Employee Communications Leader

ExxonMobil; Spring (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension Plan

Savings Plan with Company Match

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans

Workplace Flexibility

Employee Health Advisory Program

Disability Plan

Job summary

ExxonMobil is seeking a Communications Leader in Spring, Texas. The role involves developing and implementing a global employee communications strategy to enhance engagement and foster a unified culture.

The ideal candidate has over 20 years in Communications, with experience managing teams and strategic initiatives. This position offers various benefits including a pension plan, workplace flexibility, and comprehensive health plans.

Qualifications

• 20+ years of experience in Communications within large organizations.
• 15+ years of experience managing teams and leading strategic communications.
• Experience working directly with C-suite executives.

Responsibilities

• Develop a global employee communications strategy that aligns with business priorities.
• Serve as a strategic partner to senior leadership, crafting compelling narratives.
• Lead a team of communications professionals and foster innovation.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Communication Skills

Crisis Management

Change Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or related field

Master’s degree (preferred)

Job description

Strategic Leadership

• Develop and implement a comprehensive global employee communications strategy that supports business priorities and enhances employee engagement.
• Align messaging with organizational vision, mission, and values to foster a unified culture across all regions.

Executive Communications

• Serve as a strategic partner to senior leadership, including the CEO and executive team, crafting compelling narratives for organizational updates, change initiatives, and leadership visibility.
• Prepare speeches, talking points, and executive messaging for internal forums such as town halls and global meetings.

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead and mentor a global team of communications professionals, fostering innovation, collaboration, and excellence.
• Build capabilities within the team to leverage emerging technologies and best practices in employee engagement.

Channel & Content Management

• Oversee multi‑channel communications platforms (intranet, email, video, podcasts, mobile apps, digital signage) to ensure consistent, timely, and engaging messaging.
• Drive editorial strategy for internal news, campaigns, and storytelling initiatives that connect employees to company priorities.

Change Management & Culture Building

• Partner with HR and business leaders to support organizational change, culture‑building initiatives, and employee experience programs through clear and empathetic communication.
• Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion messaging across all internal platforms.

Measurement & Insights

• Establish KPIs and leverage analytics to measure communication effectiveness and continuously improve engagement strategies.
• Provide regular reporting to senior leadership on communication impact and employee sentiment.

Crisis & Issues Management

• Lead internal communication response during critical business events, ensuring transparency and alignment with external messaging.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum 20 years of progressive experience in Communications, preferably within large, global organizations.
• Minimum 15 years of experience managing teams and leading strategic employee communications initiatives.
• Demonstrated success working directly with C‑suite executives and influencing at the highest levels of the organization.
• Expertise in developing and executing global, multi‑channel communications strategies.
• Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and decision‑making skills in complex, matrixed environments.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills to craft compelling narratives for diverse audiences.
• Experience in change management, culture‑building, and crisis communications.
• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or related field (Master’s preferred).

Preferred Leadership Attributes

• Global mindset with experience managing communications across multiple regions and cultures.
• Familiarity with digital engagement platforms and emerging technologies (AI‑driven communications, analytics tools).
• Proven ability to innovate and drive continuous improvement in communication practices.

Benefits

• Pension Plan: Enrollment is automatic and at no cost to you. The basic benefit is a monthly annuity paid in retirement for the rest of your life.
• Savings Plan: You can contribute between 6% and 20% of your pay and are encouraged to enroll right away. If you contribute at least 6% to your savings plan, the Company will contribute a 7% match.
• Workplace Flexibility: We have several programs such as “Flex your Day”, providing ad‑hoc flexibility around when and where you work, as well as longer‑term programs such as leaves of absence and part‑time work.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Culture of Health: Programs and resources to support your wellbeing.
• Employee Health Advisory Program: Provides confidential professional counseling for you and your family, including tools and resources promoting mental health and resiliency at no additional cost to you.
• Disability Plan: Income replacement for when you cannot work due to illness or injury occurring on or off the job. Enrollment is automatic and at no cost to you.

Equal Opportunity Employer

ExxonMobil is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or physical or mental disability.