Strategic Communications Lead for Internal & Executive

MetLife, Inc.; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 129,000 - 168,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan

401(k) with employer matching

Life insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

MetLife, Inc. is seeking a Lead Communications Strategist within Global Marketing & Communications.

This role partners with the Chief Legal Officer and Head of Government Relations to shape leadership messaging, drive internal and external engagements, and deliver disciplined execution of communications initiatives. You will combine strategic thinking with hands-on delivery, leveraging AI-enabled tools and analytics to strengthen planning, content development, and measurement, while ensuring

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in corporate communications or related fields.
• Excellent writing, editing, storytelling, and messaging with metrics.
• Strong project management with confidentiality and attention to detail.
• Familiarity with internal channels, digital platforms, and analytics for engagement.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic communications counsel to the Chief Legal Officer and Head of Government Relations for engagements.
• Develop and execute internal communications strategies to support priorities and engagement.
• Create messaging, plans, and content for employee communications, town halls, and change initiatives.
• Use channels and metrics to improve message reach, effectiveness, and engagement.

Skills

Strategic communications

Employee communications

Writing and storytelling

Project management

Internal channels & analytics

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Communications/Journalism/Public Relations/English

Tools

AI-enabled productivity tools

Job description

MetLife, Inc. is seeking a Lead Communications Strategist within Global Marketing & Communications.

This role partners with the Chief Legal Officer and Head of Government Relations to shape leadership messaging, drive internal and external engagements, and deliver disciplined execution of communications initiatives. You will combine strategic thinking with hands-on delivery, leveraging AI-enabled tools and analytics to strengthen planning, content development, and measurement, while ensuring