Internal Communications Manager - Americas - Storyblok
New York City, NY
About the Job
Established in 2017, Storyblok has rapidly ascended to the forefront of the global headless CMS landscape. Our vision is to "pioneer the future of content management, removing barriers between developer and marketing teams by offering an intuitive, scalable, and intelligent platform to deliver digital experiences from idea to success".
Our team is made up of smart, passionate individuals who excel in their work. People who are comfortable taking on big ideas and figuring out the details along the way. With a dynamic team of over 220+ passionate individuals spanning 45+ countries, we're not just breaking boundaries; we're redefining them!
Our recent $80m Series C funding round, secured in June 2024, marked a crucial milestone for us. It has fueled our remarkable growth in the US market and accelerated our ongoing expansion and advancements across EMEA.
We're proud recipients of numerous awards, including recognition in G2's 2024 Best Software Awards. As a remote-first company, we have been officially recognized as one of the top 100 most flexible places to work, ranking #3 in the scale-up category as per Flexa Careers.
WHAT IS IN IT FOR YOU
You will be joining a growing company where you can contribute to many "firsts". Plus these benefits:
- Monthly remote work stipend (home internet costs, electricity). Home office equipment package right at the start (laptop, keyboard, monitor…)
- Home office equipment upgrade (furniture, ear plugs …) or membership to a local co-working space after your onboarding
- Sick leave benefit, parental leave and 25 days of annual leave plus your local national holidays
- Personal development fund for courses, books, conferences, and material
- VSOP (Virtual Stock Option Plan)
- The annual international team-building trip, quarterly and monthly online get-togethers
- As a fully remote company, with work-life balance at its core, you'll enjoy flexible schedules
- An international team that loves to have fun at work and works hard together to accomplish shared goals
JOB SUMMARY
The Internal Communications Manager for the People, Operations, and Senior Leadership teams is a strategic, creative communicator tasked with enhancing employee understanding and engagement with company-wide programs and initiatives in a remote work environment. This role requires a deep understanding of HR functions, business acumen, strong storytelling skills, and proficiency in digital communication tools to deliver cohesive messaging that resonates with a diverse, remote workforce. It combines elements of marketing, communications, and employee engagement to drive awareness, participation, and excitement for HR offerings and company-wide business initiatives among a fully remote workforce.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Develop and Execute Communication Strategies:
- Design and implement internal communications and marketing strategies that drive awareness and understanding of the company strategy, values, programs and initiatives
- Establish consistent communication channels to reach remote employees across various time zones and locations.
- Deliver messages in a simple way that different audiences digest and understand.
Create Compelling Content:
- Craft clear, engaging content for various internal platforms, including emails, newsletters, Notion pages, Slack, webinars, and video updates.
- Simplify complex company policies and program details into relatable, accessible messaging.
- Support the leadership team with the content for company and division-wide All-Hands and town hall meetings.
Plan and Launch Campaigns:
- Collaborate with various divisions and stakeholders to design and execute campaigns around key internal initiatives
- Partner with the senior leadership to communicate the company's strategy and OKR progress.
- Coordinate campaign schedules to maintain a consistent flow of information and engagement.
Measure and Report on Communication Impact:
- Track metrics and analyze communication effectiveness, providing insights for continuous improvement.
- Adjust strategies based on engagement data to optimize future initiatives.
Ensure Alignment with Company Culture and Values:
- Tailor communication approaches to align with and promote the company's values, mission, and culture.
- Serve as a cultural ambassador, ensuring all HR-related communications reinforce a cohesive, inclusive remote workplace experience.
Leverage Digital Tools and Platforms:
- Utilize tools like Notion, Slack, G-Suite, and video conferencing to enhance communication and engagement across time zones.
- Ensure all employees, regardless of location or schedule, can easily access information and interact with each other.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- 3-5 years of experience in marketing, internal communications, HR communications, or related roles, ideally in a remote or hybrid work setting.
- Experience in working in an international remote environment
- Strong writing and content creation skills with a knack for storytelling and simplification of complex information.
- Familiarity with communication metrics and data analysis to evaluate campaign success.
- Proficiency in digital communication tools, such as Google Suite, Slack, Notion, Loom/Video or other similar platforms that engage a remote workforce
- Visual design skills are a plus for creating engaging, on-brand content and media assets.
- Competencies: Excellent organizational skills, creativity, adaptability, empathy, and a collaborative approach to working with cross-functional teams.
MENTAL, PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
Remote (home) work opportunity or funded by Storyblok co-working space
GENERAL TERMS
Storyblok has a commitment to diversity and inclusion. We strive to create a hiring environment in which all people feel they are equally respected and valued, irrespective of gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, ethnicity, age, religion, citizenship or any other characteristic. You can find more information about our privacy policy here.
All communications regarding job opportunities at Storyblok will come from an official Storyblok employee with an email address ending in @storyblok.com. We will never redirect you to another portal or another site that is unrelated to our domain (storyblok.com).
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If you need an accommodation for any part of the application process, please email talent.acquisition@storyblok.com