Who We Are
At Kyndryl, we design, build, manage and modernize the mission-critical technology systems that the world depends on every day. So why work at Kyndryl? We are always moving forward - always pushing ourselves to go further in our efforts to build a more equitable, inclusive world for our employees, our customers and our communities.
The Role
The Kyndryl Associate Director, Thought Leadership is a member of the Corporate Affairs discipline, serving as a trusted and experienced writer and editor on the Thought Leadership Center of Excellence. In this capacity, this individual will support the development of content that provides shape and context to Kyndryl's voice in the broader market. Primarily, this involves crafting cogent and compelling corporate narratives and position papers that reflect Kyndryl's point of view on critical and emerging topics, including the areas impacted by the rise in enterprise adoption of artificial intelligence, skilling and talent retention in an increasingly digitized world, the impact of policy on the tech environment, the rise of quantum computing, other transformative technologies, and much more. Altogether, this work helps build a bank of knowledge that people throughout the company use to effectively articulate Kyndryl's point of view. Reporting to the Director of Thought Leadership, this role will be pivotal in shaping our voice and advancing Kyndryl's position as an industry leader.
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Key responsibilities include:
- Narrative Development: Collaborate with the Director of Thought Leadership to craft high-impact corporate narratives that articulate the company's perspective on strategic issues and technological innovations.
- Research and Insights: Work closely with subject matter experts and business leaders to distill complex ideas into clear, engaging, and strategic messaging.
- Content Strategy: Develop frameworks and key messages that inform content creation across channels, including reports, owned media articles, and earned opportunities.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Marketing, PR, and Kyndryl Consult to ensure narrative consistency across all external communications.
- Trend Monitoring: Stay informed about industry developments and emerging technologies to proactively identify narrative opportunities.
Your future at Kyndryl
Becoming a member of the Corporate Affairs discipline at Kyndryl is an excellent gateway to many different paths. You'll be creating a well-rounded skillset while gaining professional experience. You can evolve horizontally into other technical or non-technical areas or you can move vertically. There are many different types of roles, so everyone can find the opportunity that suits them best.
Kyndryl currently does not require employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, however, if you are hired to work at a client, customer, or partner location, you may be required to show proof of vaccination to align with their respective COVID-19 vaccination policies. Those who believe they are eligible may apply for a medical or religious accommodation prior to the start of employment.
Who You Are
You're good at what you do and possess the required experience to prove it. However, equally as important - you have a growth mindset; keen to drive your own personal and professional development. You're naturally inclusive in how you work with others.
Required Skills, Experience and Circumstances:
- 10+ years of journalistic background or experience, or editorial development of thought leadership in a similar industry.
- Exceptional editing skills, with a knack for synthesizing complex ideas.
- Strong collaboration skills and the ability to work with cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders.
- A strategic mindset and the ability to align narratives with corporate goals and market trends.
The compensation range for the position in the U.S. is $116,760 to $221,880 based on a full-time schedule. Your actual compensation may vary depending on your geography, job-related skills and experience. For part time roles, the compensation will be adjusted appropriately. The pay or salary range will not be below any applicable state, city or local minimum wage requirement.
There is a different applicable compensation range for the following work locations:
California:$128,400 to $266,040
Colorado: $116,760 to $221,880
New York City: $140,040 to $266,040
Washington: $128,400 to $243,960
Washington DC:$128,400 to $243,960
This position will be eligible for Kyndryl's discretionary annual bonus program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Kyndryl's applicable plans. You may also receive a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical and dental coverage, disability, retirement benefits, paid leave, and paid time off. Note: If this is a sales commission eligible role, you will be eligible to participate in a sales commission plan in lieu of the annual discretionary bonus program.
Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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Being You
Diversity is a whole lot more than what we look like or where we come from, it's how we think and who we are. We welcome people of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. But we're not doing it single-handily: Our Kyndryl Inclusion Networks are only one of many ways we create a workplace where all Kyndryls can find and provide support and advice. This dedication to welcoming everyone into our company means that Kyndryl gives you - and everyone next to you - the ability to bring your whole self to work, individually and collectively, and support the activation of our equitable culture. That's the Kyndryl Way.
What You Can Expect
With state-of-the-art resources and Fortune 100 clients, every day is an opportunity to innovate, build new capabilities, new relationships, new processes, and new value. Kyndryl cares about your well-being and prides itself on offering benefits that give you choice, reflect the diversity of our employees and support you and your family through the moments that matter - wherever you are in your life journey. Our employee learning programs give you access to the best learning in the industry to receive certifications, including Microsoft, Google, Amazon, Skillsoft, and many more. Through our company-wide volunteering and giving platform, you can donate, start fundraisers, volunteer, and search over 2 million non-profit organizations. At Kyndryl, we invest heavily in you, we want you to succeed so that together, we will all succeed.
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