identity sexual orientation race color religion national origin disability protected Veteran status age or any other characteristic protected by law.
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