Global Communications Lead & Strategic Storyteller

MetLife; Cary (NC); Hybrid; USD 93,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Life insurance & legal services

Parental leave

Job summary

MetLife, in Cary, NC, seeks a Lead Communications Strategist to advance Global Technology & Operations priorities through clear, compelling storytelling across internal and external channels. You will partner with executive leaders and support a global audience, including operations and corporate real estate, to strengthen alignment and engagement.

You will translate complex technology and business topics into accessible content, lead the Triangle Tech X conference communications, and drive

Qualifications

• Excellent writing and editing skills; able to simplify complex priorities into clear stories for diverse audiences.
• Strategic counsel to senior leaders in a global, matrixed organization.
• Strong cross-cultural collaboration and relationship management.
• Superior project-management; handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in public relations and social media with integrated internal/external comms.

Responsibilities

• Serve as lead communications partner to senior leaders and counsel on messaging and delivery.
• Develop and execute integrated internal and external comms strategies across channels.
• Strengthen employee engagement globally across frontline and operations teams.
• Enhance MetLife’s reputation through PR, social media and thought leadership for conferences like Triangle Tech X.
• Manage multiple priorities and stakeholder relationships across regions and functions.

Skills

Excellent writing

Strategic counsel to senior leaders

Verbal communication & presentation

Relationship management

Project management

Public relations & social media

Bachelor's degree in communications/PR

Education

Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, public relations, English or related field

Job description

MetLife, in Cary, NC, seeks a Lead Communications Strategist to advance Global Technology & Operations priorities through clear, compelling storytelling across internal and external channels. You will partner with executive leaders and support a global audience, including operations and corporate real estate, to strengthen alignment and engagement.

You will translate complex technology and business topics into accessible content, lead the Triangle Tech X conference communications, and drive