Sr. Director, Employee Communications

HP • Palo Alto, CA

121d • $183,650 - $293,800

About The Position

The Senior Director of Employee Communications is a strategic leader responsible for shaping and executing HP's internal communications strategy. This role ensures that employees across the globe are informed, inspired, and aligned with HP's purpose, values, and business priorities. The leader will drive storytelling, engagement, and change communications that foster a high-performance culture and deepen employee connection to HP's mission.

Requirements

• 12+ years of experience in internal or employee communications, preferably in a global, matrixed organization.
• Proven ability to lead through influence and drive alignment across executive stakeholders.
• Exceptional writing, storytelling, and strategic thinking skills.
• Experience managing communications during periods of change and transformation.
• Strong understanding of digital communication tools and analytics.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead a global employee communications strategy that supports HP's business transformation, culture, and leadership priorities.
• Partner with the Chief Communications Officer, Chief People Officer, and Executive Leadership Team to cascade key messages and drive alignment across the organization.
• Translate complex business strategies into clear, compelling narratives that resonate with diverse employee audiences.
• Provide strategic counsel and content support for internal communications from the CEO and senior leaders.
• Shape and manage executive visibility across internal channels, including town halls, video messages, blogs, and employee forums.
• Design and execute campaigns that reinforce HP's purpose, values, and leadership principles.
• Partner with HR, DEI, and Corporate Affairs to amplify initiatives around culture, inclusion, sustainability, and digital equity.
• Lead communications for enterprise-wide change initiatives, including organizational design, job leveling, and business transformation efforts.
• Ensure employees understand the 'why' behind changes and feel supported through transitions.
• Oversee HP's internal communications channels and continuously optimize for reach and impact.
• Establish KPIs and feedback loops to measure effectiveness and inform strategy.
• Lead and develop a high-performing team of internal communications professionals.
• Collaborate closely with peers in Corporate Communications, HR, Marketing, and Business Units to ensure message consistency and strategic alignment.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Long term/short term disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Life insurance
• Generous time off policies, including; 4-12 weeks fully paid parental leave based on tenure
• 11 paid holidays
• Additional flexible paid vacation and sick leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing