Business Communications Leader

This role is hybrid out of our Northbrook or Chicago office (3) days a week.

UL Solutions is seeking a Business Communications Lead to join its Corporate Communications team. This seasoned communications strategist serves as an effective counselor, influencer and best practice advocate to senior leaders. They are responsible for designing and executing customized, integrated communications strategies that deliver business results.

• Partner with senior UL Solutions leaders to develop and execute comprehensive, integrated internal and external communications plans that drive stakeholder action.
• Serve as an effective counselor, influencer and best-practices advocate to senior leaders, developing proactive communications strategies based on a deep understanding of the organization’s needs.
• Work in close collaboration with colleagues across the global Communications team and key leaders across businesses and corporate functions. 

You Are…

The ideal candidate will be a creative, strategic thinker and storyteller with exceptional writing and editing skills, with previous experience as an executive communications partner who can effectively communicate what stakeholders to know, feel, and do. This individual must have:

• Extensive experience translating complex ideas into simple, compelling communications, as well as cultivating productive and trusting relationships with senior leaders.
• Exceptional writing and editing skills characterized by speed, accuracy and the ability to multitask. 
• The ability to anticipate leaders’ communications needs and plan accordingly. 
• Proven experience designing effective communication for organizations undergoing transformation and significant organizational change.
• Excellent presentation skills and executive presence.
• Experience managing and using a wide array of communications tools and channels.

• BS/BA degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or related field, plus 5-10 years of related experience.
• Familiarity with communications technology including (or similar to) SharePoint, Microsoft suite, Poppulo is preferred.
• Experience working in global communications for a complex, matrixed organization across regions is preferred.

TOTAL REWARDS:

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. The estimated salary range for this position is $100,000 to $130,000 and is based on multiple factors, including job-related knowledge/skills, experience, geographical location, as well as other factors. This position is eligible for annual bonus compensation with a target payout of 20% of the base salary. This position also provides health benefits such as medical, dental and vision; wellness benefits such as mental and financial health; and retirement savings (401K) commensurate with the standard rewards offered in each individual location or country. We also provide full-time employees with paid time off including vacation (15 days), holiday including floating holidays (12 days) and sick time off (72 hours).