Lead the planning, development and implementation of Broadridge’s global communications strategy, including all media relations, thought leadership, crisis/issues management, executive visibility, and digital communications activities. Serve as a counselor, coach and advisor to the executive leadership team with regard to all communications and messaging. Develop, build and execute powerful, proactive external communications campaigns aligned to business goals; developing high-impact media engagements that position key executives as subject matter experts in their respective areas. Work closely with Business Unit leaders to develop integrated, consistent, cohesive communications plans for their respective areas. Build strategies with business units on an ongoing basis regarding market needs, issues, and opportunities. Develop a thought leadership strategy that helps to unite all elements of Broadridge’s brand, products and service offerings with coordinated amplification. Develop crisis management plans and procedures, and establish an infrastructure to rapidly take action as required. Recruit, manage and mentor a high-performing corporate communications team. Partner closely with the Digital and Business Marketing groups to create and distribute market-leading insights on a regular basis. Manage relationships with external PR firms and related third party consultants. Core competencies include:• Media Strategies • Issues Management • Thought Leadership• Spokesperson • Crisis Communications • Media Placement• Messaging • Media Relations • Budget Management• Reputational Risk • Brand Positioning • Team Building & Leadership