Toyota’s Corporate Communications Department, located in Plano, TX, is looking for a highly-motivated Senior Analyst for their Lexus Communications team.
Who we are
Collaborative. Respectful. A place to dream and do. These are just a few words that describe what life is like at Toyota. As one of the world’s most admired brands, Toyota is growing and leading the future of mobility through innovative, high-quality solutions designed to enhance lives and delight those we serve. We’re looking for diverse, talented team members who want to Dream. Do. Grow. with us.
Who we’re looking for
Toyota’s Corporate Communications Department is looking for a passionate and highly-motivated Senior Analyst – Lexus Communications.
The primary responsibility of this role is to generate positive media coverage for Lexus products and brand initiatives.
Reporting to the Senior Manager – Lexus Communications, the person in this role will support the Corporate Communications department’s objective to create advocates for the Lexus brand.
What you’ll be doing
- Serve as a key media spokesperson for Lexus product and brand-related topics, ensuring that factual information is conveyed quickly and accurately
- Collaborate with stakeholder groups to write press releases, executive speeches, and Q&As, and oversee the production of still photos and videos, often under very tight deadlines
- Benchmark, measure, and improve ROI of events and paid partnerships/influencer strategy
- Prepare and advise Lexus executives for speeches, presentations, and interviews with international and U.S. media
- Build strong relations with Lexus marketing counterparts. Development of communication strategies and implementation of coordinated tactics in support of the successful launch and sustainment of each vehicle in our product lineup
Qualifications
What you bring
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Communications, Journalism, or business-related field
- Experience in public relations or related marketing communications field
- Strong automotive technical and industry background
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Comfortable speaking on behalf of the company, on the record, for print, online, and broadcast outlets
- Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks on tight deadlines
- Ability to interact with top U.S. and international executives
- Ability to think creatively and strategically to communicate with external audiences
- Willingness and ability to travel, often for extended periods of time
- This position requires driving. A motor vehicle record that’s acceptable by company standards is required for this position
Added bonus if you have
- Contacts within the automotive industry
- Event planning and execution experience
- Fluency in Spanish or Japanese
- Lexus or Toyota product experience
What we’ll bring
During your interview process, our team can fill you in on all the details of our industry-leading benefits and career development opportunities. A few highlights include:
- A work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect
- Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career, as well as tuition reimbursement
- Vehicle purchase & lease programs
- Comprehensive health care and wellness plans for your entire family
- Toyota 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match, as well as an annual retirement contribution from Toyota regardless of whether you contribute
- Paid holidays and paid time off
- Referral services related to prenatal services, adoption, child care, schools, and more
- Flexible spending accounts
- Relocation assistance (if applicable)
What you should know
Our success begins and ends with our people. We embrace diverse perspectives and value unique human experiences. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer that celebrates the diversity of the communities where we live and do business. Applicants for our positions are considered without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, religion, military or veteran status, or any other characteristics.
