Director, Corporate Communications

The role

The Director, Corporate Communications will lead and elevate the corporate communications function within the President's Office. This leader will shape internal and external communications, manage the corporate brand, and lead crisis communications readiness.

What you will do

• Define and execute internal communications strategy and enhance channels
• Partner with the President and executives to translate strategic priorities into messages
• Establish editorial standards, governance, and operating rhythms
• Work with The Pokémon Company, Japan PR team for consistent global messaging
• Own the external corporate brand, employer brand, and social responsibility narrative
• Lead crisis communications planning and response
• Recruit, develop, and lead a small team in Bellevue and London
• Build a scalable global communications function

Required qualifications

• 12+ years of experience leading and executing comprehensive corporate communications strategies
• 5+ years of global leadership experience
• Proven track record of redesigning and modernizing communication platforms
• Ability to translate ideas into detailed, executable plans
• Strong cross-functional business acumen
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, SharePoint, and content/analytics tools
• Ability to independently develop and deliver high-quality communication products without reliance on contractors or agencies

Nice to have

• International work experience
• Proficiency in graphic design and presentation development tools

Benefits

• Competitive cash-based compensation programs
• 100% employer-paid healthcare premiums
• Generous paid family leave
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Employer-paid long and short-term income protection insurance
• 401k Employer Matching (US Employees)
• Pension Employer Contributions (UK/IRE/MX Employees)
• Fitness reimbursement
• Commuter benefit
• LinkedIn learning
• Comprehensive relocation package for certain roles

Before you apply

• For roles in the United Kingdom, candidates will need the right to work
• For roles in Ireland, candidates must have the right to live and work in the Republic of Ireland

About the company

The Pokémon Company International manages the Pokémon property outside of Asia and is responsible for brand management, licensing and marketing, the Pokémon Trading Card Game, the animated TV series, home entertainment, and the official Pokémon website.