Corporate Communications CEO Positioning Senior Manager

Within Corporate Communications, our Strategy & Insights (S&I) organization designs the global, data‑driven earned media strategy that advances Accenture's reputation and business priorities. The CEO Positioning team plays a critical role in this mission by maximizing visibility for our Global CEO through strategic, insight‑led engagements with top‑tier media.

Senior Manager, CEO Positioning

Accenture is seeking a highly skilled, strategic, and proactive media relations leader to join our CEO Positioning team. In this high‑impact role, you will:

Job Responsibilities:

+ Lead the development and execution of a strategic earned media program designed to elevate Accenture's Global CEO across Tier‑1 global media outlets (print, digital, broadcast).

+ Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with influential journalists, producers, and editors; serve as a primary point of contact for media inquiries and proactive outreach.

+ Partner closely with Accenture's Office of the CEO, senior executives, outside agencies, and Corporate Communications colleagues across Media Relations, Investor & Analyst Relations, Insights, Strategy & Planning, and Global/Regional M+C teams.

+ Provide expert counsel to senior leaders on media strategy, narrative opportunities, and reputational considerations.

+ Develop compelling storylines, talking points, briefing materials, executive messages, and media event strategies.

+ Identify high‑impact opportunities across the external environment to advance Accenture's strategic priorities.

+ Collaborate closely with S&I Insights colleagues to integrate analytics, measurement, and performance data into narrative strategy and decision‑making.

+ Support amplification and integration of Accenture's Iconic Thought Leadership and CEO‑authored content.

Travel may be required based on CEO itinerary and major media events.

Basic Qualifications:

+ Bachelor's degree

+ Minimum of 10 years of experience in media relations, executive positioning, corporate communications, journalism, or related fields

+ Minimum of 5 years of experience working directly with Tier‑1 business media, securing high‑impact earned media coverage

+ Minimum of 5 years of experience advising senior executives and navigating complex matrixed organizations

Preferred Qualifications:

+ Exceptional communicator with strong executive presence and seasoned judgment.

+ Leadership presence:
Excel at working with senior leaders and providing strategic counsel and collaboration on behalf of the CEO.

+ Adept at building and sustaining relationships with top‑tier media; well‑versed in the drivers of positive earned media at the CEO and enterprise level.

+ Strong writing and storytelling skills, including message development and content creation for executive platforms.

+ Ability to translate complex business, technology, and economic topics into compelling narratives.

+ High level of agility; thrives in fast‑moving and high‑stakes environments.

+ Confident self‑starter who can work independently, prioritize effectively, and deliver under tight deadlines.

+ Skilled at leveraging data and insights to refine strategy and improve outcomes.

Compensation at Accenture varies depending on a wide array of factors, which may include but are not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, Accenture provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired as set forth below.

We anticipate this job posting will be posted until 03/11/2026.

Accenture offers a market competitive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability coverage, a 401(k) plan, bonus opportunities, paid holidays, and paid time off. See more information on our benefits here:

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Annual Salary Range

California                                            $132,500 to $271,000

Cleveland                                             $122,700 to $216,800

Colorado                                             $132,500 to $234,100

District of Columbia                          $141,100 to $249,300

Illinois                                                 …