griddable.io · 12 hours ago
Director, Executive Communications
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
10+ years expGriddable.io is seeking a dynamic executive communications leader to drive strategy and execution for Salesforce’s Chief Financial and Operating Officer. This role involves owning a high-impact executive communications program, serving as a trusted communications partner to senior leadership, and shaping clear narratives for high-visibility moments.
AnalyticsBig DataCloud Data ServicesData IntegrationInformation TechnologySaaSSoftware
Responsibilities
Lead executive communications strategy and execution across multiple portfolios, ensuring alignment with business priorities and delivery against key objectives
Develop clear, compelling, and audience-relevant communications by synthesizing business priorities, technical processes, and industry trends
Partner closely with senior executives, business leaders, project teams, and global communications colleagues to shape initiatives, refine messaging, and develop new ideas
Provide strategic counsel and creative communications solutions that influence decision-making and drive measurable results
Own and continuously improve executive communications processes, establishing best practices and operational rigor
Prepare and deliver executive presentations, advocating for communications strategies and ensuring leaders are set up for success in high-visibility moments
Manage resources across multiple portfolios, balancing priorities and timelines in a fast-paced environment
Use metrics, reporting, and insights to measure effectiveness, identify gaps, and inform continuous improvement
Qualification
Required
10+ years of communications experience supporting senior executives or high-profile spokespeople, with demonstrated success operating as a trusted partner and strategic advisor—not just a content producer
Proven track record leading complex, enterprise-wide, cross-functional communications programs in fast-paced, high-stakes environments
Strong executive presence with the judgment and confidence to advise and influence senior leaders in real time
Exceptional organizational skills to manage multiple concurrent priorities, navigate ambiguity, and deliver high-quality work on tight timelines
Strength in packaging content across a range of channels, including written communications, presentations, speeches, video scripting, and media messaging
Strategic and critical thinker with a creative, solutions-oriented approach to problem solving
Knowledge of the technology/software industry
Alignment with Salesforce values of trust, customer success, innovation, equality, and sustainability
Preferred
Financial communications experience a bonus
Company
griddable.io
Griddable.io is a San Jose, CA based SaaS startup that closed Series A funding in 2017 from August Capital, Artiman Ventures, and Carsten Thoma, founding CEO of Hybris (acquired by SAP).
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
$8M2019-01-28Acquired
2018-02-28Series A· $8M
Leadership Team
Burton Hipp
VP of Engineering/Founder
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