Mahindra & Mahindra—DGM - Content, Storytelling & Thought Leadership

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Description: Responsibilities & Key Deliverables Key Responsibilities Group Storytelling & Media - Develop a strong understanding of Mahindra’s businesses, strategies, innovations and impact. - Proactively identify differentiated, newsworthy stories across Group companies. - Partner with CEOs, leadership and communications teams to build compelling narratives linked to the broader Mahindra purpose. - Develop media pitches, story angles, backgrounders and briefing materials, working with media teams to drive earned coverage. - Track media and industry conversations to position Mahindra perspectives on relevant issues. Thought Leadership & Executive Writing - Develop compelling thought leadership for Group and business leaders across articles, speeches, interviews, social media and other platforms. - Build distinctive leadership voices and perspectives based on individual expertise and communication styles. - Translate complex business, technology, economic and societal topics into clear, engaging narratives. - Prepare leaders for high-profile media interactions and speaking engagements. Business Narrative Building - Partner with businesses to understand strategic priorities and articulate what differentiates them. - Develop narrative frameworks for businesses, launches, milestones and strategic announcements. - Elevate business stories into broader industry conversations relevant to India, global markets and society. Research & Intelligence - Stay abreast of business, economic, technology, policy and industry developments. - Strengthen narratives with relevant data, insights, case studies and global perspectives. - Identify emerging conversations where Mahindra leaders and businesses can credibly participate. Editorial Excellence - Serve as an editorial gatekeeper for Group Communications, sharpening content developed internally and by agencies. - Ensure communication is clear, credible, concise and compelling, with minimal corporate jargon. - Maintain high standards of factual accuracy, grammar and storytelling quality. Experience 8–12+ years of experience in business journalism, editorial, corporate communications, PR, content or executive communications. * Strong experience in writing for senior business leaders. * Experience in working with journalists and understanding what makes a story newsworthy. * Strong understanding of business, industry, technology and current affairs. * Experience of working across multiple sectors or industries would be an advantage. Industry Preferred Qualifications General Requirements - We are looking for someone who is first and foremost a brilliant writer and storyteller, but who also understands business and media.The ideal candidate will: - Write exceptionally well. - Have a natural instinct for a good story and a strong headline. - Be able to look at a business development and ask: “So what? Why should anyone care?” - Be curious enough to understand businesses beyond their press releases and presentations. - Be able to find the human story behind the corporate story. - Know the difference between a communication opportunity and a genuine news story. - Be comfortable engaging with CEOs, senior executives, journalists and subject-matter experts. - Have strong editorial judgement and the confidence to challenge weak narratives. - Be able to simplify complex subjects without losing their substance. - Be equally comfortable writing a 1,500-word thought-leadership article, a 500-word media pitch, a CEO speech or a 100-word LinkedIn post. - Be proactive, entrepreneurial and comfortable working in a fast-paced, multi-business environment. Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion