Senior Director of Corporate Communications

Whether you come from a background in corporate communications, public relations, journalism, or public affairs, you can be successful in this role. We don’t require a specific degree or experience, but we’re looking for translatable skills and relevant expertise. We will provide you with the support and opportunities needed to make a meaningful impact here.

About The Role:

As the Senior Director of Corporate Communications, you’ll lead the strategy and execution of Veterans United’s external communications, helping protect and elevate our reputation nationwide. You’ll shape how our story is told across media, government, community, and industry audiences while serving as a trusted spokesperson for the company. This role blends strategic leadership with hands-on execution, guiding a high-performing communications function and ensuring our voice is consistent, credible, and aligned with company priorities.

Here’s a snapshot of what you’d be doing:

• Proactively securing earned media by building strong relationships with national, regional, and industry reporters and pitching compelling stories that spotlight Veterans United and its family of brands.

• Serving as a primary company spokesperson across traditional and digital media, industry forums, and community settings.

• Developing and executing corporate communications strategies that strengthen brand reputation and influence key external stakeholders.

• Partnering with senior leaders to craft thought leadership content, speeches, talking points, and op-eds that support business and mission-driven goals.

• Managing and mentoring the Communications Manager, providing coaching, direction, and oversight of daily work.

• Building and maintaining relationships with elected officials, policymakers, and community leaders to position Veterans United as a trusted voice in housing, veterans’ affairs, and financial services.

• Collaborating closely with internal communications, marketing, SEO, and content teams to ensure message alignment and maximize external reach.

• Leading media monitoring, measurement, and reporting to assess the impact of earned coverage.

• Developing and activating crisis communication plans to protect the company’s reputation and reinforce stakeholder trust.

• Pitching in wherever needed to strengthen the team, culture, and overall success of the organization.

About You:

• You bring strong written and verbal communication skills and know how to tailor messages for different audiences.

• You thrive in fast-paced, results-driven environments and stay steady through change.

• You excel at building trust and forming highly collaborative relationships across teams and external partners.

• You approach challenges with sound judgment, analytical thinking, and thoughtful decision-making.

• You handle conflict and sensitive situations with professionalism and care.

• You have a passion for delivering excellent service to both internal partners and external stakeholders.

• You bring deep experience in corporate communications, public affairs, or media relations, ideally with 8 or more years in the field.

• You have a proven track record of securing national media coverage and maintaining strong media relationships.

• You’re confident engaging with senior leaders, elected officials, and civic partners.

• You’re an experienced people leader who enjoys developing and coaching others.

• You show up consistently and can be counted on to get the job done.

About Us:

We’re all about helping Veterans and military families become homeowners. In two short decades, we closed over 500,000 VA Loans and became the #1 VA lender for homebuyers in the nation. But to us, success isn’t measured in numbers. Our success is measured in living our every day: Be Passionate and Have Fun, Deliver Results with Integrity and Enhance Lives Every Day. We always strive to provide friendly service to military homebuyers and their families. And we always seek to lift up people and communities across the country.

We’re so glad you’re here checking out this opportunity! If this role gets you excited but you’re worried you don’t check every box – don't sweat it. We’re more interested in what you can bring to the team than a perfect checklist. If you’re passionate, driven, and ready to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you. Come as you are, and together we’ll create something amazing.

Interested? Apply Today!

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Veterans United Home Loans and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity Employers that consider all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, transgender status, and sexual orientation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.