Communications Manager - Schneider Electric Return to Work Program - ref. a52582103

Overview:

Which is why our team of Program Managers are here to listen to your unique story and help you take the best next steps toward your next opportunity. We are excited to partner with Schnneider Electric for a 6-month return-to-work program starting in March 2025.

If you are a professional returning to work after a 2+ year career break or worked in part time or independent contractor roles, this could be the perfect opportunity! reacHIRE is invested in helping professionals return with confidence; providing the resources and support needed via Program Managers who will help guide and navigate the entire process alongside you.

We know the confidence gap and imposter syndrome can get in the way of meeting amazing Returners, so please don’t hesitate to apply - we’d love to hear from you.

Responsibilities:

Overview:

This role will deliver a scalable and fully executed internal communications strategy as well as play a key role in driving the change management across the organization. Reporting to the Business Operations & Transformation Director, the Communications Lead will focus on delivering a cultural transformation of the organization to accelerate US Service’s growth and drive an integrated understanding of Schneider’s differentiated positioning, strengths and capabilities for the North American market.

What You’ll Contribute Day-to-Day:

• Implement a communications strategy and plan for the US Services Organization and it’s One Services Strategy with a clear tie to business KPIs for 2025-2027.
• Work closely with US Services Leadership to understand strategic objectives and relevant stakeholders and develop appropriate communication activations and materials.
• Conduct stakeholder analysis to determine engagement and change management needs, expectations, and concerns of all audiences to ensure strong buy-in and support for the project.
• Discover, develop and activate new brand stories surrounding the One Services strategy, including storytelling assets requiring strong positioning and transversal messaging.
• Work with all business functions to identify and deliver key employee messages and programs via the appropriate communication channel.
• Foster employee engagement within the organization's goals & initiatives by delivering engaging content, including communications activation tactics as well as coaching, mentoring, and training audiences as needed.
• Serve as a change agent--ensuring organizational readiness through on-going communication, education, and best practice sharing.
• Track progress and adjust strategies based on intelligent information gathered through inbound communication including, but not limited to employee surveys and focus group feedback sessions.
• Provide key communication facilitation throughout US Services, acting as the hub designed to effectively keeps all employees informed on key initiatives, programs, and events related to driving a transformational culture.
• Align external and internal programs as well as communications campaigns to support One Services strategy across our communications channels.
• Support the Director and Organization SVP with critical presentations and communications.
• Serve as a connective tissue and cultural engine bringing all of US Services together.
• Implement and activate communications strategy.
• Quickly integrate into the organization and assess issues that hinder team effectiveness.
• Build strong relationships with the Leadership Team direct reports and stakeholders across the organization to influence positive outcomes.

Qualifications:

You’ll Be a Great Fit If You Have:

• 5+ years experience in Marketing, Communications, Change Management, or similar disciplines
• Proven experience in leading cultural transformations within complex organizational environments
• Strong writing capabilities and proven experience with writing for employee and business audiences
• Demonstrated experience in developing and executing large-scale communications programs in matrixed corporate and/or industrial environments
• Strong project management skills with the ability to drive initiatives from concept to implementation
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities to work effectively across teams and departments
• Strategic mindset with the capacity to align technology initiatives with broader business goals
• Strong presentation and presentation design skills
• Demonstrated ability to stay abreast of communications technology trends and best practices - experience with project management systems such as AirTable, Microsoft Project, and Generative AI content generation tools preferred.

This Role Might Be a Fit for You If You Are:

• A strategic & creative thinker with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• A natural relationship builder, adept at navigating complex organizational structures.
• Passionate about driving results and making a significant impact on business objectives.

About reacHIRE:

How are reacHIRE’s programs unique?

Either way, you’ll become part of the reacHIRE team, join with a cohort of fellow Returners, and we will provide 360-degree support via Aurora, along with a dedicated Program Manager to ensure your success every step of your journey back to work!

Our return-to-work program participants come from all walks of life, and so do we. At reacHIRE, the sum of our individual differences, life experiences, and self-expression is what makes us great. Be you and reach higher!

Please note:

• reacHIRE will reasonably accommodate applicants with disabilities who need adjustments in order to complete the application or interview process. For assistance with your application please contact: Sarah White at swhite@reachire.com.
• reacHIRE is unable to sponsor program participants for the duration of our return-to-work programs.

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