Director, External Communications

Provides a broad range of communications functions and services across a unit or units which can be at various levels within the organization. Partners with business leadership to ensures the performance of communications generalist activities. Interprets simple internal and external business challenges and recommends best practices to improve products, processes or services. Stays informed of industry trends that may influence work. This is an exciting and historic moment to join GE. In 2021, GE announced plans to become three independent and publicly traded businesses focusing on healthcare, aviation and energy over the next several years. Channeling its 130 years of innovation, all three – each a leader in its industry – will carry forward the legacy of innovation that dates back to Thomas Edison while at the same time welcoming a new beginning. This highly strategic, senior leader reporting to the Global Head of Communications, VP Marketing will have a once-in-a-career opportunity to shape and lead the media relations, corporate and investor communications strategy for GE Digital, the leading software division inside the GE Vernova portfolio of companies. This leader will be responsible for supporting the development and global execution of a comprehensive media strategy focused on building and protecting reputation and driving meaningful coverage that supports GE Digital’s commercial efforts and strategy. A media master, storyteller, trusted advisor and relationship builder, this candidate knows how to reach and connect to top media and influencers as easily and effectively as internal C-suite executives.