Manager - Internal Communications - Chicago, Dallas or Kansas City (Hybrid)

Littler; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 126,000 - 152,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Job summary

Littler is seeking an Internal Communications Manager to develop strategic programs that inform, engage and connect employees across the firm. This role partners with the Director of Communications and leadership to translate complex initiatives into clear, impactful communications.

This hybrid role supports Chicago, IL; Dallas, TX; or Kansas City, MO, with a salary range of $125,600–$152,000 and performance-based bonuses. Strong writing and project management are essential.

Qualifications

• Exceptional writing, editing and storytelling skills.
• Ability to translate complex legal concepts into clear, compelling communications.
• Experience supporting executive communications.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive internal communications strategy aligned with firm goals and priorities.
• Create communication plans supporting initiatives, leadership messages and employee engagement.
• Advise on effective communication approaches and best practices.
• Ensure message consistency across internal channels.
• Create a firmwide calendar for cadence of communications.

Skills

Excellent writing

Project management

Stakeholder management

Change communications

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, English or related field

Job description

The Internal Communications Manager position is responsible for developing and executive strategic communications programs that inform, engage and connect employees across the organization. This role partners closely with the Director of Communications and corporate departments and business leaders to create communications that support firm priorities, drive employee engagement, strengthen culture and ensure consistent messaging throughout the firm. The ideal candidate is a strong writer and project manager who can translate complex business initiatives into clear, relevant and impactful communications.

This is a hybrid role located in Chicago, IL, Dallas, TX or Kansas City, MO.

Pursuant to Illinois regulation, the annual salary range for this position is $125,600 to $152,000, contingent on relevant experience and education, and includes eligibility for performance-based bonuses. We offer generous compensation and benefits packages. For more information visit: https://www.littler.com/benefits/state-details.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive internal communications strategy aligned with firm goals and priorities.
• Create communication plans that support firm initiatives and organizational changes, leadership messages and employee engagement efforts.
• Advise and implement effective communication approaches and best practices.
• Ensure message consistency across all internal communication channels.
• Create a firmwide calendar to ensure proper cadence of communications.

Content Development

• Write, edit and produce high-quality content.
• Ensure communications are clear, accurate, engaging and audience focused.

Channel Management

• Manage and optimize communications channels and platforms.
• Evaluate channel effectiveness and identify opportunities to enhance reach and engagement.
• Maintain editorial calendars and communications schedules.

Change And Transformation Communications

• Assist in supporting organizational changes, business transformation and key strategic initiatives.
• Develop targeted communication plans that help employees understand and navigate change.
• Collaborate with key business leaders and stakeholders to increase organizational alignment.

Measurement And Analytics

• Establish metrics and reporting to measure communication effectiveness.
• Analyze engagement, readership and employee feedback.
• Use data-driven insights to improve communications strategies and programs.

Perform such other/additional duties as may from time to time be assigned.

Qualifications

• Exceptional writing, editing and storytelling skills.
• Ability to translate complex legal concepts into clear, compelling communications.
• Experience supporting executive communications.
• Experience developing communications strategies and campaigns.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent interpersonal, collaboration and stakeholder management skills.
• Familiarity with communication analytics and measurement.

Education & Certifications

• Preferred: Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, English or a related field.

Experience Required

• Minimum 5 - 8+ years of experience in internal communications, corporate communications, employee communications or related field.
• Experience in a law firm, professional services firm, or consulting firm is strongly preferred.

About Littler

Littler is the largest global employment and labor law practice in the world exclusively devoted to representing management. With more than 1,900 attorneys in over 100 offices worldwide, Littler serves as the single source solution provider to the global employer community. Consistently recognized in the industry as a leading and innovative law practice, Littler has been litigating, mediating and negotiating some of the most influential employment law cases and labor contracts on record for over 75 years.

Littler's unparalleled commitment to labor and employment law helps clients navigate a complex business world with nuanced legal issues- building better solutions for clients' toughest challenges. With deep experience and resources that are local, everywhere, Littler is fully focused on its clients. With a diverse team of the brightest minds, Littler fosters a culture that celebrates original thinking. And with powerful proprietary technology, Littler disrupts the status quo- delivering bold, groundbreaking innovation that prepares employers not just for what's happening today, but for what's likely to happen tomorrow.

Benefits

We offer a generous benefits package to full-time and part-time employees working at least a 50% schedule. Benefits include comprehensive health, dental and vision plan for you, your spouse/domestic partner and children. In addition, we provide a superior 401(k) plan, ample time off programs, mental health programs, family building and caregiving, generous paid parental leave, life insurance, disability insurance, a wellness program, flexible spending accounts, and an employee referral bonus program.

For more information about our benefits visit: www.littler.com/benefits/state-details.

For more information about our firm visit: www.littler.com.

Littler Mendelson is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

This job posting is a general description of the types of responsibilities that are required of an individual in this job. It is not intended to be a complete list of the responsibilities, duties and skills that may be required for this job.