Director, Internal Communications
About The Position
QuidelOrtho unites the strengths of Quidel Corporation and Ortho Clinical Diagnostics, creating a world-leading in vitro diagnostics company with award-winning expertise in immunoassay and molecular testing, clinical chemistry and transfusion medicine. We are more than 6,000 strong and do business in over 130 countries, providing answers with fast, accurate and consistent testing where and when they are needed most – home to hospital, lab to clinic. Our culture puts our team members first and prioritizes actions that support happiness, inspiration and engagement. We strive to build meaningful connections with each other as we believe that employee happiness and business success are linked. Join us in our mission to transform the power of diagnostics into a healthier future for all. The Director, Internal Communications will lead enterprise internal communications strategy and employee engagement initiatives across QuidelOrtho’s global organization. This role is responsible for helping employees understand the company’s strategy, priorities, culture, and transformation journey through clear, aligned, and impactful communications. Reporting into Global Brand & Strategic Communications function, this leader will partner closely with executive leadership, Human Resources, Legal, Investor Relations, regional teams, and functional leaders to strengthen organizational alignment, leadership visibility, employee engagement, and communication effectiveness across a complex global business. The ideal candidate brings a blend of strategic thinking, executive communications expertise, change management capability, and operational execution. Additionally, this role requires a strategic communicator with strong business acumen, executive presence, and experience operating within dynamic, fast paced, matrixed, publicly traded organizations. This position is hybrid, with a strong preference for candidates who reside near our offices in Rochester, NY; San Diego, CA or Raritan, New Jersey
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or related field
- 10+ years of experience in internal communications, corporate communications, executive communications, or related disciplines
- Experience supporting executive leadership within complex, matrixed, global organizations
- Experience leading communications during organizational change and transformation initiatives
- Strong writing, messaging, storytelling, and presentation development capabilities
- Experience working cross-functionally with HR, Legal, Investor Relations, and executive leadership teams
- Strong project management and stakeholder management skills
- Strategic thinker with strong business and organizational acumen
- Executive presence and ability to influence senior leaders
- Strong judgment and ability to navigate sensitive communications
- Ability to simplify complex topics into clear, compelling messaging
- Collaborative and relationship-oriented leadership style
- Highly organized with strong prioritization and execution capabilities
- Adaptable and comfortable operating in fast-paced, evolving environments
- This position is not currently eligible for visa sponsorship.
Nice To Haves
- Experience within healthcare, diagnostics, life sciences, medical device, or regulated industries preferred
- Experience supporting publicly traded companies preferred
- Experience managing communication platforms, editorial calendars, and employee engagement initiatives
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute the company’s internal communications strategy aligned to enterprise priorities and business objectives
- Create scalable communications frameworks, governance, and operating rhythms across the organization
- Ensure messaging consistency and alignment globally while enabling regional and functional relevance
- Serve as a trusted advisor to leaders on employee communications and organizational messaging
- Support executive leadership communications, including messaging for the CEO, ELT, and senior leaders
- Develop leadership communications including talking points, organizational updates, leadership cascades, presentations, and employee messaging
- Help strengthen leadership visibility, communication effectiveness, and organizational alignment
- Lead communication strategies supporting organizational change, transformation initiatives, integrations, operating model evolution, and enterprise priorities
- Develop change communication plans, playbooks, stakeholder messaging, FAQs, manager toolkits, and communication cascades
- Partner cross-functionally to ensure employees receive timely, clear, and transparent communications during periods of change
- Support employee engagement initiatives and culture-building efforts across the enterprise
- Partner with HR and leadership teams on employee listening, recognition, and engagement programs
- Help foster stronger connection, trust, and alignment across the organization
- Oversee enterprise internal communication channels and editorial planning, including intranet content, enterprise announcements, leadership communications, and employee campaigns
- Support enterprise-wide meetings and events including Global Town Halls and leadership forums
- Drive improvements in channel effectiveness, content governance, and employee experience
- Develop and track internal communications KPIs and effectiveness metrics
- Analyze employee feedback, engagement data, and communication performance to inform continuous improvement
- Provide strategic recommendations based on insights and organizational needs
- Perform other work-related duties as assigned.
Benefits
- medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- 401(k) plan
- employee assistance program
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- paid time off (including sick time)
- paid Holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
