Internal Communications Manager

Usualindustries; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 105,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Usual Industries in Chicago is seeking a Hybrid, full-time Manager to lead communications for enterprise People and operating initiatives. You will develop plans, write announcements, and ensure clear messaging on what is changing and when it takes effect.

The role requires six years in internal communications, experience supporting senior leaders, and strong editing skills. This position blends on-site Chicago work with remote work and offers a base pay range of 105,000 to 135,000 USD annually.

Qualifications

• Six years in internal communications, corporate writing or change communications.
• Experience supporting senior leaders and sensitive organizational announcements.
• Strong editing and the confidence to ask for a concrete explanation.

Responsibilities

• Develop communications plans with clear audiences, timing and accountable sponsors.
• Write announcements, manager materials and updates on implementation progress.
• Evaluate employee questions and revise materials where the original message was unclear.

Skills

Internal comms

Change comms

Editing

Stakeholder mgmt

Job description

Chicago, United States Hybrid Full-time Manager

Base pay: $105,000–$135,000 USD annually

Lead communications for enterprise People and operating initiatives. Help colleagues understand what is changing, when it takes effect and what they need to do.

Corporate Affairs and Brand explain the company’s work to colleagues, customers and other stakeholders. Writers, designers and event teams share responsibility for clear and consistent communication.

What you will do

• Develop communications plans with clear audiences, timing and accountable sponsors.
• Write announcements, manager materials and updates on implementation progress.
• Evaluate employee questions and revise materials where the original message was unclear.

What you will bring

• Six years in internal communications, corporate writing or change communications.
• Experience supporting senior leaders and sensitive organizational announcements.
• Strong editing and the confidence to ask for a concrete explanation.

Introduce a consistent announcement and follow-up process across priority colleague initiatives.

Working arrangements

This role combines work at the listed location with time working remotely. Team attendance is agreed with the hiring manager and depends on the assignment. Hybrid does not mean location-independent.

Growth announcements and workforce changes may share a publication date. Their figures should use a common reference period.

Compensation and development

The base-pay range for this role is $105,000–$135,000 USD annually. Positioning within the range reflects relevant experience, skills and the requirements of the assignment. Benefits and any additional compensation are discussed for the location and role.

You will agree priorities with your manager and review progress through regular conversations. Development may include technical learning, project assignments and opportunities across the enterprise.

We welcome relevant experience gained through different education and career pathways.

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