Senior Internal Communications Lead - Hybrid (Fri Remote)

Crate and Barrel; Northbrook (IL); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Crate and Barrel in Northbrook, IL seeks a Senior Corporate Communications Specialist to execute internal communications and publish content across channels. You will partner with leadership to develop engaging materials and manage functional communications with HR and Facilities, ensuring timely, clear messaging.

The role emphasizes content ownership of the corporate site, collaboration with stakeholders, and maintaining resources. Strong writing, design, and CMS experience are required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in a corporate communications role or equivalent large media/PR agency experience
• Graphic design proficiency
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including InDesign, Canva, and Google Workspace, as well as experience with content management systems and email marketing platforms
• Experience with content creation and ongoing management of in-house communication, including video
• Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Journalism, English, PR, Marketing, or related field

Responsibilities

• Execute internal communications across newsletters, email, video, Slack, and internal sites, aligned with the established message map, editorial calendar, and communications priorities
• Partner with the Communications Manager to develop, edit, design, schedule, and publish engaging, high-quality content tailored to different channels and associate audiences
• Manage the intake, editing, coordination, and publishing of functional communications, including Human Resources and Facilities, ensuring clarity, consistency, and timely delivery
• Serve as the content owner for the internal site, leading content development, updates, and ongoing maintenance in partnership with stakeholders
• Support the execution of company-wide communications campaigns, announcements, and initiatives, ensuring consistency with company messaging and brand standards
• Partner with and support channel communications teams as needed, providing content development, editing, and execution support
• Lead the management of branded communications templates, tools, and associate resources in partnership with the Corporate Communications leader and brand Creative team
• Support onboarding and training for new Corporate Communications associates, including communications channels, tools, processes, and resources
• Maintain organized communications assets and workflows, proactively identifying opportunities to improve content quality, efficiency, and the associate experience

Skills

Writing

Editing

Proofreading

Content creation

Project management

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Communications, Journalism, English, PR, Marketing, or related field

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

InDesign

Canva

Google Workspace

Content Management System

Email marketing platforms

Job description

Crate and Barrel in Northbrook, IL seeks a Senior Corporate Communications Specialist to execute internal communications and publish content across channels. You will partner with leadership to develop engaging materials and manage functional communications with HR and Facilities, ensuring timely, clear messaging.

The role emphasizes content ownership of the corporate site, collaboration with stakeholders, and maintaining resources. Strong writing, design, and CMS experience are required.