Director, Communications - Deputy Managing Principal

Location: Anywhere in Country

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Director, Communications – Deputy Managing Principal

The Opportunity

The Director, Communications – Deputy Managing Partner is a senior communications leader responsible for shaping and delivering integrated, enterprise-wide internal communications in support of the Deputy Managing Partner and aligned leadership priorities. The role spans communications for Markets, Finance, Operations, Talent, Risk Management, and firmwide transformation initiatives, ensuring clarity, cohesion, and impact across a complex, matrixed organization. The role will also support any communications related to our Super Region operational connectivity and member firm relations drive under the Deputy.

Operating as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, this role partners closely with the Chief Communications Officer and Communications Leaders to translate strategy into compelling narratives, enable transformation, manage risk, and inspire EY people through disciplined, high-impact communications execution.

Skills and Attributes for Success

- Lead the development and execution of integrated internal communications strategies aligned to Deputy Managing Partner priorities and enterprise objectives.

- Serve as the primary communications advisor and point of contact for the Deputy Managing Partner and senior leaders across Markets, Finance, Operations, Talent, and Risk.

- Directly manage Directors who lead communications teams supporting core business functions, enabling alignment and execution at scale.

- Translate complex business strategy, operating model changes, and transformation initiatives into clear, compelling internal messaging, connecting the dots across all programs and demonstrating clear alignment with our firm strategy and ambitions.

- Understand our Super Region construct and global and member firm connectivity in order to effectively enable communication and connectivity across the network.

- Ensure communications are connected across functions, regions, and leadership voices.

- Partner closely with the Chief Communications Officer and senior Communications Leaders to align messaging and resources.

- Provide strategic counsel, judgment, and risk oversight on high-impact and sensitive internal communications.

- Champion best-in-class internal communications practices, leveraging AI and technology and innovative communication channels.

- Expertise in enterprise, executive, and changing communications.

- Strong business and operational acumen.

- Proven ability to influence and advise senior executives.

- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

- Experience leading leaders and high-performing teams.

- Strong judgment, risk awareness, and decision-making capability.

- High emotional intelligence and adaptability.

Ideally, you’ll also have

- Bachelor’s degree in communications or related field; advanced degree preferred.

- Approximately 15+ years of progressive communications experience.

- Professional services or Big Four experience strongly preferred.

- Proven track record leading integrated, enterprise communications.

What we offer you
At EY, we’ll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences. We’ll empower you in a flexible environment, and fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. Learn more .

• We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business. The base salary range for this job in all geographic locations in the US is $192,900 to $381,900. The base salary range for New York City Metro Area, Washington State and California (excluding Sacramento) is $231,400 to $433,900. Individual salaries within those ranges are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills and geography. In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options.
• Join us in our team-led and leader-enabled hybrid model. Our expectation is for most people in external, client serving roles to work together in person 40-60% of the time over the course of an engagement, project or year.
• Under our flexible vacation policy, you’ll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances. You’ll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.

Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.
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