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Position Summary

Global Technology Communications Office at Sony Group Corporation is seeking a candidate with a strong communications background to lead and support Sony Group Corporation CTO’s communication efforts to the global technology and creator communities. The Group CTO oversees setting the vision and direction for the Sony Group R&D Ecosystem, which include R&D divisions at the headquarters as well as the respective business units under Sony Group Corporation.

The primary role of this position is to understand the CTO’s vision and direction and to develop communication strategies and materials to best convey them to the global audience. This person must have strong affinity and understanding of the latest technologies and trends, as well as the ability to develop tailored messages according to the audiences that spans from those in the financial, technology and creative sectors.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop a comprehensive communication strategy aimed at a global audience for the CTO
• Write relevant papers (op-eds, etc) for CTO and staff members, as well as press releases
• Develop presentations, keynotes, and speeches for the CTO
• Create and manage global speaking engagement calendar
• Create and maintain any relevant websites
• Coordinate closely with communication and PR teams globally
• Develop tailored messaging according to the audiences that span the financial, technology and creative sectors

Qualifications For Position

Your qualifications and experience should include: 

• Ability to develop communication strategies and materials catered to the audiences across various sectors including financial, technical and entertainment
• Excellent communication and relationship management skills
• Experience working in a multinational and multicultural organization (experience working for a C-Level Executives is preferred)
• Experience organizing events (eg. announcements) as well as creating communication assets (PPT, Videos, Web and Social)
• Master’s degree in Communications or similar area and/or equivalent work experience
• Experience managing and leading a team in Communications
• 10+ years of work experience in areas such Corporate Communications, PR and/or IR for a Technology company
• Experience working with and managing external agencies
• Has broad understanding of the technology landscape including emerging technology such as AI (Experience working for an AI company is a plus)
• Good team leader as well as team player who has the skillsets to coordinate and drive initiatives involving cross functional/regional teams and multiple stakeholders
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English (Business level Japanese is a plus)

In addition to competitive pay and benefits, we offer an environment and culture that promotes Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. We are committed to creating an inclusive employee experience for you to thrive as part of Sony’s purpose to “fill the world with emotion through the power of creativity and technology”. 

 

Benefits:    

  

SCA offers benefits-eligible employees (generally regular employees scheduled to work 20 or more hours a week) a comprehensive benefits program that offers coverage and support for employees and their family’s physical, emotional, and financial well-being.   

 

What we offer you: 

• Employee assistance plan and comprehensive behavioral health benefits 
• Fertility benefits, including surrogacy, and adoption assistance programs   
• Voluntary benefits such as group legal, identity theft protection, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance 
• Paid parental and caregiver leave   
• Basic and supplemental life insurance for employees as well as supplemental life insurance coverage for their spouses/domestic partners and children  
• Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage with coverage for spouses/domestic partners and child dependents, including access to a Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) 
• 401(k) Plan with pre-tax, Roth, and after-tax options and company match which vests immediately  
• Short-term & long-term disability plans  
• Education assistance and student loan programs   

Other Programs:  

• Referral bonuses (subject to eligibility)   
• Employee stock purchase plan (Sony covers commissions and fees for your Sony stock purchases made through after-tax payroll deductions)   
• Time off to include vacation, paid holidays, sick leave, Summer Fridays (early release), and a winter break between Christmas and New Year’s Day (based on business needs) 
• Matching gift program   
• Flexible Work Arrangements, including hybrid work schedules
• Annual incentive bonus
• Special discounts on Sony products, offered exclusively to Sony employees    
• A wide variety of employee business resource groups (EBRGs)

The anticipated annual base salary for this position is $140,000 to $165,000. This range does not include any other compensation components or other benefits that an individual may be eligible for.  The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include as applicable, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job.  

Sony is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy), gender, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, military status, status as a veteran or disabled veteran, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or family status, genetic information, medical condition, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law, ordinance, or regulation.

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