Sr Communications Specialist

Sr Communications Specialist

We are seeking a talented and motivated Sr Communications Specialist to join our Brand and Communications team supporting internal and external communications for the Industrial Automation business. The ideal candidate will play a key role in developing and implementing communication strategies that enhance our brand presence and engage target audiences. This position requires excellent writing skills, creativity, and the ability to work collaboratively across teams and departments.

You will report directly to our VP Communications, and you'll work out of our Charlotte, NC location, on a Hybrid work schedule.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Content Creation

• Develop and produce high-quality content for various channels, including internal articles, press releases, social media posts and byline articles.
• Ensure consistency in messaging and brand voice across all communications.

2. Internal and External Communications Channels:

• Support internal communication initiatives by creating informative and engaging content for employees.
• Collaborate with HR and other departments to promote organizational changes and achievements.
• Assist in media relations activities as requested.
• Coordinate media inquiries and prepare materials for media outreach.

3. Social Media Management:

• Manage and grow social media presence by developing engaging content and monitoring online interactions.
• Analyze social media metrics to optimize performance and engagement.

4. Operational and Event Support:

• Assist in the execution of communications for events, including town halls, product launches, trade shows, and community engagement activities.
• Manage editorial calendar and results tracker.

5. Research and Analysis:

• Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in communications and public relations.

In addition to a competitive salary, leading-edge work, and developing solutions side-by-side with dedicated experts in their fields, Honeywell employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package. This package includes employer subsidized Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance;
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability; 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, EAP, and Educational Assistance;
Parental Leave, Paid Time Off (for vacation, personal business, sick time, and parental leave), and 12 Paid Holidays.

You Must Have:

• 5+ years of experience in external communications
• Exceptional writing, editing, and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in social media management and analytics tools.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Creative thinker with a passion for storytelling and brand development.
• Experience with graphic design and multimedia content creation is a plus.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects and adapt quickly in a dynamic environment.

We Value:

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or related field.
• Experience in the technology or manufacturing industry is highly desirable.
• Excellent storytelling and content creation skills to engage diverse audiences.
• Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with media contacts and stakeholders.

Honeywell Technologies is a global, pure-play automation company with a legacy of innovating to help solve the world's most mission-critical challenges, enhancing the quality of life for people and communities around the world. We serve the building, industrial, and process sectors with a broad portfolio of services, solutions, and products, underpinned by our Honeywell Technologies Accelerator operating system and Honeywell Technologies Forge intelligence layer.

By combining the deep domain expertise of our more than 50,000 employees with decades of data from our global installed base, we are uniquely positioned to lead the industrial sector's transition from automation to autonomy.

The Corporate Strategic Business Group (CORP SBG) at Honeywell is a division focused on corporate-level functions and initiatives that support the overall operations and strategy of the company. It is responsible for overseeing areas such as finance, legal, human resources, communications, and corporate governance, working closely with other business units and SBGs to ensure alignment and coordination across the organization. The CORP SBG plays a crucial role in the overall strategic direction and management of Honeywell's corporate functions and operations, supporting the company's business objectives.

Honeywell helps organizations solve the world's most complex challenges in automation, the future of aviation and energy transition. As a trusted partner, we provide actionable solutions and innovation through our Aerospace Technologies, Building Automation, Energy and Sustainability Solutions, and Industrial Automation business…