Director, Communications

Walmart•Bentonville, AR

3d•$110,000 - $220,000

About The Position

Walmart is seeking a dynamic and strategic Director of Communications to join the International Communications team. In this role, you will lead the development and execution of integrated communications strategies across global markets, driving media engagement, impactful storytelling, and seamless collaboration with in-market teams to elevate Walmart’s brand worldwide. You will also play a pivotal role in advancing Walmart International’s government relations, public affairs, and corporate affairs agenda. The ideal candidate is a strategic communicator with a global mindset, adept at navigating complex stakeholder environments, and passionate about positioning Walmart as an unrivaled global brand. What you'll do... Lead Through Influence with Global Market Teams: Invest in relationships with in-country communications teams, contributing to collaboration as a true international communications team. Work closely with communications leads in each international market to identify compelling stories, align messaging, and support local initiatives with global relevance. Integrate Brand-First Enterprise Storytelling: Bring our international narrative to life through media stories that highlight Walmart’s impact, innovation, and commitment to customers, associates, and communities around the world. Work with peer teams within International and Global Communications to extend those stories beyond media into internal channels across the enterprise. Strengthen External Engagement: Ensure communications alignment on global government and public affairs interactions are conducted in compliance with applicable protocols, company policies, and in coordination with the appropriate Corporate Affairs teams. Embrace AI-Driven Transformation: As a leader in Global Communications, you will be expected to champion the thoughtful integration of artificial intelligence into the way we work—helping our team evolve, adapt, and lead in an increasingly AI-enabled communications environment. Drive Innovation: Stay informed on trends and emerging technologies relevant to corporate communications, international affairs, media relations, content creation, and reputation management.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Business, or related field and 5 years’ experience in public relations, communications, or relevant area OR 7 years’ experience in public relations, communications, or relevant area.
2 years’ supervisory experience or experience leading cross-functional teams.

Nice To Haves

experience working as a staff member of a government official
Master's degree in Journalism, Communications, Public Relations, or related field
Working in a global environment

Responsibilities

Partner with in-market, global, and enterprise communications teams on sensitive issues, ensuring timely and coordinated messaging on key topics.
Collaborate with Corporate Affairs teams to ensure consistent management, oversight, and communications alignment of global government relations and public affairs initiatives.
Track media coverage and sentiment, providing regular analysis and actionable insights to leadership.
Build strong and trusting relationships with team members, business partners, and external stakeholders.
Communicate with impact and listen attentively to motivate, influence, and inspire commitment and action across global markets.
Bring Walmart’s purpose — helping people save money so they can live better — to life across the globe
Serve as a high-level company spokesperson and as a primary point of contact for media requests.
Develop and maintain relationships with key journalists and media outlets covering Walmart International.
Prepare and support Walmart leaders as spokespeople by developing briefing materials, talking points, and providing media training as required.
Craft media materials, press releases, social media posts, op-eds, and other digital content to drive engagement and reinforce Walmart’s reputation.

Benefits

At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet.
Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage.
Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance.
Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting.
Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more.
You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable.
For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices.
Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms.
For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.
The annual salary range for this position is $110,000.00 - $220,000.00
Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses.
Additional compensation for certain positions may also include : - Stock