Communications/Public Relations Senior Manager: Enterprise Security

Company Overview

At Motorola Solutions, we’re guided by a shared purpose – helping people be their best in the moments that matter – and we live up to our purpose every day by solving for safer. Because people can only be their best when they not only feel safe, but are safe. We’re solving for safer by building the best possible technologies across every part of our safety and security ecosystem. That’s mission-critical communications devices and networks, AI-powered video security & access control, and the ability to unite voice, video, and data in a single command center view. We’re solving for safer by connecting public safety agencies and enterprises, enabling the collaboration that’s critical to connect those in need with those who can help. The work we do here matters.

Department Overview

Department Details: Communications

The global communications team is the voice of Motorola Solutions, bringing to life the company’s rich history in innovation and commitment to help keep communities and businesses safe, productive, and thriving. Our customers are everyday heroes – from police officers and firefighters to utility workers and educators – and we proudly tell their stories through thoughtful campaigns that span media, thought leadership, employee engagement, and other stakeholder communications.

Enterprise Security at Motorola Solutions

Motorola Solutions’ safety and security ecosystem – spanning video security, critical communications, and command center technologies – is helping to create safer schools, hospitals, stadiums, and businesses globally. Video cameras powered by responsibly-built AI alert security professionals when action is needed. Touchless access and advanced alarm and identity management systems help safeguard campuses and offices. Critical communications devices and networks seamlessly connect teams. And command center technology unifies data to simplify workflows and help enterprise security personnel make decisions with greater focus, accuracy, and speed.

Job Description

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.

Scope of Responsibilities:

• 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.
• Develop 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.

Specific Knowledge and Skills:

• 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.

Basic Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• 10+ years of communications experience.

Travel Requirements

• Under 10%.

Relocation Provided

• None.

Position Type

• Experienced.

Referral Payment Plan

• No.

Our U.S. Benefits include:

• Incentive Bonus Plans.
• Medical, Dental, Vision benefits.
• 401K with Company Match.
• 10 Paid Holidays.
• Generous Paid Time Off Packages.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Paid Parental & Family Leave.
• And more!

EEO Statement

Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally-protected characteristic.

We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you’d like to join our team but feel that you don’t quite meet all of the preferred skills, we’d still love to hear why you think you’d be a great addition to our team.

We’re committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruiting experience for candidates with disabilities or other physical or mental health conditions.

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