Manager, Internal Communications

Job Summary

Develop and execute global internal communication strategies aligned with business priorities and culture. Partner with leaders to create clear, engaging communications that connect employees to Pizza Hut's strategy and vision. Advise leaders on communication best practices and messaging. Manage Enterprise Communication Channels, including Pizza Hut's employee intranet (HutHQ), and develop editorial calendars to enhance engagement and employee experience. Lead Global Town Halls and executive communications, develop messaging, and manage speaker preparation, agendas, and post-event communications.

Responsibilities

• Create and execute global internal communication strategies aligned with business priorities and culture
• Partner with leaders to create clear, engaging communications that connect employees to Pizza Hut's strategy and vision
• Advise leaders on communication best practices and messaging
• Manage Enterprise Communication Channels, including Pizza Hut's employee intranet (HutHQ)
• Develop editorial calendars and continuously enhance communication channels to improve engagement and employee experience
• Lead planning and production of quarterly Global Town Halls from concept through execution
• Develop executive messaging, presentations, scripts, and supporting communications
• Manage speaker preparation, agendas, employee Q&A, and post-event communications
• Identify opportunities to increase engagement and improve the employee experience during company-wide events
• Tell compelling employee stories that celebrate our people, culture, and business impact
• Partner with People & Culture to support engagement initiatives, recognition programs, and key employee moments
• Develop communication plans that support organizational change and major business initiatives
• Equip leaders with messaging and communication tools to successfully engage their teams
• Support the Broader Communications Team with crisis communications, executive events, and other strategic communications initiatives
• Partner closely with external communications and brand teams to ensure consistency across all audiences

Requirements

• 6-8 years of experience with a public relations agency or in internal communications, corporate communications, or employee engagement
• Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills
• Experience developing executive communications and supporting senior leaders
• Experience managing intranet platforms and digital communication channels
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Comfortable working independently while collaborating across a highly matrixed organization
• Experience producing company-wide meetings, town halls, or large employee events
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Detail-oriented with the ability to multitask and meet deadlines

Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, or a related field
• Experience supporting global organizations
• Experience with organizational change and transformation communications
• Familiarity with SharePoint, Liferay, or other enterprise intranet platforms
• Experience using employee engagement and communications analytics tools
• Experience with Adobe Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and Canva

Pay

Salary Range: $125,200 to $147,200 annually + bonus eligibility. This is the expected salary range for this position. Ultimately, in determining pay, we'll consider the successful candidate’s location, experience, and other job-related factors.