Employee Experience & Communications Manager

Talking Rain Beverage•Preston, WA

42d•$95,000 - $120,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Advocates of the culture, our People team is here to attract the best talent, empower them to build careers they love, and foster an engaging environment. Rain is good for growth. On the Community Experience & Engagement team we're in the business of providing culture, opportunities, and support to empower our Rain Makers to build careers and lives where our Rain Makers and communities thrive. This role builds culture, communications, events, processes, and structures to ensure our Rain Makers are fully equipped and empowered to make meaningful contributions and enjoy a world-class employee experience at Talking Rain.

Requirements

7+ years of experience planning, building, and managing employee experiences, events, and activities, ideally in organizations with over 450 people and with wide geographical footprint.
7+ years writing and editorial experience, preferably in corporate communications, PR or employer branding.
Strong proficiency in project and program management.
Ability to plan and execute complex programs and communications independently.
Strong interpersonal communication skills. Clear communicator and collaborator.
Strong organization and planning skills. Excellent attention to detail.
Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite (e.g., Outlook, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Excel).
Ability to accommodate a flexible schedule, occasionally working evenings and weekends for assignments or events.
Ability to travel locally or regionally as needed for special assignments.

Responsibilities

Plan an annual rhythm of the business for employee experience, working with the CE&E leadership team to identify activities, activations, events, and experiences that drive employee engagement, and fit in the annual business calendar.
Design, manage, and execute planned initiatives that strengthen company culture, promote connection, and enhance the overall employee experience.
Champion diversity, inclusion, and belonging initiatives through storytelling and internal programs as a member of our Rain Maker Inclusivity Council.
Manage and lead our quarterly Rain Maker 101 onboarding program, an in-person experience at our Preston headquarters that connects new hires with our culture, leaders, and fellow Rain Makers. Coordinate all aspects of the program, including presenters, scheduling, scripting, activities, vendors, and overall event execution to ensure a seamless and engaging experience.
Create and manage internal communication strategies that keep employees informed, inspired, and aligned with company goals including key initiatives, change management, and company-wide updates.
Maintain the internal communications and events calendar, ensuring consistent storytelling and alignment with company goals.
Drive the tone and content of employee messaging with the CE&E leadership team, including the corporate values program, campus signage, campus TV content and flyers, cultural touchpoints, internal campaigns and communications, aligned with the TR brand, voice, and direction. Craft compelling messages, newsletters, announcements, and talking points for leadership and internal channels. (e.g., Teams, intranet, email).
Provide copywriting, editing, editorial advice and support.
Partner with vendor agencies to create and align campaigns, materials, presentations and press releases representing Talking Rain and the company brand to the public.
Partner with Talent Acquisition and People Operations teams to enhance Talking Rain's employer brand across LinkedIn, social media, and recruitment channels.
Develop creative campaigns highlighting employee stories, company culture, and values.
Collaborate with CEE leadership and creative teams to produce branded materials for employee awareness, events, and community engagement.
Complete other responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

Three Weeks of Vacation. And that's just to start! Spend some time with us, and you'll accrue an additional week every few years, depending on your exempt status!
FMLA qualifying Rain Makers receive six weeks of paid parental leave. Parents get to spend time at home bonding with their new addition (whether it arrives by birth, fostering, or adoption). For birth mothers, additional time is provided for medical leave. Depending on the state in which you reside, additional time may also be available for parents who do not require medical leave.
Flexibility Stipend. For eligible Rain Makers, spend this extra monthly stipend as you wish, but know it's intended to contribute to things like your phone, internet or other business uses while working remotely or needs outside of normal working hours.
Relocation: Relocation Available (when available)
Onsite and Hybrid Employees: Get paid to carpool! Drive to work with another Rain Maker every week at least 2X a week and receive $0.25 per mile.
401k with Immediate Vesting. With matched contributions and investment customization, we'll help build a plan to reach your goals.
Fitness Reimbursements. We're all about going the extra mile, so we provide reimbursements for community events and competitions like fun runs, triathlons, and cycling tours.
Employees may also enjoy access to our on-site gym in Preston complete with a personal trainer 2 days per week.
Medical/Dental/Vision. Not only do we offer it, but our plans are excellent and flexible to your needs. And one is even free for our Rain Makers!
Vehicle Program - Field Sales Specialist - Mileage is reimbursed at the IRS rate
Field Sales Managers and Market Managers - Company car or vehicle stipend included!
Regional Sales Managers and Sales Directors - We use the leader in vehicle reimbursement solutions, Motus. This program provides a monthly fixed and variable rate that adheres to IRS guidelines for the business use of personal vehicles.