Manager, Division Executive & Internal Communications, Illinois & Wisconsin

Advocate Health•Charlotte, NC

4d•$51 - $77•Hybrid

About The Position

Advocate Health is seeking a Manager, Division Executive & Internal Communications to connect enterprise strategy with leaders and teammates across its Illinois and Wisconsin divisions. This highly visible role serves as a trusted communications partner to division leaders, translating complex business, operational and organizational priorities into clear, relevant and engaging communications. The position supports executive communications, strategic initiatives, organizational change and storytelling while coordinating messaging across the two divisions and the broader organization. Working closely with the Illinois and Wisconsin Division AVPs and senior leaders, the manager develops communications that reflect shared priorities while addressing the distinct audiences, needs and operating environments of each division. The role requires strong judgment, strategic thinking, exceptional writing skills and the ability to build trusted partnerships in a complex, matrixed organization. The position is hybrid, and the employee must live in Illinois or Wisconsin.

Requirements

Three to seven years of progressive experience in strategic communications, internal communications, executive communications or a related field.
Demonstrated experience developing and executing communication plans that support complex business priorities, organizational change and leader communications.
Proven ability to translate complex business and operational information into clear, engaging content for diverse audiences.
Strong executive communication and leadership advisory skills.
Experience supporting change communication and organizational transformation.
Strong business acumen and strategic storytelling capabilities.
Ability to build trusted partnerships and work effectively across functions, divisions and leadership levels.
Excellent writing, editing, presentation and verbal communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders while delivering high-quality work in a fast-paced environment.
Sound judgment, discretion and risk management capabilities.
Ability to balance strategic thinking with strong attention to execution and detail.
Must live in Illinois or Wisconsin.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting executive and internal communications within a large, complex or matrixed organization.
Experience developing communications across multiple markets, divisions or geographic areas.
Experience advising senior leaders on messaging, communication strategy and organizational change.
Knowledge of employee engagement, listening and two-way communication strategies.
Experience partnering with People and Culture, operations, events or transformation teams.
Demonstrated ability to coach leaders and partners on effective communication practices.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute strategic communication plans aligned with Illinois and Wisconsin Division business objectives, culture, transformation priorities and enterprise direction.
Partner with Division AVPs and senior leaders on executive and internal communications for key priorities, organizational changes, complex issues and strategic initiatives.
Translate complex business, operational and organizational information into clear, concise and compelling communications for diverse audiences.
Create executive and leader communication materials, including messaging, talking points, presentations, leader resources and supporting content.
Develop people, engagement and change communication strategies to help leaders and teammates understand and navigate organizational priorities.
Partner with People Operations and Optimization and People Activation Events to develop communications and activation experiences across internal channels and forums.
Create stories that connect local accomplishments, transformation efforts and strategic priorities to the broader Advocate Health story.
Maintain consistency and alignment across Illinois and Wisconsin while tailoring communications for division and local audiences.
Support listening and two-way communication strategies that incorporate teammate feedback and strengthen organizational communications.
Collaborate with division, area and enterprise communications teams and business partners to coordinate messaging and identify connections across initiatives.
Manage multiple priorities, stakeholders and communication needs in a fast-paced, highly matrixed environment.
Apply sound judgment, discretion and risk awareness when supporting sensitive or complex communications.
Perform other related duties as required.