About McChrystal Group:
McChrystal Group is a leadership and management consulting firm that partners with executive teams to solve their most complex performance and coordination challenges. Founded in 2011 by General (Ret.) Stanley McChrystal, we help organizations operate with the speed, alignment, and cohesion required to succeed in dynamic environments.
Our work is rooted in the Team of Teams® framework—a leadership system developed from General McChrystal’s transformation of the Joint Special Operations Command. We believe that enduring performance depends not just on strategy, but on how effectively leaders, teams, and systems work together under pressure.
McChrystal Group consultants work on small, high-impact teams tackling challenges that matter. You’ll work shoulder to shoulder with senior executives, world-class advisors, and teammates who take pride in the quality, integrity, and purpose of their work. The pace is demanding, the problems are complex, and the impact is tangible. People join McChrystal Group because they want to grow as leaders and do work that makes a difference.
The Opportunity
The Communications & Marketing Strategist plays a critical supporting role in shaping how McChrystal Group shows up in the world. This is an ideal role for a strong writer and communicator who is ready to move beyond execution alone and contribute to strategy, storytelling, and brand-building in a meaningful way.
You will work closely with the Communications Director and Marketing team on executive communications for General (Ret.) Stanley McChrystal, firmwide thought leadership, marketing campaigns, and day-to-day storytelling across platforms. The right person will not wait to be told what’s missing; they will see gaps, raise their hand, and help close them.
This role is well-suited for someone who is energized by working with many different personalities, senior leaders, and collaborators—and who brings both humility and drive to their work.
What You'll Do
Support the development of executive-level communications, including speeches, remarks, talking points, op-eds, articles, newsletters, and internal communications.Conduct research on leadership, teamwork, geopolitics, current events, and organizational priorities to inform high-quality, credible content.Draft, edit, and refine written materials to ensure clarity, consistency, and alignment with McChrystal Group’s voice and values.Help prepare collateral materials that accompany communications efforts, including presentations, social posts, videos, and digital content.Plan and execute marketing campaigns across social media and email for both internal and external audiences.Assist with daily management of LinkedIn and other priority social channels, including drafting posts, scheduling content, and tracking engagement.Monitor website and campaign performance using analytics tools and help translate data into clear insights and recommendations.Support experimentation with new platforms, tools, and formats to extend the reach of McChrystal Group’s ideas and leaders.Work cross-functionally with marketing, client teams, and senior leaders to ensure communications efforts are well-coordinated and effective.Anticipate needs, identify communication gaps, and proactively propose solutions, whether that’s improving a process, strengthening a message, or spotting an opportunity others haven’t yet named.Provide reliable follow-through on projects large and small, helping ensure high standards are met even under tight timelines.
Who You Are
This role requires more than technical skill. Temperament and character matter deeply. The successful candidate will be someone who:Is comfortable working with a wide range of personalities—from senior executives to junior teammates—and earns trust through professionalism, discretion, and follow-through.Brings initiative and momentum to their work, taking ownership rather than waiting for perfect direction.Is intellectually curious, well-read, and interested in ideas related to leadership, teams, organizations, and global affairs.Can hold high standards without ego, open to feedback, quick to learn, and focused on collective success over individual credit.Thrives in ambiguity and is energized by helping build something that is still evolving.
What You'll Bring
Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, marketing, public relations, or a related field.5+ years of professional experience in communications, journalism, PR, or marketing.Exceptional writing and editing skills, with the ability to adapt tone and style across audiences and platforms.Strong research, analytical, and organizational skills.Experience supporting or executing digital marketing efforts, particularly on LinkedIn.Working knowledge of content management systems, CRM tools, and analytics platforms.Familiarity with design and content tools such as PowerPoint and Adobe Creative Cloud; basic video or film editing skills are a plus.Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and communicate progress clearly.Ability and willingness to travel to support executive level speaking engagements as needed.
Why this role matters:
Communications at McChrystal Group shape how leaders think, how clients engage, and how the firm earns trust in the market. In this role, you will contribute directly to that impact while shaping high-level communications, thought leadership, and marketing collateral.
If you’re someone who wants to grow, stretch, and be counted on—this role offers that opportunity.
