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Communications Associate

Serves as the "Voice of the Brand." Ensuring the firm’s complex intellectual property is translated into compelling, high-signal content that builds trust with C-suite stakeholders.

Role Mission

The Communications Associate is the guardian of the firm’s reputation and the primary storyteller of its impact. Your mission is to amplify the CEO’s thought leadership, streamline internal alignment, and ensure that every piece of outbound content—from white papers to keynote scripts—reflects the rigor, elegance, and servant-leadership philosophy of Marq Neasman Advisory. You turn "data points" into "conviction" for our clients and the market.

Key Responsibilities

Executive Ghostwriting & Thought Leadership

Brand Voice Synthesis: Draft high-impact articles, LinkedIn essays, and newsletter content in the CEO’s authentic voice, positioning the firm as a premier authority in software-defined mobility and leadership.
Speechwriting & Scripting: Prepare scripts and talking points for the CEO’s keynote addresses, media appearances, and internal "Town Hall" sessions.
Content Repurposing: Extract "gold nuggets" from internal advisory sessions and transform them into public-facing micro-content that drives inbound leads.

Omnichannel Narrative Management

Digital Presence Stewardship: Manage the firm’s digital footprint (Website, LinkedIn, Industry Forums), ensuring 100% visual and tonal consistency.
Public Relations Coordination: Act as the primary point of contact for media inquiries, coordinating interviews and ensuring the firm is quoted in Tier-1 business publications (e.g., WSJ, Forbes, HBR).
Crisis Messaging: In the event of market volatility or a client crisis, draft rapid-response communications that maintain the firm’s "Calm Center" presence.

AI-Augmented Content Operations

Semantic Optimization: Utilize AI tools (e.g., Jasper, Writer, or custom GPTs) to scale content production without sacrificing the firm's elite quality standards.
Sentiment Analysis: Monitor social listening tools and AI-driven analytics to measure how the firm’s narrative is being received by target C-suite demographics.
Multimedia Orchestration: Partner with the Office Assistant and AI video tools to produce "Short-Form Insights"—60-second video briefings for busy executives.

Internal Alignment & Culture

Internal Briefings: Design and distribute the "Weekly Strategic Pulse"—an internal memo that keeps all associates aligned on current client wins and firm-wide OKRs.
Event Collateral: Work with the Event Coordinator to design high-end physical and digital assets for client summits and private dinners.

Core Competencies & Skills

Exceptional Editorial Judgment: A "Zero-Tolerance" approach to jargon, fluff, and grammatical errors. You value brevity and impact.
Psychological Acumen: The ability to write "to" the pain points of a CEO, demonstrating deep empathy and a solution-oriented mindset.
Visual Literacy: A keen eye for design and the ability to use tools like Canva or Figma to ensure aesthetics match the firm's premium positioning.
Media Savvy: Understanding the 2026 media landscape, including the power of niche podcasts and algorithmic distribution.
Rapid Synthesis: The ability to sit in a complex strategy session and distill 3 hours of "Consultant-speak" into 3 paragraphs of "Leader-speak."
Digital Marketing: Possess a strong understanding of ad-buying and developing and managing campaigns that lead to low CAC, and high CTR & CLV.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Share of Voice (SoV): Increase the CEO’s LinkedIn engagement and industry "Mentions" by 30% year-over-year.
Inbound Lead Quality: Increase the number of qualified C-suite inquiries originating from "Content Touchpoints."
Internal Alignment Score: Maintain a $> 90\%$ positive rating on internal clarity surveys regarding firm goals and mission.
Content Velocity: Successfully manage a content calendar that delivers 3+ high-signal touchpoints per week across all primary channels.

Qualifications

Experience: 4-6 years in Corporate Communications, Public Relations, or high-end Copywriting. Experience in a Big 4 or top-tier boutique firm is highly preferred.
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, English, or Marketing.
Portfolio: A proven track record of ghostwriting for executives or publishing in recognized business journals.
Technical Mastery: Proficiency with AI writing assistants, CRM-linked email marketing (HubSpot), and basic video/graphic design suites.