Senior Internal Communications Specialist

Motorola Solutions

Company Overview:

At Motorola Solutions, we're guided by a shared purpose - helping people be their best in the moments that matter - and we live up to our purpose every day by solving for safer. Because people can only be their best when they not only feel safe, but are safe. We're solving for safer by building the best possible technologies across every part of our safety and security ecosystem. That's mission-critical communications devices and networks, AI-powered video security & access control and the ability to unite voice, video and data in a single command center view. We're solving for safer by connecting public safety agencies and enterprises, enabling the collaboration that's critical to connect those in need with those who can help. The work we do here matters.

Department Overview:

Global Services organization, focusing on creating and facilitating effective and strategic information among employees, teams and management. Our aim is to keep employees and essential stakeholders well-informed, actively involved, and in sync with our strategic direction, primary goals, and key projects. Through our communications, we help build a strong organizational foundation for achieving and sustaining long-term success.

https://www.motorolasolutions.com/en_us.html


Position Details

Senior Internal Communications Specialist
Job
Full-time
7/9/2024
Chicago Illinois
Chicago or Schaumburg, IL

Job Description:

This is a remote role, but the candidate selected must live within an hour's drive of the Greater Chicagoland area.

We are seeking a communications professional to manage internal communications plans and programs that support the Global Services’ organizational strategy, critical initiatives, and other business updates. This position reports to the Global Services Communications Manager.

Scope of Responsibilities:

  • Develop, write, and edit internal and external communications for senior leaders and key stakeholders including emails, organization announcements, blog posts, newsletters, employee engagement initiatives, etc. 
  • Own and create communication plans for key implementations. 
  • Support the development and execution of Town Halls for senior leadership, as well as ad hoc presentations. 
  • Serve as a strategic business partner to leaders, teams, and functions across the Global Services organization with a focus on building trusted relationships. 
  • Engage and partner with subject matter experts and key internal stakeholders throughout the content development process -- from capturing relevant and accurate information to translating messaging for the general employee population to coordinating reviews and approvals. 
  • Build networks across diverse cultures and geographies. 
  • Thrive in a collaborative team-based environment while also working independently.

Specific Knowledge and Skills for Success:

  • Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, or related field 
  • 4+ years of corporate communications, public relations agency, journalism, and/or marketing experience 
  • Experience in executive communications ideal 
  • Must be able to submit a strong portfolio of written work to illustrate storytelling and writing skills 
  • Knowledge of AP style a plus 
  • Expert writing, storytelling, editing and proofreading skills 
  • Strong executive presence, and the ability to maintain strong working relationships with key stakeholders at all levels of the organization 
  • Highly strategic and out-of-the-box thinker - ability to be understanding, decisive and forward thinking 
  • Skilled at exerting influence as this role requires cross-collaboration, with the ability to obtain support from various teams. 
  • Comfortable working under tight deadlines, managing multiple projects simultaneously and adjusting as circumstances change 
  • Serious commitment to excellence, quality and attention to detail 
  • Basic graphics and video experience a plus

Our U.S. Benefits include:

  • Incentive Bonus Plans 
  • Medical, Dental, Vision benefits 
  • 401K with Company Match 
  • 9 Paid Holidays 
  • Generous PaidTime Off Packages 
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan 
  • Paid Parental & Family Leave 
  • and more!


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