Internal Manager-Communications

Tallgrass • Lakewood, CO

12d • Onsite

About The Position

Primary Purpose: Tallgrass is seeking a dynamic, experienced Internal Communications Manager to lead and support strategic communication initiatives that enhance stakeholder engagement, advance organizational goals, and strengthen its reputation and operational effectiveness. This role plays a critical part in developing and executing communication strategies that align messaging and strengthen relationships across diverse audiences and channels to support Tallgrass’ business priorities. The successful candidate will collaborate cross-functionally to translate complex information and concepts into clear, compelling, and effective communications. Tallgrass’ Communications team manages both internal and external communications and provides enterprise-wide support to the entire Tallgrass organization.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Business, or a related field.
• 8-10 years experience in communications, public relations, corporate communications, or stakeholder engagement.
• Demonstrated experience centralizing or governing internal communications across multiple teams or functions.
• Demonstrated ability to write for multiple employee audiences, including field employees and senior leaders
• Hands-on experience managing or partnering on an enterprise intranet (SharePoint or similar), including content governance, analytics, and information architecture.
• Proven ability to lead communication strategy and execution in complex environments.
• Strong skills in developing creative communication materials and managing multi-channel campaigns.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to simplify complex information.
• Strong organizational, project management, and prioritization capabilities.
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships across diverse groups.
• Self-motivated with a high degree of initiative and accountability.
• Proficiency in common office software applications.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work both independently and collaboratively.
• Willingness to travel occasionally, if required.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree in Communications, Public Relations, Business, or related field.
• Experience working with external vendors and cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Create and manage an integrated internal communications content calendar that aligns communications across internal functions and business units; proactively balancing planned campaigns with urgent announcements.
• Develop audience-first communications tailored for distinct employee groups, using the right channel, tone, and level of detail for each.
• Write and edit in an inclusive, accessible voice ensuring consistency with Tallgrass brand and culture; provide coaching/editing support to internal communicators and subject-matter experts.
• Partner closely with field leadership and operational teams to ensure communications are actionable for frontline roles
• Own internal channel strategy and governance for company intranet and SharePoint. e.g., standards, page ownership, tagging, templates.
• Drive continuous improvement of the intranet employee experience by improving findability and usability (information architecture, navigation, search optimization) and by using analytics and employee feedback to prioritize enhancements.
• Develop and implement communication strategies and plans that support organizational priorities.
• Create messaging frameworks and draft talking points, presentations and other communication materials tailored for various audiences and stakeholders.
• Develop content and manage placement of communication campaigns across print, digital, social media, and other channels.
• Translate complex topics into clear and engaging content for internal and external stakeholders.
• Support stakeholder engagement efforts through communication tools and materials for meetings, events, and initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure consistent messaging and alignment.
• Monitor, measure, and report on communication effectiveness and engagement outcomes.
• Provide guidance on communication best practices and serve as a trusted advisor to internal teams.
• Lead or participate in engagement sessions, workshops, or forums to facilitate dialogue and address stakeholder needs.
• Provide leadership, mentorship, and coordination with team members, vendors, or partners, as applicable.

Benefits

• Successful candidates will be subject to background checks and other pre-employment screenings.
• The annual salary range for this position will be $130,000-$170,000/yr.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager