Senior Manager, People Group Internal Communications

GEICO • Chicago, IL

33d • $104,550 - $161,950

About The Position

At GEICO, we offer a rewarding career where your ambitions are met with endless possibilities. Every day we honor our iconic brand by offering quality coverage to millions of customers and being there when they need us most. We thrive through relentless innovation to exceed our customers’ expectations while making a real impact for our company through our shared purpose. When you join our company, we want you to feel valued, supported and proud to work here. That’s why we offer The GEICO Pledge: Great Company, Great Culture, Great Rewards and Great Careers. Summary: GEICO is looking for a communications professional to support our Corporate Communications organization. In this high-impact, high visibility role, the candidate will work to develop and execute strategic internal communications to engage, inform and inspire GEICO associates. In addition, this role – which reports to the Director of Associate Communications – will be responsible for the leadership of two direct reports with responsibility for supporting our People Group/Human Resources organization. The ideal candidate thrives in a collaborative, dynamic environment, has the ability to effectively lead a team, can think strategically, and execute on a tactical level. Exceptional writing skills, a deep understanding of internal communications, attention to detail, strong team leadership skills, and experience working directly with senior leaders at large companies is vital to your success.

Requirements

• GEICO seeks an energetic, seasoned, and agile internal communications leader for this role. The successful candidate will have a minimum of 8-10 years of relevant corporate communications experience with a strong emphasis on internal communications.
• They will bring to GEICO a strong understanding of best-in-class internal communications and change management practices from prior experiences.
• Strong internal communications experience at large companies and proven people leadership experience
• Adept at influencing business partners, managing change and driving adoption of new communication initiatives
• Exceptional communicator, able to present ideas verbally, in writing, formally and informally
• Experience working on Human Resources/People communications at a large company
• Proven leader, someone who knows how to manage a team and values guiding high-performing teams and brings out the best in individuals’ assets and capabilities
• Experience working with senior-level leaders – those within HR is a plus
• Ability to work quickly and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment while maintaining a high level of precision and attention to detail
• Ability to resolve tough business problems with well-structured analysis
• Proficiency in utilizing communication and collaboration platforms, digital tools, and analytics to drive effective communications
• Strong writing skills with the ability to understand and communicate difficult concepts
• Bachelor’s degree

Responsibilities

• Create targeted messaging and campaigns to address new programs or processes, policies, change management, and engage associates at all levels within the People Group
• Engage regularly with People Group stakeholders to understand their key priorities and develop strategic communications plans and tactics to bring their initiatives to life for GEICO employees (key areas of focus will include Benefits, Compensation, Learning & Development, and more)
• Employ both proactive and reactive strategic thinking and decision making
• Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of internal communications
• Continuously measure, evaluate, and modify communications plans and tactics to improve impact and effectiveness
• Develop and execute strategic communications plans that reinforce the company’s priorities and key initiatives
• Manage, mentor, develop and inspire communications team members including setting goals, providing development and leadership, and tracking success metrics
• Edit and review the work of one direct report with a focus on creating communications that are clear, engaging, and relevant to employees

Benefits

• Comprehensive Total Rewards program that offers personalized coverage tailor-made for you and your family’s overall well-being.
• Financial benefits including market-competitive compensation; a 401K savings plan vested from day one that offers a 6% match; performance and recognition-based incentives; and tuition assistance.
• Access to additional benefits like mental healthcare as well as fertility and adoption assistance.
• Supports flexibility- We provide workplace flexibility as well as our GEICO Flex program, which offers the ability to work from anywhere in the US for up to four weeks per year.

What This Job Offers

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