Internal Communications Manager

Alignment Health • Orange, CA

13d • $85,696 - $128,543

About The Position

Alignment Health is seeking a strategic and creative internal communications manager to develop and execute high-impact communication strategies that inform, engage and inspire employees. This role will drive mass communications across multiple channels, ensuring alignment with business priorities and fostering a culture of transparency, connection and engagement. As a Manager, Internal Communications, you will play a key role in shaping the employee experience by developing compelling content, managing internal events and crafting strategic messaging that resonates across the organization. The role requires expertise in large-scale communication planning, writing and presentation development. While each manager will have distinct focus areas, both will be responsible for leading strategic communications and executing initiatives that drive employee engagement.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in internal communications, corporate communications or related fields
• Strategic mass communications expertise, with a track record of developing and executing high-impact messaging across multiple channels
• Strong writing, editing and storytelling skills, with the ability to simplify complex topics for broad audiences
• Experience with event planning and execution, from logistics to content development
• Expertise in presentation creation and speechwriting, with a keen eye for visual storytelling and clarity
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to juggle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to build trust-based relationships, collaborate and influence stakeholders across departments and at all levels of the organization, with experience successfully exercising diplomacy and confidentiality
• Experience with crisis communications for internal and external audiences
• Proficiency in internal communications tools and platforms (e.g., intranet, email platforms, digital signage)
• High School Diploma or GED. Bachelor's degree or four years additional experience in communications (e.g., journalism, public relations, advertising) in lieu of education.
• Ability to communicate positively, professionally and effectively with others; provide leadership, teach and collaborate with others
• Effective written and oral communication skills; ability to establish and maintain a constructive relationship with diverse members, management, employees and vendors
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations and calculate simple statistics correctly
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks; advanced problem-solving; ability to use advanced reasoning to define problems, collect data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, and design, implement and manage appropriate resolution
• Effective problem solving, organizational and time management skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Nice To Haves

• Background in change management communications or employee engagement strategies
• Experience with visual storytelling, video production or graphic design for internal audiences
• Knowledge of internal communications best practices in the health care or insurance industry
• Prior people management or mentorship experience, with a willingness to step into leadership as the team grows
• Master’s degree

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute mass communication strategies that align with company goals and ensure clear, consistent messaging
• Lead multi-channel internal communications, including email campaigns, intranet content, digital signage, executive messages, and video scripting
• Plan and execute internal events, including town halls, all-employee meetings, and culture-building initiatives
• Create and refine presentations for executives and internal teams, ensuring clarity, impact, and alignment with key messages
• Craft compelling written content for various internal platforms, translating complex business topics into accessible, engaging messages
• Support change management efforts by developing communication plans that drive awareness, alignment, and adoption
• Measure communication effectiveness and optimize messaging based on data, employee feedback, and engagement trends
• Serve as a trusted advisor to leadership, providing strategic counsel on internal communications and engagement strategies

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees