Communications Lead (internal communications)

Stryker•Mahwah, NJ

4d•$93,200 - $155,400•Hybrid

About The Position

The Communications Lead plays a critical role in ensuring employees are informed, engaged, and connected—especially as the organization evolves through new processes, technologies, and cultural initiatives. This role serves as a central communications owner across enterprise messaging, divisional initiatives, and site engagement; translating complex information into clear, actionable communications that drive understanding, adoption, and a strong sense of belonging. This position offers a hybrid work flexibility based in Mahwah, NJ, with 2-3 days in office required.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree required
4+ years of work experience
2+ years of experience supporting communications, marketing, public relations, and employee engagement
Experience managing internal communication channels, including newsletters, email communications, or, intranet platforms.

Nice To Haves

Experience with email marketing, content management, or communication management platforms.
Experience developing communication plans and reporting communication performance metrics.
Experience supporting site-wide events, employee programs, or workplace culture initiatives.

Responsibilities

Own and execute employee communications strategy across channels (newsletter, intranet, email)
Lead organizational announcements and ensure alignment with business priorities
Translate complex initiatives into employee-friendly messaging
Serve as Connect owner and Marketo super user
Establish and uphold communication standards, processes, and approvals
Act as the primary owner of Mahwah site communications
Drive awareness and communication for site initiatives and events, including: Take Your Kid to Work Day (TYKTOWD), Employee Appreciation events, Site milestones and community moments
Reinforce site culture, engagement, and employee connection
Manage site communication channels (e.g., monitors, emails)
Own employee newsletter strategy, execution, and performance (global and site-specific)
Support employee initiatives such as pulse surveys and engagement programs through communication plans and engaging communications
Coordinate communication plans for internal events, meetings, and activations
Ensure employees feel informed, included, and equipped – monitor through surveys