Communications Lead

Vanasse Hangen Brustlin, Inc.; Watertown (MA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Communications Lead to enhance employee culture and engagement within their People + Culture team. This dynamic role involves leading internal and external communications initiatives, collaborating with various departments, and developing compelling content to position the firm as an employer of choice. The ideal candidate will have exceptional communication skills, a strong background in corporate communications, and a passion for fostering a collaborative workplace culture. Join a forward-thinking company that values diversity and offers a flexible, hybrid work environment.

Benefits

Diverse and inclusive culture

Opportunity on complex projects

Community and social responsibility

Focus on learning and development

Best-in-class benefits

Qualifications

• 6-8 years’ experience in corporate communication projects.
• Background in AEC industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic communications projects for employee engagement.
• Develop content and oversee communication campaigns.

Skills

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

Familiarity with employer brand trends

Content creation skills

Research and editing skills

Project management

Creative and strategic thinking

Relationship building

Program management

Education

BA in Public Relations

BA in Marketing

BA in Communications

BA in Journalism

Job description

Overview

ABOUT THE POSITION

Communications Lead - People + Culture Team

We are seeking a collaborative and motivated communications professional to fill our Communications Lead role within the People+Culture (P+C) team. This position will report to the Communications Manager, who oversees all P+C and other internal employee communications. Serving as the liaison between the P+C team and other departments, this role will lead and support internal and external communications initiatives. These efforts will focus on enhancing employee culture, engagement, and recruitment, in alignment with VHB’s strategic plan, growth initiatives, and goals.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Independently leads the implementation of strategic communications projects/assignments and deliverables in support of VHB’s strategic plan and key growth initiatives related to employee engagement, culture, and recruitment efforts.
• Leads and oversees content development, communications campaigns, employee communications and engagement strategies, and other key activities that maximize overall visibility, differentiate VHB’s culture and position the firm as an employer of choice on internal and external channels.
• Collaborates with recruiting and Development + Strategy teams to shape and guide the focus and content of communications programs and visibility efforts, including recruitment materials, brochures, events, and employee communications initiatives.
• Coordinates P+C social media strategy, creates compelling posts, updates content on LinkedIn Life pages and Glassdoor, and ensures alignment with corporate messaging and brand identity.
• Guides development of content for VHB Central, blogs, social media, and other communications platforms (e.g., content coordination, development, quality review, promotion). Determines and/or approves placement of internal and external communications.
• Coordinates and works with internal and external photography/video/design production teams as needed.
• Leads P+C projects and initiatives and is an ambassador of the P+C Team in support of employee engagement, VHB’s brand, and our culture.
• Provides and coordinates communication coaching and support to regions, recruiting team, and others as needed.

Skills & Abilities:

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with employer brand trends and recruitment marketing.
• Exceptional writing, storytelling, and content creation skills.
• Excellent research, writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Passionate collaborator who excels in a team environment.
• Project manager with strong attention to detail.
• Creative, strategic, and organized self-starter.
• Proactive relationship builder with various internal stakeholders.
• Experience in program management, content planning, and cross-functional collaboration.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 6-8 years’ experience, leading & supporting corporate communication projects and programs (AEC industry preferred).
• BA in Public Relations, Marketing, English, Communications, Journalism, or a related discipline.

We are VHB!We’re an inspired and innovative team of engineers, scientists, planners, and designers who partner with clients in the transportation, real estate, institutional, and energy industries, as well as federal, state, and local governments. Our work helps improve mobility, enhance communities, and contribute to economic vitality. We do this while balancing development and infrastructure needs with stewardship of our environment.

Our people make us great! VHB provides a differentiating employee experience, which includes:

• Diverse and inclusive culture of collaboration and innovation
• Opportunity to work on complex, transformational projects
• Community and social responsibility as sustainable stewards
• Focus on learning, development, and career growth
• Best-in-class benefits, including flexible, hybrid workplace

We are consistently rated one of the top AEC firms to work for across our 30+ offices on the East Coast. We’re growing, and we hope you’ll join us!

VHB is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of inclusion and belonging, supported by deep-rooted core values, one of which is diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

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