Manager, Internal Communications

About the Role As Manager, Internal Communications, you will lead the Internal Communications Content Team in creating meaningful, memorable and actionable enterprise-wide communications that inform and engage associates.

What You’ll DoCreate and oversee internal communication strategies for large-scale, enterprise-wide initiatives by evaluating the business need, audience, timing and impact of the message

Oversee the internal communications content calendar with an enterprise-wide focus to ensure associates are informed on key business initiatives

Manage multi-faceted communication plans focusing on driving consistent messaging and branding across multiple internal communications channels

Create and edit content that engages and excites associates with a strong focus on AP Style Ghostwrite communications for Kohl’s executive team, including emails, talking points and scripts

Influence business partners on the appropriate communication vehicles, timing and message for their communications and ensure content is created and published in a timely manner

Collaborate closely with video and graphic production partners Leverage analytics to guide content strategy and pivot plans as needed to ensure objectives are met and exceeded.

Align internal communications timing and content with external communications by creating strong relationships with Public Relations and Social content teams

Build, develop and grow business relationships with partners across the organization, fostering support for internal communication strategies and gathering feedback

Create an effective work environment by developing a common vision, setting clear objectives, expecting teamwork, recognizing outstanding performance and maintaining open communications

Create an open, honest and supportive team environment where all associates champion the success of one another

Oversee team projects to ensure work is completed in alignment with objectives while empowering associates to own their work Develop your team through coaching, providing performance feedback, providing effective performance assessments and establishing performance and development plans

Ability to lead multiple concurrent projects through effective prioritization, sound decision-making, and a proactive, solution-oriented approach while maintaining exceptional attention to detail

Strong executive presence with the ability to communicate, influence, and collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels of the organization

Additional tasks may be assigned

What Skills You Have Required Bachelor 's degree in Communications, Journalism or Marketing6+ years of experience in Communications, Journalism or Marketing Experience writing, proofreading and editing communications focused on AP Style2+ years of experience managing a high-performing team Experience using PC and Macintosh environments

Must be able to travel occasionally (approximately 5% of the time)

Preferred Experience in a retail environment

Job Summary Job number: R488706

Profession:
Marketing, eComm & Creative