Manager, Internal Communications (Open To Remote)

Simpson Strong-Tie is a leader in engineered structural connectors, software, and solutions for the building industry. We maintain a reputation as a trusted manufacturer, partner, and corporate citizen committed to our customers and employees.

Our founder, Barc Simpson established 9 Principles of Business we live out as company values and have made Simpson Strong-Tie an inspiring place to work since 1956. Our team of talented people are dedicated to our shared mission: to provide solutions that help people design and build safer, stronger structures.

Learn about our company culture directly from our team.

YOU

As Manager, Internal Communications, you will be a valuable member of our Communications Team in Marketing. This role is focused on ensuring our internal key messages are conveyed accurately, consistently and in a meaningful and memorable way, helping support leaders and teams roll out key programs and initiatives. You will develop and enhance our internal communication strategies, strengthen employee engagement, and ultimately contribute to nurturing a strong, inspiring, and transparent company culture.

You and your team will create best-in-class communications - writing, editing and publishing content for internal audiences. You will also manage a variety of communications projects, including creating and executing strategic companywide communications plans, messaging and content to support change management, acquisitions, new programs, company announcements, and key initiatives, such as intranet migration, ESG, DEI, employee engagement survey, crisis communications, and employer branding.

You will work closely with senior leaders and other internal stakeholders throughout the company to listen and understand their specific program and project communications needs and then recommend, create, project manage and execute strategic communications plans and campaigns. You will ensure communication messaging and materials are high quality, accurate, informative and integrated with company priorities. You will also track and measure the effectiveness of communications and our communication delivery channels. In addition, the Senior Manager will oversee and guide a team of direct reports.

You have excellent communication, people management, project management, customer service and problem-solving skills. You are a strategic thinker, adept at managing and prioritizing multiple projects, detail-oriented, and passionate about driving successful communication initiatives.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING (% of Time)

You will play a key role in collaborating with HR, Acquisitions, Strategic Partnerships and Engagement, and other departments and teams to create and support a variety of communications projects and programs and initiatives that increase employee understanding, engagement, satisfaction, and inclusion. You will also work collaboratively with stakeholders on enhancing employer branding, contributing to talent acquisition and positively influencing the company's overall reputation in the job market and construction industry. Additionally, your work will involve supporting organizational changes, ensuring employees are informed and engaged throughout the process. You will also lead the communications for several companywide projects and programs, including developing plans, timelines, emails, talking points, FAQs, and presentation materials. (35%)

Lead and manage our internal communications team, coaching them to excel in message and content development, fostering transparent communication, and aligning their efforts with the company and team's strategic communication goals. Your role includes guiding the team in utilizing diverse and effective communication platforms, fostering a collaborative work environment, and ensuring consistency in conveying and cascading the company's key initiatives and messaging to all internal stakeholders. (20%)

Work closely with the Director of Communications in devising initiatives that keep employees informed, engaged, empowered and aligned with our growth goals, strategy, values and vision. Recommend and develop messaging and tools for senior leaders and managers to help ensure company initiatives, announcements, and key messaging are successfully cascaded to employees and all stakeholders. Support employee engagement through innovative and compelling storytelling and feedback opportunities. (20%)

Develop and implement strategic internal communication plans and tactics to facilitate seamless information flow within the organization, cultivating overall organizational alignment and cohesion. This includes crafting clear, concise, and engaging content and messaging, selecting appropriate communication channels, developing timelines, and fostering opportunities for open dialogue and feedback. (15%)

As an interface between the Communications Team and other internal stakeholders, clarify the objectives, expectations, deliverables, timelines, and success measures of each project. Track, analyze and report on the effectiveness of internal communication initiatives and channels, continually seeking improvement to enhance the employee experience. (10%)

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

If you can do everything listed above, you've got what it takes. Perhaps some of the following would be helpful too:

• Undergraduate degree in Communications, Journalism, English or relevant field is required.

• 8+ years communications and writing experience.

• 5+ years project management experience.

• 3+ years people management experience.

• Experience working with senior executives to support company/internal communications.

• Familiarity with employer branding and talent acquisition a plus.

• Communication: Possesses outstanding oral and written communications skills including superior writing, grammar, editing and proofreading skills.
  
  Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and group situations. Ability to write in a clear, concise, organized and engaging manner for the intended audience.

• Strategic Planning and Execution: Proven ability to think strategically while developing and executing communication plans and materials using a variety of tactics (written communications, presentation materials, town halls, small group meetings, etc.) to articulate key messages.

• Project Management: Strong project management and organizational skills.
  
  Ability to track progress and complete projects on time and budget. Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities.

• Leadership: Ability to create a positive work environment where all staff are motivated to do their best. Ability to adapt leadership style to a variety of situations.

• Coaching and Mentoring: Possesses people development, delegation and mentorship skills.
  
  Ability to share information, advice, and suggestions to help others solve problems and be more successful.

• Proactivity: Ability to identify what needs to be done, set high goals and take action. Ability to take initiative in a challenging, fast-paced environment.

• Adaptability & Flexibility: Ability to think and act effectively under pressure.
  
  Ability to adjust strategy or approach in response to the demands of a situation. Ability to adjust timelines, results and expectations appropriately to changing needs.

• Listening: Possesses strong listening and response skills, including the ability to ask clarifying questions to prompt more detailed information.

• Self-Management: Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities.
  
  Ability to set priorities, goals, and timetables to achieve maximum productivity. Ability to display a high level of initiative, effort and commitment toward completing projects in a timely manner.

• Creative & Innovative Thinking: Ability to contribute original and resourceful ideas. Ability to try new approaches when problem solving or seeking ideas.

• Decision Making & Judgment: Ability to think objectively and act quickly.

• Confidentiality: Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.

• Attention to Detail: Possess strong organization skills and ability to complete projects with thoroughness, accuracy and quality.

• Customer Service and Collaboration: Willingness to build relationships and collaborate across the broader Marketing team, HR team and other departments. Strong team player with the ability to work effectively with employees at all levels.

• Computer Skills: Must possess intermediate skills in the use of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Microsoft Teams. Experience or understanding of Sharepoint, Smartsheet, Workshop or other communication and project management programs a plus.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk, and hear, and sometimes walk and stand. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally push or lift up to 25 lbs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This job operates in a professional office environment where standard office equipment such as computers, phones, printers/scanners, etc. are frequently used.

Travel

This position requires domestic travel up to 5% of the time.

Work Status & Location

This full-time, exempt position is located in Pleasanton, CA or Open to Remote.

Relocation

Relocation is not available for this position.

Pay

$89000 - $144100 / year

• Posted pay range is based upon national average and may vary depending on geographical work location.

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REWARDS AT SIMPSON STRONG-TIE

We recognize and reward employees with a carefully designed and comprehensive rewards package, including competitive compensation, quarterly bonuses or commission and first-rate benefits. May exclude some positions, such as seasonal jobs.

• Quarterly Bonuses/Commission: You will be eligible for either a bonus or commission, paid on a quarterly basis. We believe all employees affect customers, sales and revenue - directly or indirectly - and should be rewarded by sharing the company profits.

• Benefits: We provide a wide range of benefits for eligible full-time employees including: medical, dental, vision, retirement contributions, employee stock purchase and bonus plans, pay for holidays, vacation, sick days, funerals and jury duty, years of service awards, employee discounts, employee referral bonuses, charitable contribution matching, education reimbursement and more. View benefit plan details here: https://benefits.strongtie.com/.

In keeping with the Company's commitment to the communities in which it does business, we are an equal opportunity employer. This means that to the fullest extent required by local law, employment decisions are based on merit and business needs and not on race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender (which state law may define to include gender identity/expression, transgender identity, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, and gender stereotyping), sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, genetic information, medical condition, covered marital status, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Please note all job offers are contingent upon a successful background investigation and drug test. Simpson Strong-Tie's drug policy is based upon Federal Law, and therefore will screen applicants for amphetamines, including methamphetamines, cocaine, phencyclidine, opiates, and marijuana. Where applicable, drug testing for marijuana may be modified to conform with state and local laws.

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