Lead, Internal Communications and Community Involvement

Nouryon; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Nouryon is seeking a Lead, Internal Communication and Community Involvement in Houston, TX. This full-time role focuses 75% on writing and 25% on managing corporate events. Responsibilities include crafting compelling internal communications, managing event logistics for Houston-based sponsorships, and advising internal clients strategically. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in corporate communications, exceptional writing skills, and a bachelor's degree in a relevant field. The position requires on-site employment and includes evening/weekend availability during event seasons.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of corporate communications experience with a strong portfolio.
• Ability to write clearly on complex topics and edit proficiently.
• Excellent verbal communication and high emotional intelligence.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary writer for internal communications and events.
• Manage logistics for corporate hospitality events in Houston.
• Develop strategic communication plans aligned with business goals.

Skills

Exceptional writing ability

Proactive communication

Event management

Collaboration

Business acumen

Education

Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, or public relations

Tools

Generative AI tools

SharePoint

Email marketing systems

Enterprise social media

Job description

At Nouryon, our global team takes positive action every day to reach higher collectively and individually. We create innovative and sustainable solutions for our customers to answer society’s needs – today and in the future.

About the job:

Nouryon is looking for a strategic, proactive communicator who is a strong and inspiring writer. In addition to developing and implementing internal communications, the Lead, Internal Communications and Community Involvement (ICCI), will also lead event support for Nouryon’s Houston-based corporate sponsorships. The role will be approximately 75% writing and 25% events, with an emphasis on communications (and may become 50%-50% during the height of events season). The ideal candidate is an exceptional writer who takes initiative and can identify a story, understand its strategic value, and craft compelling content. This person should also be a trusted advisor to internal clients and a valued partner to the Communications team and the broader organization. The ability to leverage AI technologies, measure the effectiveness and reach of his/her work, and collaborate is essential, as is moving quickly and improvising when necessary.

In your future role as a Lead, Internal Communication and Community Involvement, you will be responsible for:

Writing & Storytelling

• Serve as a primary writer and editor, translating complex operational and technical topics into clear, engaging content for a global employee audience. This includes long-form features, executive messaging and presentations, email newsletters, intranet articles and posts, and global webcast content.
• Take ownership of key employee publications — contribute original stories, edit submissions, and raise overall quality.
• Be a self-editing writer who sets a high bar, meets deadlines, and produces clean AP Style copy with minimal revision cycles.
• Track engagement metrics and channel effectiveness; leverage AI to inform strategy.
• Develop and execute strategic communications plans tied to business goals and measurable outcomes.
• Serve as a proactive partner to internal clients — anticipate needs, advise on message and channel strategy, and bring ideas before being asked.
• Stay ahead of the news cycle by tracking emerging stories and business milestones. Don’t wait for a brief to arrive.

Events

• Manage logistics, hospitality, and attendee experience for:
  • The Houston Texans executive suite
  • The Houston Rodeo executive suite
  • The Houston office's annual holiday party
  • (Strong support and eventual leadership of) Nouryon’s Integrated Supply Chain team’s Supplier of the Year conference
• Build relationships across functions to gather information firsthand and stay current.
• Partner across the Communications team with follow-through and mutual accountability.

We believe you bring:

• Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, public relations, or a related field.
• 5+ years of corporate communications experience with a published portfolio demonstrating AP Style mastery, versatility across formats, and the ability to write clearly about complex operational or technical topics.
• Exceptional writing ability is non-negotiable. Candidates must submit recent work samples; strong writing will be the primary filter.
• Proven ability to operate proactively: build plans, execute independently, manage multiple priorities under a deadline, and advise internal clients as a trusted partner.
• Excellent verbal communication and presentation skills, high emotional intelligence and executive presence, skilled at navigating complex stakeholder environments.
• Strong business acumen; motivated to learn the specialty chemicals industry.
• Fluency with generative AI tools, SharePoint/intranet platforms, email marketing systems, and enterprise social media.
• Experience in or openness to working in a global environment across time zones.

Good to know:

• This is a full-time position requiring on-site employment in Houston, TX.
• This role requires evening and weekend availability and some event-related travel with a sustained commitment in March during rodeo season.
• This role reports to the Director of Internal Communications in Houston, TX.

Nouryon is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.