Director of Strategic Communications
New York, NYOnsite8+ YOE
Summary
Leads external communications strategy for a nuclear energy company, owning investor relations, messaging, and narrative development. Partners with executives to align communications with technical progress, fundraising, and market positioning; requires 8-12+ years experience and strong technical/financial communication skills.
About the role
Responsibilities
Investor Relations & External Strategy
- Own development and execution of investor communication strategy, including positioning, messaging, and materials
- Lead creation and refinement of investor-facing content, including pitch decks, updates, and strategic communications
- Partner to support fundraising efforts, investor engagement, and external communications
- Prepare leadership for investor meetings, presentations, and external engagements
Strategic Messaging & Company Narrative
- Define and maintain Standard Nuclear’s external narrative, ensuring alignment with company strategy and execution
- Translate technical, operational, and financial progress into clear, credible messaging
- Ensure consistency of messaging across all external communications and materials
- Continuously refine positioning based on company progress and market feedback
Executive & Cross-Functional Partnership
- Work closely with executive leadership to shape messaging, positioning, and communication priorities
- Partner with engineering, operations, and finance teams to ensure communications are accurate and aligned with reality
- Act as a central point of coordination for external communications across the organization
Market Positioning & Stakeholder Insight
- Monitor industry trends, investor expectations, and competitive positioning
- Advise leadership on how to position the company within the broader nuclear and energy landscape
- Ensure messaging reflects both technical credibility and commercial relevance
Communications Infrastructure & Team Development
- Build and scale communications processes, tools, and frameworks as the company grows
- Establish standards for messaging, content development, and communication workflows
- Evaluate and manage external partners (e.g., PR firms, consultants) as needed
- Support development of a communications function over time
Skills & Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Communications, Engineering, or a related field
- 8–12+ years of experience in strategic communications, investor relations, consulting, or a related field
- Experience working with technical or industrial companies (energy, manufacturing, aerospace, defense, or similar)
- Proven experience supporting fundraising, investor communications, or executive-level messaging
- Strong ability to understand and communicate complex technical and operational topics
- Deep understanding of financial concepts, business strategy, and investor expectations
- Exceptional writing, editing, and presentation skills
- Strong judgment and ability to manage sensitive and high-visibility communications
- Experience working closely with executive leadership
Benefits
- Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Health Savings Account
- Disability and Life Insurance
- 401K Plan
- Paid Time Off, Holidays
Skills
Investor RelationsStrategic MessagingExecutive CommunicationsPitch DecksFundraising SupportFinancial ConceptsTechnical CommunicationWritingEditingPresentations