Stryker Corporation

Senior Manager, External Affairs (remote)

Stryker Corporation$118K — $196K *
Media
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • 10+ years in media and public relations
  • Proficient in written, verbal, and presentation communications
  • Experience with crisis communications
  • Strong strategic planning and execution skills

Responsibilities

  • Lead public relations strategy for the Commercial division
  • Advise senior leaders on media relations and reputation management
  • Develop integrated communication strategies aligned with business goals
  • Manage media relations and crisis communication efforts
  • Build relationships with media and industry influencers
  • Create communications for executives and key stakeholders
  • Monitor public sentiment to protect corporate reputation

Benefits

  • Remote work flexibility
  • Opportunity to shape external communications strategy
  • Collaborative environment with cross-functional teams
  • Influence company reputation and thought leadership
  • Engagement with senior leadership and key stakeholders
Full Job Description
Work Flexibility: Remote

The Senior Manager, External Affairs serves as the strategic leader for external engagement in partnership with the divisional communications leader. This role drives proactive communications strategies to enhance reputation, strengthen relationships with external stakeholders, and elevate executive visibility. Core areas of focus include proactive and reactive external business engagements and initiatives, external executive communications, media relations, public relations, crisis communications, and industry engagement. The position requires a strategic thinker and hands-on executor who can both design high-impact external affairs strategies and deliver flawless execution in partnership with senior leaders, global communications, and cross-functional teams.

What you will do
  • Lead external affairs and public relations strategy for the Commercial division, supporting leadership, business units, innovation centers, and key product initiatives.
  • Serve as a trusted communications advisor to senior leaders on media relations, reputation management, executive communications, and external engagement.
  • Develop and execute integrated communication strategies that align with business objectives and enterprise communication priorities.
  • Manage media relations and crisis communications, including press materials, spokesperson preparation, media inquiries, and strategic response planning.
  • Build and strengthen relationships with media, journalists, industry influencers, and trade associations to enhance Stryker's visibility and thought leadership.
  • Create compelling executive and external communications, including speeches, statements, opinion pieces, and messaging for key stakeholders.
  • Protect and enhance corporate reputation by monitoring public sentiment, advising on communication strategies, and supporting business transformation initiatives.
  • Measure communication effectiveness while managing agency partners and collaborating across functions to continuously improve external communications and business impact.


What you need

Required:
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in media relations and public relations
  • Experience developing and delivering written, verbal, and presentation communications for internal and external audiences


Preferred:
  • MBA
  • Experience in executive communications and crisis communications, with a strong track record in strategic planning, execution and stakeholder engagement


United States of America Pay Ranges:
  • USN: $118,000 - $196,700 USD Annual
  • US5: $123,900 - $206,500 USD Annual
  • US10: $129,800 - $216,400 USD Annual
  • US15: $135,700 - $226,200 USD Annual
  • US20: $141,600 - $236,000 USD Annual
  • US30: $153,400 - $255,700 USD Annual
View the U.S. work location and transparency guide to find the pay range for your location.

Travel Percentage: 10%

About Stryker Corporation

Stryker Networks is a premier Information Technology partner providing IT managed services and database application development.

Stryker Corporation Careers

Joining Stryker Corporation means becoming part of a global team recognized for its commitment to innovation, leadership, and enhancing patient outcomes. As a leading medical technology company, Stryker is the perfect place to build a career that truly makes a difference.

Work You’ll Do

At Stryker, every position contributes to our mission of making healthcare better. Here, you will use your skills to work on transformative projects that improve lives across the globe. You will be part of a culture that thrives on growth, innovation, and leadership, and you will work alongside some of the brightest minds in the industry.

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Stryker offers a range of job opportunities, from internships that provide a stepping stone into high-impact roles to leadership positions that drive strategic direction. Our team members benefit from a work environment that supports professional growth and diversity training, ensuring everyone, regardless of background, can thrive.

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Our employees enjoy a collaborative atmosphere that fosters innovation and encourages professional development. With a commitment to leadership and diversity, Stryker ensures that all team members have the opportunity to grow and influence the company's future. Our global scale and dedication to impactful solutions make us leaders in medical technology.

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Stryker is dedicated to career development, offering extensive training, benefits, and resources to help you advance professionally. From networking opportunities to workshops on resume and interview skills, we support your journey every step of the way. Our career paths are as diverse as the innovative products we develop and the markets we serve.

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Learn more about Stryker Corporation
Size
46,000 employees
Market Cap
$91.9 billion
Industry
Net Income
$1.5 billion
Founded
2004
5 Year Trend
+8.6%
Revenue
$14.3 billion
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