Head of Internal Communications & Engagement

Standard Motor Products, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 185,000 - 215,000; Full time

Job summary

Standard Motor Products, Inc. — Long Island City, NY area is seeking a Director of Communications & Engagement to lead enterprise internal communications and engagement initiatives. This role partners with HR and business leaders to align priorities, navigate change, and ensure clear messaging across channels.

Reports to the Chief Human Resources Officer and manages a Manager, Communications & Engagement. The position emphasizes strategic storytelling, executive advising, and governance of the

Qualifications

• 10+ years in internal or corporate communications.
• Executive communications and transformation experience.
• Experience leading employee engagement planning and execution.
• People leadership including managing and developing direct reports.
• Exceptional writing and storytelling skills.
• Ability to operate independently with strong influence and judgment.
• High attention to detail and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Define and own enterprise internal communications strategy and narrative.
• Lead HQ company engagement planning and execution, including signature events, forums, and culture initiatives.
• Partner with business and HR leaders to construct impactful, integrated communications and engagement initiatives.
• Advise executives and develop key messaging, scripts, and presentations.
• Lead change communications for major initiatives.
• Plan and execute town halls and enterprise communication forums.
• Lead engagement survey and follow-through actions.
• Create and deliver communication content across channels.
• Establish communication discipline, governance, and priorities.
• Lead, coach, and develop a Manager, Communications & Engagement.

Skills

Leadership & people management

Executive communications

Storytelling & writing

Change communications

Engagement planning

Influence & judgment

Job description

Standard Motor Products, Inc. — Long Island City, NY area is seeking a Director of Communications & Engagement to lead enterprise internal communications and engagement initiatives. This role partners with HR and business leaders to align priorities, navigate change, and ensure clear messaging across channels.

Reports to the Chief Human Resources Officer and manages a Manager, Communications & Engagement. The position emphasizes strategic storytelling, executive advising, and governance of the