Director, Internal Communications

About the role

As an Internal Communications Director at Conair, you will design, manage, and author strategic internal communication programs across the organization. You’ll partner with the executive team and internal stakeholders to connect employees with Conair’s business strategy, culture, and values. We seek someone with experience developing, leading, and executing strategic internal communications who is curious, creative, and highly collaborative.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a strategic internal communications plan: align internal and executive messaging with the company’s vision, mission, business strategy, and branding; deliver an annual plan to bring it to life.
• Partner closely with the CEO and Executive team: develop and execute communications that translate executive vision into clear, actionable messaging across all levels of the organization.
• Enable successful change: support change management communications that bring synergy and cohesiveness to the organization.
• Work cross-functionally across teams: partner with Human Resources, Marketing, and Leadership to execute communication initiatives from concept to delivery.
• Produce employee communications: develop and author internal communications including newsletters, presentations, announcements, town halls, and more, delivered across a variety of channels.
• Manage the company’s internal communications channels: create a communication cadence and calendar, write stories and briefs, and manage the Conair Intranet.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, or a related field.
• Minimum 8+ years of experience in corporate communications and/or public relations, including experience in culture transformation and change management.
• Experience leading employer brand and/or social media advocacy initiatives is a plus.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including stellar editorial proficiency (writing, editing, proofing).
• Ability to build relationships within an organization, communicate regularly with key individuals, and interface with all levels of staff, including senior leadership.
• Demonstrated understanding of communications as a change enabler; experience in change management initiatives is a plus.
• Hands-on team player with outstanding project management, strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Strong executive presence, good judgment, and the ability to handle confidential/sensitive information.
• Ability to proactively embrace and drive positive, transformational change and build this capability into the greater organization.
• Intellectually curious and passionate about people, culture, and the employee experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Microsoft Teams, and Microsoft SharePoint.
• Graphic design experience preferred.
• Must be a highly organized self-starter, able to complete projects on time and independently.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Schedule

This role requires on-site presence in the Stamford, CT office Monday through Thursday, with the flexibility to work remotely on Fridays.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision plans
• Generous Paid Time Off Programs
• Life & Disability Insurance
• FSA/HSA/Dependent Care FSA
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401k and company match
• EAP & Employee Wellness Programs
• Volunteer Days Paid Time Off
• Free breakfast and lunch in the Stamford office

About Conair

Conair is a leading international designer, manufacturer, and marketer of branded personal care and small kitchen appliances, cookware, hairbrushes & accessories, cosmetic bags, and travel accessories. Driven by a passion for innovation since its inception in 1959, Conair has introduced trendsetting products and holds over 1,000 patents worldwide. The company’s brands—including CONAIR, Cuisinart, Cuisinart Outdoors, BaBylissPro, Scünci, TRAVELSMART by CONAIR, and Waring—are sold in over 120 countries. Conair inspires customers with innovative, high-quality products and brands that enhance their lives.