Executive Speechwriter
About the Company
Trusted to transform missions with the power of tomorrow’s technologies, Booz Allen Hamilton advances the nation’s most critical civil, defense, and national security priorities. We lead, invest, and invent where it’s needed most—at the forefront of complex missions, using innovation to define the future. We combine our in-depth expertise in AI and cybersecurity with leading-edge technology and engineering practices to deliver impactful solutions. Combining more than 100 years of strategic consulting expertise with the perspectives of diverse talent, we ensure results by integrating technology with an enduring focus on our clients. We’re first to the future—moving missions forward to realize our purpose: Empower People to Change the World®.
About the Job
Serve as the principal writer for all internal and external communications by C-suite executives, including crafting inspirational speeches, compelling remarks, thought provoking op-eds, written internal and external communications, and video scripts.
Responsibilities
Develop a framework for messaging and storytelling that aligns with the company's verbal identity, ensuring consistent messaging across all written content
Create and produce compelling, inspirational, and high-quality content for written products and scripts
Ensure proper tone, cadence, and voice for the intended audience, ranging from media, government, investors, industry, the public, and employees
Conduct research and collaborate with Booz Allen subject matter experts on specific topics ranging from emerging technology to national security issues to be included in speeches and written products
Work closely with the company’s leadership and serve as a strategist and advisor, preparing the principal for speaking engagements
Set and manage content development timelines aligned to goals and deadlines
Anticipate the communication requirements and suggest strategies and content proactively, working closely with both internal and external stakeholders
Qualifications
10+ years of experience with executive speechwriting in corporate communications, government public affairs, or public relations
Experience capturing a principal’s voice effectively and ensuring communications resonate for the targeted audience
Experience performing independent research, verifying facts rapidly, and producing communications outputs on tight deadlines
Experience using Office365 Product Suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams
Ability to write in a clear, non-technical, accessible, compelling, authentic, and accurate way about a broad range of issues
Ability to maintain the highest level of confidentiality and discretion in handling sensitive material concerning the organization and the principal's role within the organization
Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, or Communications
