Director - Premier Strategic Communications Firm - Washington, DC

Monday Talent, LLC; Washington, Baltimore (District of Columbia, MD); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Monday Talent, LLC in Washington, DC is seeking a Director of strategic communications to guide high-stakes client campaigns across financial services, tech, healthcare, and energy sectors. You will lead cross‑functional teams, shape messaging, and deliver results in complex, high-visibility situations.

The ideal candidate has 6+ years in strategic communications or related fields, strong media relations experience, and a proven ability to manage client relationships and deadlines in a hybrid

Qualifications

• 6+ years in strategic communications or related fields.
• Expert in earned media, issues advocacy, crisis or litigation communications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to translate complex information into clear messaging.
• Strong leadership and project management; able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute communications strategies for clients across industries.
• Lead integrated campaigns across public affairs, digital advocacy, crisis communication, and stakeholder engagement.
• Oversee day-to-day client work, manage account teams, and coordinate with external partners and stakeholders.
• Work closely with senior leadership to develop messaging and manage communications around high-profile matters.

Skills

Strategic communications

Media relations

Public affairs

Leadership

Job description

An established strategic communications firm is looking for a Director to join its team. With nearly three decades of experience advising high-profile clients, the firm specializes in crisis and reputation management, public affairs, litigation communications, and media relations. They are looking for a strategic and proactive communicator who can navigate complex issues, think on their feet, and deliver results in high-profile situations.

This is a great opportunity to join a collaborative, people-focused agency that values fresh perspectives, professional growth, and teamwork. The firm encourages employees to take ownership of their work, contribute to meaningful projects, and grow within the company. With a flexible hybrid schedule, generous benefits, and the chance to work on high-profile projects, the team offers an environment where employees can make a real impact while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

In this role, you will work alongside senior executives to develop communications strategies for clients across financial services, technology, healthcare, energy, as well as other industries. The team is looking for someone who brings strong media relations experience and the ability to lead campaigns, manage client relationships, and provide thoughtful strategic recommendations.

The Role:

• Develop and execute communications strategies that help clients navigate complex issues, strengthen their reputations, and reach key audiences.
• Lead integrated campaigns across public affairs, digital advocacy, crisis communication, and stakeholder engagement.
• Oversee day-to-day client work, manage account teams, and coordinate with external partners and stakeholders to ensure projects run smoothly.
• Work closely with senior leadership and clients to develop messaging, provide strategic recommendations, and manage communications around high-profile matters.

The Ideal Candidate:

• 6+ years of experience in strategic communications, public affairs, crisis communications, or related fields, ideally within an agency, government, legal, or political environment.
• Demonstrated expertise in earned media, issues advocacy, crisis or litigation communications, with an understanding of policy and regulatory environments and experience engaging influential stakeholders.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex information into clear, compelling messaging for diverse audiences.
• Strong organizational and leadership skills, with experience managing multiple priorities, overseeing teams, and delivering high-quality work under tight deadlines.

Location: Washington, DC (Hybrid)

Salary: $100,000 - $125,000, depending on experience