Director, Internal & Change Communications

About the role

Aristocrat presents an exciting role for an experienced Internal & Change Communications Director to become part of our Internal Communications team within the Communications & Corporate Brand function. We are a global leader in gaming and content creation, committed to bringing joy to life through play. This job is crucial for improving our internal communication plan, developing our strategic narrative, and effectively sharing messages about organizational change and transformation company-wide. If you flourish in a dynamic setting and love producing clear internal communications that inform, engage, and enhance culture, this opportunity suits you perfectly!

Responsibilities

• Lead communications for major organizational changes, transformation initiatives, and executive messaging across multiple business functions, and support business units as required.
• Develop and put into action an internal communications plan for the enterprise and Aristocrat’s group functions that promote strong employee engagement.
• Work alongside People & Culture and business leaders to offer strategic change communications, counsel and direct the development and rollout of change communications across our global enterprise.
• Collaborate closely with other communication team members across regions and business units to guarantee consistent and effective management of change communications.
• Provide critical communications advice and support to leaders, including acting as the communications Business Partner for some of the Group Functional leadership teams.
• Assist in crafting crisis communications plans, including scenario mapping, messaging, and preparation of executives.
• Identify and interpret business requirements and plan strategic, targeted communications initiatives to advance business priorities across diverse communication channels.
• Establish targets and criteria to evaluate communications success and refine ideas, working in close partnership with other Communications colleagues supporting other regions, leaders, and business units.
• Remain abreast of industry developments and communication intelligence and insights.
• Build content and ensure the effectiveness of our communications channels including Ally, Viva Engage, and our LinkedIn pages, using content to tell our story.
• Support the organization and coordination of employee events in the US and develop strong global employee programs that keep colleagues connected and informed.
• Innovate and bring thought leadership to the Internal Communications team, ensuring our communications are effective and follow the highest standard in all respects.

Requirements

• Degree or equivalent experience in Communications, Journalism,