Internal Communications Manager, HPE Networking

Hewlett Packard Enterprise; San Jose (CA); Hybrid; USD 106,000 - 214,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Flexible work options

Job summary

Hewlett Packard Enterprise seeks an Internal Communications Manager for HPE Networking. This hybrid role partners with the team to drive networking narratives, manage internal events and channels, and support executive communications with global reach.

The position requires 7+ years in employee communications or related fields, strong writing and presentation skills, and comfort working with senior leaders in a technology-focused environment. Office presence two+ days weekly is expected.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in communications or related field, or equivalent work experience.
• 7+ years in employee communications, journalism or marketing.
• Experience supporting top executive leadership, global technology preferred.
• Strong writing, editing and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and evaluate programs to inform, engage and inspire HPE Networking team members globally.
• Drive content for internal events, meetings and newsletters.
• Manage VivaEngage channels and periodic email newsletters with editorial calendars.
• Lead networking executive communications' contribution to cross-team initiatives.
• Support annual and quarterly planning for the Networking executive communications team.

Skills

Executive communications

Stakeholder management

Strong writing

Editing

Presentation skills

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Education

BA/BS in communications

Equivalent work experience

Tools

VivaEngage

Teams

Newsletter production

Job description

This role has been designed as 'Hybrid' with a requirement that you will work on average 2 days per week from an HPE office.

Who We Are

Hewlett Packard Enterprise is the global edge-to-cloud company advancing the way people live and work. We help companies connect, protect, analyze, and act on their data and applications wherever they live, from edge to cloud, so they can turn insights into outcomes at the speed required to thrive in today’s complex world. Our culture thrives on finding new and better ways to accelerate what’s next. We know varied backgrounds are valued and succeed here. We have the flexibility to manage our work and personal needs. We make bold moves, together, and are a force for good. If you are looking to stretch and grow your career our culture will embrace you. Open up opportunities with HPE.

Job Description

We are seeking a proven, action-oriented individual to join our Executive Communications team that supports the HPE Networking business group. This is an exciting opportunity to join HPE’s world-class global communications team. With more than 100 communicators across the globe, we advocate for HPE’s corporate strategy, business innovation, and thought leadership. We are responsible for enhancing HPE’s culture and reputation, showcasing our innovation and leadership, and driving business outcomes.

How You’ll Make Your Mark

As an Internal Communications Manager for HPE Networking you will partner with the team to help drive the company’s networking narratives internally. This is an important role at a key moment in the company’s transformation and requires a collaborative professional with executive presence to assist with implementing and measuring sustained internal communications programs reaching networking employees, and measurement and operational expertise to support our overall networking executive communications program.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and evaluate programs to inform, engage and inspire HPE Networking team members globally, including HPE Networking all team meetings, internal written communications, visual and video communications, and contribute to networking content at meetings across HPE.
• Drive content for and manage coordination and logistics of internal events such as all team member meetings and ask me anything sessions.
• Manage HPE Networking Viva Engage channels and periodic email newsletter; drive editorial calendar, seeking ideas and content from across the Networking business; write posts and content when needed; execute on production and posting.
• Act as lead in managing Networking executive communications team’s contribution to cross team efforts like quarterly business reviews, ongoing communications measurement and benchmarking.
• Help drive annual and quarterly planning process for Networking executive communications team.

Knowledge And Skills

• Strong writing and editing skills - some peer or manager edits typically needed.
• Strong listening and interpersonal skills.
• Organization and program management skills.
• Ability to link communications plans and activities to business results.
• Solid knowledge and understanding of communications methodologies, tools and vehicles; experience with VivaEngage and Teams Webinars a plus.
• Ability to multi-task, managing and prioritizing a variety of projects with tight deadlines, while remaining calm under pressure.
• Ability to interact with all levels of the company, including senior company management.
• Some prior knowledge and experience in enterprise technology preferred.
• Flexible, a sense of humor, and adaptable to change.
• Ability to thrive working from home, at the office, or on the go.

Qualifications

• Able to work from the office two plus days per week.
• BA/BS degree in communications or a related field OR equivalent work experience in communications.
• 7+ years of experience in employee communications, journalism or marketing.
• Experience supporting top executive leadership and/or the c‑suite, with a global technology leader preferred.
• Strong writing, editing, and presentation skills.

Accessibility

HPE is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities. If you believe you require accommodation during any stage of the application or interview process, please submit your request by completing our secure form linked here. Note: This option is reserved for applicants needing assistance/reasonable accommodation related to a disability.

What We Can Offer You

Health & Wellbeing

We strive to provide our team members and their loved ones with a comprehensive suite of benefits that supports their physical, financial and emotional wellbeing.

Personal & Professional Development

We also invest in your career because the better you are, the better we all are. We have specific programs catered to helping you reach any career goals you have — whether you want to become a knowledge expert in your field or apply your skills to another division.

Unconditional Inclusion

We are unconditionally inclusive in the way we work and celebrate individual uniqueness. We know varied backgrounds are valued and succeed here. We have the flexibility to manage our work and personal needs. We make bold moves, together, and are a force for good.

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Job

Communications

Job Level

Expert

The expected salary/wage range for this position is provided below. Actual offer may vary from this range based upon geographic location, work experience, education/training, and/or skill level.

– United States of America: Annual Salary USD 105,500 - 213,500 in California // 92,600 - 213,500 in Texas

The listed salary range reflects base salary. Variable incentives may also be offered.

Information about employee benefits offered in the US can be found at https://myhperewards.com/main/new-hire-enrollment.html

HPE is an Equal Employment Opportunity/ Veterans/Disabled/LGBT employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, or any other protected category, and all decisions we make are made on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. Our goal is to be one global team that is representative of our customers, in an inclusive environment where we can continue to innovate and grow together. Please click here: Equal Employment Opportunity.

Hewlett Packard Enterprise is EEO Protected Veteran/ Individual with Disabilities.

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