Director, Corporate Media Relations

The Hartford

Director of Corporate Media Relations at insurance company overseeing strategy and execution of media relations. Partnering with executives to enhance corporate storytelling and manage media inquiries.

Posted 7/21/2026full-timeHartford • Connecticut • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $128,000 - $192,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in corporate communications and media relations, with a strong ability to provide strategic counsel to senior executives. Proficient in developing and executing public relations strategies that align with enterprise goals and effectively manage media outreach.

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Strategic Communications CounselMedia Relations ManagementExecutive Communication PreparationComplex Messaging DevelopmentGenAI Tools Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Corporate CommunicationsMedia RelationsPublic RelationsWritingEditingProofreadingPresentationStorytellingCommunication StrategyC-Suite Engagement

Soft Skills

PlanningOrganizationPrioritizationAdaptabilityJudgment

Tools & Technologies

WordExcelPowerPointGenAI Tools

Industry Keywords

Fortune 500Corporate StrategyFinancial PerformanceBusiness TrendsOrganizational CulturePublic PolicyCommunity RelationsMedia Coverage AnalysisStakeholder EngagementCrisis Communication

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and execute strategic public-relations plans aligned to enterprise strategy and business leader priorities.
Oversee media relations for corporate functions including Tech and DAIO, Finance, HIMCO, Enterprise Risk Management, Sustainability and Community Relations; support quarterly earnings, financial results, investor-related news, and major business updates.
Develop messaging and materials, manage outreach, coordinate with senior leaders, prepare executive communications and provide media training and coaching as needed.
Create media-relations strategy for Community Relations. Partner with head of Community Relations and other stakeholders to drive impact through earned media and align messaging with enterprise priorities and brand narrative.
Develop news releases and talking points; manage executive interviews in support of Community Relations initiatives.
Manage media relations for significant issues including litigation, legislation, regulatory changes, real estate, jobs, and catastrophes.
Work with journalists and serve as a company spokesperson.
Track and analyze media coverage, provide insights to leadership, and contribute to regular reporting.
Partner across Enterprise Communications to ensure alignment and integration across channels.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of 10 years of experience in corporate communications, media relations, journalism, public relations, or a related field, within a large public company or Fortune 500 environment.
Proven ability to provide strategic communications counsel to senior executives and C-suite leaders.
Experience supporting corporate functions preferred.
Strong media-relations experience, including established media contacts and experience working with local, national and trade reporters on complex matters.
Ability to translate complex business topics, objectives and issues into clear communications strategy, messaging, and execution plans.
Demonstrated success managing multiple strategic communications initiatives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment while maintaining quality and sound judgment.
Excellent planning, organization, and prioritization skills, with the ability to adapt to changing business needs.
Strong interest in topics relevant to publicly traded companies, including corporate strategy, financial performance, business trends, organizational culture, and business-related public policy; financial-services experience a plus.
Exceptional writing, editing, proofreading, presentation, and storytelling skills, with the ability to adapt tone and style for varied audiences.
Experience using GenAI tools to improve workflow efficiency and understand how earned and owned media may inform AI-generated content about the company and industry.
Proficiency in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Four-year degree in Communications, Journalism, Business, Technology or a related field, or equivalent experience.

Benefits

Comp & perks

short-term or annual bonuses
long-term incentives
on-the-spot recognition