Internal Communications Senior Manager, Mergers & Acquistions (M&A)

U.S. Communications team has an opening for a Sr. communications professional to focus on Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) communications.
The M&A Communications Senior Manager (M&A CSM) and his/her team will provide dedicated communications support to the Office of the M&A Managing Partner, his Chief of Staff, and other senior M&A leadership, including leads of MACS, MATS, and M&A FAS.  In addition, the M&A CSM and team will provide selective and strategically prioritized delivery of advisory, writing, and additional production and coordinative services to other M&A leaders and specialized internal clients, including Strategic Initiative Executive Sponsors, industry sector leaders, and client leadership partners on certain select accounts.  
The M&A CSM will identify strategic and tactical communications needs in relation to achieving internal and external business objectives and then develop detailed plans, budgets, and resource requirements for executing that work.  This individual will both
implement projects and manage others in implementation efforts.  Following M&A leadership's recent approval of a robust and dedicated internal communications support system, the M&A CSM is charged with setting up an M&A IC infrastructure and delivery system that carries out a broad range of communications services, including plan development, editorial services, electronic media, live events, and strategic messaging (See Key Role Responsibilities). The M&A CSM will supervise a team of other staff communications professionals and outside contractors, as needed, and will collaborate with members of the entire M&A extended communications network.  The M&A CSM will report to the M&A IC Lead and will have regular interaction with the M&A Chief of Staff.  There also will be significant teaming and coordination with peers in other functions and industry groups throughout the Deloitte network.
 
The key performance objective of this position is his/her ability to launch a strategically aligned internal
communications program that fits goals and approved action steps outlined in the M&A IC Refresh, including building a team and an interconnected network of digital communications vehicles and tools to deliver that program, and simultaneously managing and coordinating a number of complex internal communications projects within stringent quality, timeline, and budget parameters.
Key Responsibilities:
• Develop and implement internal communications strategy and planning that aligns with the M&A Vision and Strategy and supports specific internal and business objectives related to the Vision and Strategy
• Develop a trusted communications advisor/coach/support relationship with the M&A Managing Partner, his Chief of Staff, and other senior M&A leadership, including leads of MACS, MATS, M&A FAS
• Enhance M&A Leadership's internal communications to improve message coordination, relevance, clarity, consistency, and context
• Possess or develop deep understanding and perspective on the M&A
marketplace, the specific businesses and objectives of all practice segments (e.g., MACS, MATS, FAS), and other relevant insights that will promote optimal program results
• Utilize appropriate communications software needed to perform tasks efficiently: all aspects of Microsoft Office and ancillary tools, intranets, digital platforms, and Web-based communication tools
• Gain the respect and trust of M&A leaders and professionals, becoming recognized as a knowledgeable and trusted advocate for M&A communications quality and effectiveness; always representing the practice's best interests
• Onboard, lead, and manage the "right team"-a high-performing, market-knowledgeable, and well-respected team of communication professionals either dedicated or contributing to M&A IC programs
• Assess existing vehicles and projects with an eye to maximize efficiency, ensure clarity, eliminate redundancy, and instill message consistency
• Develop protocols and guidelines for service approach and work
products that result in maximum efficiency, consistency, and coordination
• Work closely and effectively with the U.S. Tax IC Lead, Tax Chief Communications Officers, the extended M&A communications network, and with other communications professionals involved in U.S. Communication initiatives
• Collaborate with the M&A marketing group to leverage program awareness and synergies
• Offer a clearly defined portfolio of effective communications services:
        Strategy and planning (aligned with practice business objectives)
        Advisory (vehicle selection, message tone and content)
        Writing (talking points, scripts, e-newsletters, emails, blogs)
        Service toolkits (style guide, branding, templates, protocols)
        Electronic media (e-newsletters, portals, video, webcasts)
        Project coordination (digital platforms, design, events, production)
        Production and distribution (mail list development, handling distribution activities, reporting and
documenting results)
• Create an M&A Weekly electronic newsletter to cover critical practice-wide news and information in a reader-friendly format
• Collaborate with key stakeholder groups to redesign and manage portal offerings, making these sites more consolidated, effective, and user-friendly information resources
• Develop toolkits and templates for ensuring important messages are cascaded efficiently and effectively throughout all practice levels
• Establish regular feedback mechanisms to regularly measure effectiveness of communication strategy and projects through inclusive research/analysis and commit to correct course as required
• Assess and implement change management process for further developments in M&A internal communications organization, infrastructure, and programs
• Demonstrate professional rigor, willingness to innovate, and high levels of service delivery standards (e.g., quality work, responsiveness, follow-through, good listening skills, market awareness, change
adaptability)
• Support execution of all clients' communications plans by ensuring that communications are developed, approved, and distributed in a timely manner
• Coordinate all necessary approvals within M&A and, when appropriate, cross-functionally, including at the leadership level
 
 

• Strong organizational communications skills and background
• Effective team leadership capabilities
• Compelling interest in/background in M&A marketplace and business
• Proven experience and comfort level working at senior levels of an organization
• Strong sense of responsibility and accountability for the success of the M&A practice, its leaders, and the M&A Internal Communications program
• Strong interpersonal relationship skills and ability to build consensus
• Effective, independent thinker and worker
• Exceptional organizational skills
• Superlative track record in creative and innovative plans and programs
• Excellent writing and editing skills
• Strong
project management skills; able to work independently on multiple assignments while maintaining top quality deliverables
• Works well under pressure and effectively and professionally handles tough issues
• Effective listener with proven ability to understand and meet client communications needs
• Sense of urgency and responsiveness
 
 
Education & Professional Qualifications
 
Education
• Minimum of B.A./B.S. degree; degree or specialization in Communications, Marketing, English, or Business a plus
Work Experience
• Minimum of 10 years relevant communications experience
• Additional knowledge of/work experience in M&A would be particularly valued
• Experience in professional services necessary
• Minimum of 5 years experience managing and mentoring direct reports/teams
 
Other
• Strong leadership presence; personable and credible
• Strong independent thinker and worker
• Superlative project management skills, writing and editing skills
• Flexible
thinker and creative problem solver
• Works well under pressure, able to manage multiple projects
• Courteous, diplomatic leader with demonstrated abilities in effective issue resolution 


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