Vaco
Senior Director of Internal Communications
An exceptional opportunity to be the primary communications advisor to senior leadership, providing significant visibility and influence within a prestigious Fortune 500 organization.
Location/Work Setting : Onsite
Location:
Northern New Jersey, Morris County (Greater Newark Area),
Please Note: exact address and location will be provided to shortlisted candidates due to client confidentiality. Work Setting:
A modern corporate headquarters building with attractive design. Onsite:
This position is Onsite, requiring 4 Days per Week, with 1-Day per Week Remote Flexibility. (Please Note, unable to consider fully remote or weekly hybrid arrangements.) Applicants:
Candidates Local to the Area or those Open to Relocation are encouraged to apply. Relocation Assistance:
A comprehensive package will be available for those not local to the area or seeking to relocate closer to the job site in Northern New Jersey for daily commuting. Compensation Details:
Total Package Includes Base Salary + Approx. 70% Yearly Bonus. Base Salary:
$145,000 - $170,000 (Final offer will be based on relevant experience, with highly qualified candidates considered for the upper end of the range). Bonuses:
Short-Term Incentive Plan for up to 40% of Base Salary along with a Long-Term Incentive Plan valued at $55,000 annually (Including RSUs). Total Compensation:
Up to $293,000 per year (Base Salary + Short Term Incentive + Long Term Incentive). (Please note, inquiries above the total stated compensation range including Base Salary and discretionary bonuses cannot be considered.) Benefits:
This is a Full-Time, Direct Hire Position with a comprehensive benefits package including health, PTO, 401(k) match, phone, and laptop. About Us:
Vaco is managing a confidential search on behalf of a leading global organization onsite in Northern New Jersey. Known for its innovation and dedication to excellence, the company is a well-established leader in its market. Position Overview:
A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity! Reporting directly to senior leadership, the Senior Director of Internal Communications will spearhead the development and implementation of strategic internal communication plans for corporate teams and a dispersed non-desk hourly workforce. This role provides a unique opportunity to influence communication strategies at the top levels of the organization. The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic internal communications environment, collaborating closely with C-level executives to manage executive communication while ensuring effective outreach to frontline employees across various locations. Key Responsibilities: Lead Communication Strategies:
Create and implement comprehensive internal communications strategies for a workforce of 20,000+ employees, including corporate executives and non-desk hourly personnel across multiple locations. Non-Digital Communications:
Develop and oversee non-digital communication methods such as in-person briefings, posters, printed newsletters, SMS, and PA systems to effectively reach employees without regular internet access. Executive Communications:
Act as the primary strategic communications advisor for senior leadership, creating clear, impactful messages for executive management. Multi-Site Workforce Engagement:
Implement customized communication strategies to actively engage hourly employees across more than 50 global locations, ensuring uniform messaging and high engagement levels. Change Management and Crisis Communications:
Direct communications during organizational changes, ensuring that messaging is timely and protects both employee and employer brands. Content Creation:
Generate written, digital, and video content that maintains consistent messaging for various employee groups. Employee Engagement:
Design and execute communication strategies that boost employee engagement and facilitate information flow across multi-site locations. Qualifications: 10 years of progressive experience in Corporate Communications with a focus on Internal Communications, including Executive Communications and Employee Engagement for multi-site non-desk hourly workforces. Proven background in industries such as Retail, Hospitality, Manufacturing, or similar low-margin sectors with relevant workforce dynamics in an Internal Communications capacity. Expertise in Change Management, Crisis Management, and high-stakes messaging within Internal Communications. Exceptional writing and editing skills for Internal Communications, with the capability to simplify complex information for diverse audiences. Demonstrated ability to lead internal non-digital communication strategies across large, multi-site operations (50+ locations) with 10,000+ employees. Hands-on experience and strong business acumen in working directly with C-level executives, providing strategic Internal Communications counsel. A Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or a related field is required; a master's degree is preferred. Proven leadership skills with successful experience managing teams of communications professionals. Vaco values diversity in the workplace and encourages individuals from all backgrounds to apply. Vaco is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant due to characteristics protected by law.
Northern New Jersey, Morris County (Greater Newark Area),
Please Note: exact address and location will be provided to shortlisted candidates due to client confidentiality. Work Setting:
A modern corporate headquarters building with attractive design. Onsite:
This position is Onsite, requiring 4 Days per Week, with 1-Day per Week Remote Flexibility. (Please Note, unable to consider fully remote or weekly hybrid arrangements.) Applicants:
Candidates Local to the Area or those Open to Relocation are encouraged to apply. Relocation Assistance:
A comprehensive package will be available for those not local to the area or seeking to relocate closer to the job site in Northern New Jersey for daily commuting. Compensation Details:
Total Package Includes Base Salary + Approx. 70% Yearly Bonus. Base Salary:
$145,000 - $170,000 (Final offer will be based on relevant experience, with highly qualified candidates considered for the upper end of the range). Bonuses:
Short-Term Incentive Plan for up to 40% of Base Salary along with a Long-Term Incentive Plan valued at $55,000 annually (Including RSUs). Total Compensation:
Up to $293,000 per year (Base Salary + Short Term Incentive + Long Term Incentive). (Please note, inquiries above the total stated compensation range including Base Salary and discretionary bonuses cannot be considered.) Benefits:
This is a Full-Time, Direct Hire Position with a comprehensive benefits package including health, PTO, 401(k) match, phone, and laptop. About Us:
Vaco is managing a confidential search on behalf of a leading global organization onsite in Northern New Jersey. Known for its innovation and dedication to excellence, the company is a well-established leader in its market. Position Overview:
A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity! Reporting directly to senior leadership, the Senior Director of Internal Communications will spearhead the development and implementation of strategic internal communication plans for corporate teams and a dispersed non-desk hourly workforce. This role provides a unique opportunity to influence communication strategies at the top levels of the organization. The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic internal communications environment, collaborating closely with C-level executives to manage executive communication while ensuring effective outreach to frontline employees across various locations. Key Responsibilities: Lead Communication Strategies:
Create and implement comprehensive internal communications strategies for a workforce of 20,000+ employees, including corporate executives and non-desk hourly personnel across multiple locations. Non-Digital Communications:
Develop and oversee non-digital communication methods such as in-person briefings, posters, printed newsletters, SMS, and PA systems to effectively reach employees without regular internet access. Executive Communications:
Act as the primary strategic communications advisor for senior leadership, creating clear, impactful messages for executive management. Multi-Site Workforce Engagement:
Implement customized communication strategies to actively engage hourly employees across more than 50 global locations, ensuring uniform messaging and high engagement levels. Change Management and Crisis Communications:
Direct communications during organizational changes, ensuring that messaging is timely and protects both employee and employer brands. Content Creation:
Generate written, digital, and video content that maintains consistent messaging for various employee groups. Employee Engagement:
Design and execute communication strategies that boost employee engagement and facilitate information flow across multi-site locations. Qualifications: 10 years of progressive experience in Corporate Communications with a focus on Internal Communications, including Executive Communications and Employee Engagement for multi-site non-desk hourly workforces. Proven background in industries such as Retail, Hospitality, Manufacturing, or similar low-margin sectors with relevant workforce dynamics in an Internal Communications capacity. Expertise in Change Management, Crisis Management, and high-stakes messaging within Internal Communications. Exceptional writing and editing skills for Internal Communications, with the capability to simplify complex information for diverse audiences. Demonstrated ability to lead internal non-digital communication strategies across large, multi-site operations (50+ locations) with 10,000+ employees. Hands-on experience and strong business acumen in working directly with C-level executives, providing strategic Internal Communications counsel. A Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or a related field is required; a master's degree is preferred. Proven leadership skills with successful experience managing teams of communications professionals. Vaco values diversity in the workplace and encourages individuals from all backgrounds to apply. Vaco is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant due to characteristics protected by law.