Become a Part of the NIKE, Inc. Team
NIKE, Inc. does more than outfit the world’s best athletes. It is a place to explore potential, obliterate boundaries and push out the edges of what can be. The company looks for people who can grow, think, dream and create. Its culture thrives by embracing diversity and rewarding imagination. The brand seeks achievers, leaders and visionaries. At NIKE, Inc. it’s about each person bringing skills and passion to a challenging and constantly evolving game.
Sr. Principal, Networks & Community Comms
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
NIKE, Inc. is hiring a Senior Principal of Communications supporting the company’s employee resource groups and diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) efforts. This role is based in Beaverton, Oregon at the company’s Philip H. Knight Campus (PHK) and is part of the broader
Employee Communications team, reporting into the Sr. Director, Global HR & Community Communications.
As the Sr. Principal, Networks & Community Comms, you will lead the communications strategy for NIKE’s employee resource groups at PHK and beyond, and provide executive communications support to NIKE’s Chief Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Officer and sit on their leadership team.
WHAT YOU WILL WORK ON
How can we highlight NIKE’s inclusive environment, one that’s grounded in sport, fuels innovation and helps every teammate feel part of something bigger? In this role, you'll collaborate closely with DEI leaders to understand their communication needs, challenges and objectives. In response, you’ll develop an internal communication strategy that ensures alignment with our overall corporate strategy.
You’ll build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, acting as a trusted advisor in all matters related to internal and external communication. You’ll work closely with your broader team to ensure synchronization of messaging and strategic priorities.
You’ll lead the creation and dissemination of relevant, timely and engaging content with the ultimate objectives of ensuring every employee feels seen and bringing our values to life inside our company – curating experiences and events that foster unity, recognition and share pride in who we are and what we stand for.
You’ll support global corporate communications strategies/events where appropriate, manage ad-hoc communications issues and create communications plans, track timelines and manage communications budget. You’ll also manage internal and external communications approval processes where appropriate.
WHO YOU WILL WORK WITH
You will work with a variety of key stakeholders, including the Chief DEI Officer and members of the DEI team, in particular the leads for the networks and external partnerships. As a member of the broader Employee Communications team, you’ll work with members of the Editorial team and the Experiences team. Employee Communications falls under Corporate Communications where you’ll also collaborate with Executive Communications and Media Relations. Given the global and matrixed nature of the role, you’ll likely work with other members of the Global Communications team, as needed.
WHAT YOU BRING
Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications or related discipline preferred. Will accept any suitable combination of education, experience, and training
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
10+ years of professional experience in high-profile corporate communications and/ or public relations roles, supporting globally branded organizations. Experience with big brands and footwear/apparel industry preferred.
Proven ability to develop and execute effective communication strategies tailored to diverse audiences.
Experience in high-profile communications, corporate communications, issues management, consumer and product communications, strategic planning, budgeting, and creative solutions.
Experience communicating to and working with senior executives to provide strategic counsel, clearly articulate ideas, successfully manage differing points of view and strengthen relationships and rapport across all levels of the organization.
Proven ability to communicate plans across a complex matrix on a corporate, regional and functional basis.
Passion for fostering a connected and engaged workforce.
We offer a number of accommodations to complete our interview process including screen readers, sign language interpreters, accessible and single location for in-person interviews, closed captioning, and other reasonable modifications as needed. If you discover, as you navigate our application process, that you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please complete the Candidate Accommodation Request Form.
OUR HIRING GAME PLAN
01 Apply
Our teams are made up of diverse skillsets, knowledge bases, inputs, ideas and backgrounds. We want you to find your fit – review job descriptions, departments and teams to discover the role for you.
02 Meet a Recruiter or Take an Assessment
If selected for a corporate role, a recruiter will reach out to start your interview process and be your main contact throughout the process. For retail roles, you’ll complete an interactive assessment that includes a chat and quizzes and takes about 10-20 minutes to complete. No matter the role, we want to learn about you – the whole you – so don’t shy away from how you approach world-class service and what makes you unique.
03 Interview
Go into this stage confident by doing your research, understanding what we are looking for and being prepared for questions that are set up to learn more about you, and your background.
