Job Description

We are looking for an ambitious, creative and results-driven Corporate Communications Senior Specialist to join our team supporting executive, business, and regional external communications. This role will also contribute to and support our broader editorial workflow.

A Day in the Life:

• Executive Communication: In partnership with the broader communications team, brainstorm, identify, and explore opportunities for Nordstrom leaders to connect with key stakeholders, including media, brand partners, and customers.
• Draft talking points, briefing documents, scripts, customer-facing communications, social media posts, and other materials for leaders throughout the business.
• Support executive participation in high-profile engagements and events, working closely with stakeholders to ensure preparation and maximize visibility and impact.
• Develop communication materials supporting internal and external executive announcements.
• Oversee the process for employee-led speaking engagements, ensuring thorough review and quality of all presentation materials.
• Business Storytelling: Provide external communication support for the company’s business priorities including services, technology, social impact initiatives, community partnerships and events, and corporate social responsibility efforts.
• Drive media relations efforts including pitching, responding to and tracking press inquiries, monitoring the competitive and industry landscape, and shifts in the media landscape.
• Stay current on evolving media trends and maintain relevant contacts and outlets for ongoing business storytelling.
• Support select administrative and reporting tasks on behalf of the team, including but not limited to media monitoring and analytics.
• Assist in preparing and supporting submissions for company awards and organizational recognition.
• Corporate Editorial: Support content strategy for editorial platforms including the Nordstrom Now blog, partnering with the broader team to develop assets for use across Nordstrom’s corporate channels.
• Partner closely with our internal communications to drive consistency and alignment across internal and external platforms.

You own this if you have:

• 5+ years experience in communications, public relations, public affairs or related fields
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to interface with senior leadership, quickly process and implement real-time feedback across a variety of materials.
• Proficiency in MS Office, Muck Rack, Cision and other PR tools. Basic graphic design skills a plus
• Proven ability to work in a fast paced and continuously evolving environment
• Ability to build strong relationships with peers and senior leadership across a diverse set of organizations and functions
• Strong attention to detail and follow through skills
• Strong organization and time management skills
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively
• Ability to adapt to changing environments

Location Requirements

• This role is hybrid, with an expectation of working onsite in the office 4 days per week.
• We will only consider candidates who are located within 50 miles of Seattle, WA.

We’ve got you covered…

Our employees are our most important asset and that’s reflected in our benefits. Nordstrom is proud to offer a variety of benefits to support employees and their families, including:

• Medical/Vision, Dental, Retirement and Paid Time Away

• Life Insurance and Disability

• Merchandise Discount and EAP Resources

A few more important points...

The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It’s not all-inclusive. There may be additional duties, responsibilities and qualifications for this job.

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Pay Range Details

The pay range(s) below has been provided in compliance with state specific laws. Pay ranges may be different for other locations.
Pay offers are dependent on the location, as well as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

$87,500.00 - $145,500.00 Annual

This position may be eligible for performance-based incentives/bonuses. Benefits include 401k, medical/vision/dental/life/disability insurance options, PTO accruals, Holidays, and more. Eligibility requirements may apply based on location, job level, classification, and length of employment. Learn more in the Nordstrom Benefits Overview by copying and pasting the following URL into your browser: https://careers.nordstrom.com/pdfs/Ben_Overview_16.pdf