Senior PR & Communications Manager, Motorola Solutions
Enterprise Security
+ Employee Stock Purchase Plan + Incentive Bonus Plans
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Communication software for public safety & enterprise
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Communication software for public safety & enterprise
1001+ employees
Be an early applicant
+ Employee Stock Purchase Plan + Incentive Bonus Plans
More information about location
1001+ employees
Company mission
To build and connect safety and security technologies in our never-ending pursuit to keep people safer everywhere.
Role
Who you are
- Strategic thinker who can build a network, gather information and translate it into communications content and plans that drive awareness and action
- Outstanding storyteller with strong writing, editing and proofreading skills
- Savvy media strategist who knows how to leverage top-tier, trade and local outlets for earned coverage, as well as paid, shared and owned channels
- Seasoned professional who exerts influence in navigating all levels of the organization and consistently exhibits strong judgment and commitment to excellence
- Detailed project manager who leads complex workstreams with cross-functional contributors, meets tight deadlines and easily adjusts as circumstances change
- Bachelor’s degree; Journalism, Communications, or English preferred
- 10+ years of communications experience with a corporation or public relations agency or in journalism
- Bachelor's Degree
- 10+ years of communications experience
What the job involves
- This position is an opportunity for a seasoned communications professional with media relations, issues management and thought leadership experience to lead a strategic, external communications program for our Enterprise Security team
- This role is based out of Motorola Solutions’ Chicago headquarters and will report to the head of the Global Communications & Media team
- Serve as a strategic business partner, communications and media counselor to Enterprise Security leadership including sales, product and marketing teams, as well as government affairs, legal and other organizations responsible for safeguarding corporate reputation
- Lead the development and execution of product launch and lifecycle communications campaigns across the video solutions & access control and professional commercial radio portfolios to help drive awareness and sales
- Development of product storylines and engage reporters, industry analysts and key external audiences around priority narratives
- Manage communications role in crisis/issues management plans, working cross functionally to share critical information with internal and external stakeholders
- Partner with corporate communications on thought leadership initiatives that build brand and leadership credibility
- Help educate the industry on Motorola Solutions’ commitment to the responsible development and deployment of safety and security technologies
- Create well-crafted, concise and highly-engaging communications including pitches, press releases, blog posts, and other materials needed to tell our Enterprise Security story
- Build and maintain key media relationships and regularly pitch local, regional, national, trade and tech outlets
- Manage communications activities at and around priority NA tradeshows
Our take
Motorola Solutions is a leading provider of communication and software solutions tailored for public safety and enterprise sectors. Its extensive portfolio includes mission-critical radios, command center software and video security systems designed to enhance operational efficiency and safety.
The company's focus extends beyond mere hardware, as it emphasizes integrated software solutions that facilitate communication and data management. This integration of hardware and software ensures clients can respond promptly and effectively to challenges.
Looking ahead, the company is opening a new R&D center in Cork, creating 200 jobs to advance land mobile radio technology. This investment supports its growth and innovation, building on its existing Irish presence and recent acquisition of Tetra Solutions.
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Company benefits
- Flexible work models
- Paid time off
- Paid parental and family leave
- Health care benefits
- Global wellness resources
- Employee assistance programs
- Rotation programs
- Mentor relationships
- Learning and development opportunities
- Retirement benefits
- Employee bonuses
- Stock grants & employee stock purchase plans
Company values
- Inclusive: We foster inclusion, equity and diversity to support our customers, communities and each other
- Driven: We keep it simple by focusing on what matters most so we can seize opportunities with speed and confidence
- Innovative: We constantly create ingenious solutions to the real challenges of today, tomorrow and beyond
- Accountable: We stand behind the work we do, the contributions we make and the high business standards we maintain
- Passionate: We meet challenges with energy and determination, always pursuing ever-higher standards
- Partners: We work with our customers to address obstacles before they become challenges
Company HQ
West Loop Gate, Chicago, IL
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Leadership
James J. O'Connor
(Co-Founder)Co-founded Motorola Solutions in 1999. Founder and Chairman of Chicagoland Entrepreneurial Center and 1871. They are also the Global Head of Venture Capital and Managing Director at William Blair.
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