Communications Specialist

About This Role

This Communications Specialist role is at the center of executive communications, external communications, and internal engagement at WatchGuard Technologies. You will work closely with senior leadership, including the CEO, to ensure messaging is clear, consistent, and impactful, while also helping drive a strong, connected culture within the Seattle headquarters. This hands-on role suits someone who can move fast, manage multiple stakeholders, and bring structure and creativity to how communications are done, ideally with an AI-first mindset.

Responsibilities

• Support CEO and executive communications, including messaging, social content, speaking opportunities, and event preparation
• Partner with leadership to develop authentic, high-impact LinkedIn and external content
• Coordinate logistics and messaging for executive participation in media and industry engagements
• Manage and execute company-wide town halls in partnership with executive leadership
• Own internal communications cadence (announcements, updates, storytelling, events)
• Lead employee engagement initiatives, including internal awards and recognition programs
• Help shape and maintain a strong, connected office culture within the Seattle HQ
• Plan and execute Employee Advocacy activities that increase brand awareness
• Support PR and other Communications activities where Seattle-based executive coordination is required
• Help manage award submissions and track recognition opportunities
• Assist with press materials, briefing preparation, and general communications operations for key Seattle-based executives
• Support ongoing content creation for key executives and leaders (e.g., blogs, social posts, podcasts, thought leadership)
• Ensure messaging aligns with WatchGuard’s brand voice and strategic priorities
• Identify creative ways to leverage content in executive communications
• Bring structure to communications workflows, calendars, and processes
• Leverage AI tools to increase speed, quality, and scale of content and communications
• Continuously identify ways to improve efficiency and impact across communications efforts

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in communications, PR, corporate communications, or related field
• Strong writing and editing skills across formats (executive voice, social, internal, PR)
• Demonstrated use of AI tools (e.g., for content creation, workflow automation, or research)
• Experience supporting senior executives or leadership teams
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational and project management skills