Strategic Communications Manager at Vaco, LLC
Morristown, NJ 07960
About the Job
Strategic Communications Manager
About Us:
Vaco Staffing is conducting a confidential search on behalf of a Fortune 500 global provider of mobility solutions with a rich history of innovation and service excellence.
This is a great opportunity for someone who has received a Master's Degree in the area of Communications, Public Relations or a similar subject to exercise their theoretical knowledge they have achieved through their studies and application through a few years of relevant work experience they possess to truly grow into a high visibility opportunity within a collaborative team.
The organization is committed to connecting people to essential services to drive them forward, the company is committed to a future of transportation with a focus on sustainability, convenience, and customer satisfaction. The global footprint of the organization includes a diverse team dedicated to advancing the mission while fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and respect.
The Role:
We are seeking a dynamic Communications Manager to join our team at our global headquarters. This pivotal role will focus 75% on internal and 25% external communications, embodying our values, and driving forward our brand's mission. The ideal candidate will be a resilient, proactive individual with a knack for storytelling and a versatile skill set capable of managing a wide range of responsibilities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute comprehensive communications strategies, with an emphasis on internal messaging that engages our diverse workforce.
- Act as a liaison with external PR agencies to coordinate broader communication initiatives and manage the corporate website's content with a creative and analytical approach.
- Employ proficiency in content management systems (e.g., WordPress) for crafting compelling copy and managing digital content.
- Utilize Adobe AfterEffects for the creation of engaging visual content and manage the organization's presence across digital platforms.
- Participate in crisis management planning and response, ensuring readiness and resilience in facing organizational challenges.
- Engage in community-oriented activities, representing the company's values and commitment to social responsibility.
- Drive strategic goals, aiming to increase digital engagement, member growth, employee referrals, and overall brand perception as a great place to work.
Qualifications:
- Must have a Master's Degree in Mass Communications, Strategic Communications, Public Relations or any other relevant discipline.
- Excellent Copy-Writing abilities and experience working with communications agencies and internal stakeholders for content curation.
- Strong content design skills, Expertise with WordPress for company intranet/content management systems and PowerPoint for attractive presentations
- Proficiency in digital tools and platforms, including WordPress, Adobe AfterEffects, and familiarity with SEO and email marketing strategies.
- (Preferred but not a hard requirement): 3+ years of relevant Marketing/Communications for mid to enterprise-sized organization and a proven-track record of driving employee engagement through interactive campaigns.
- Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects and multi-faceted campaigns, with a focus on delivering results and meeting key performance indicators such as increased Employee Engagement and other ratings systems beneficial for company PR.
- Experience in brand management, content creation, digital marketing, and project management, reflecting a capacity to pilot initiatives that drive brand growth and employee engagement.
- Strong facilitation skills, with a proven track record of efficiently exchanging resources and digital assets between business groups and third-party vendors.
- A background in strategic marketing and communications, in the retail or consumer goods industry and/or related industries is nice-to-have.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, with the ability to engage a variety of audiences through captivating content.
Location: Onsite, Greater Morristown, NJ-Area, unable to provide relocation, unable to consider remote, position is onsite 4-5 days per week at global company headquarters. Please Note: Exact location will be provided to shortlisted candidates due to client confidentiality.
Compensation:
- $100K-120K Base + 15% Bonus, extremely competitive benefits package including health, retirement plans, employee discounts on company inventory.
Vaco values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.
EEO Notice
Vaco is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.
Vaco LLC and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco LLC and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR@vaco.com .
Vaco also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal.
By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. In exchange, Vaco agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal.
Privacy Notice
Vaco LLC and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries (“we,” “our,” or “Vaco”) respects your privacy and are committed to providing transparent notice of our policies.
- California residents may access Vaco’s HR Notice at Collection for California Applicants and Employees here.
- Virginia residents may access our state specific policies here.
- Residents of all other states may access our policies here.
- Canadian residents may access our policies in English here and in French here.
- Residents of countries governed by GDPR may access our policies here.
Pay Transparency Notice
Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to:
- the individual’s skill sets, experience and training;
- licensure and certification requirements;
- office location and other geographic considerations;
- other business and organizational needs.
With that said, as required by local law, Vaco believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.