Communications Strategist

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Chicago, IL
Hybrid
Senior level
Cloud • Information Technology
The Role
The Employee Communications Strategist will develop and execute an internal communications strategy to enhance employee engagement, create compelling content, maintain the intranet, and advise stakeholders. The strategist will collaborate with leadership on major initiatives and ensure effective communication practices are in place.
Summary Generated by Built In

In this role, you’ll be the driving force behind AHEAD’s internal communications strategy with an opportunity to shape narratives and foster a cohesive company culture. You will also support public relations efforts by assisting with media strategy and external messaging development. 


You'll ensure our internal team and external stakeholders stay informed, engaged, and inspired by creating and publishing content and serving as an advisor to stakeholders and company leaders. 


This role reports to the Communications Director and sits within the Strategy and Communications Department. 

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute a comprehensive internal communications strategy.
  • Create and distribute compelling company news covering company initiatives, partner and client updates, awards, talent acquisitions, and employee features.
  • Produce AHEAD’s weekly internal newsletter.
  • Maintain the front page of AHEAD’s employee intranet.
  • Serve as an advisor and resource for AHEAD’s functional communications leaders, educate on communications best practices and support in developing communications plans.
  • Leverage digital, in-office signage to share relevant company news and updates.
  • Develop processes and resources to enhance communication effectiveness.
  • Partner with leadership to create strategic communications plans for major initiatives.
  • Partner with change management teams to develop and deliver key messages.
  • Manage internal communications calendar with process and discipline.
  • Manage AHEAD’s internal communications tools.
  • Draft press releases about company initiatives.
  • Develop media relations strategies to amplify company news and stories.

Qualifications

  • Minimum 5 years of experience delivering strategic internal communications within an enterprise organization.
  • Public relations/media relations experience.
  • Excellent writer/editor with an ability to distill complex ideas into consumable content.
  • In-depth knowledge of communications best practices and the ability to create educational resources.
  • Strong collaborator, comfortable working with executives and cross-functional teams.
  • Excellent organizational and project management skills.
  • Proactive and adaptable with an eye for emerging communications trends and technologies.
The Company
HQ: Chicago, IL
1,154 Employees
On-site Workplace
Year Founded: 2007

What We Do

AHEAD builds platforms for digital business. By weaving together cloud infrastructure, intelligent operations, and modern applications, we help enterprises deliver on the promise of digital transformation.

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