Communications Associate Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• At least 10 years of communications experience, including 5 or more years in a leadership role driving change and communication strategies.
• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, journalism, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Proven success in global, fast-paced communications using innovative strategies that achieve measurable outcomes.
• Demonstrated experience leading communications and change enablement for digital transformation, AI, technology adoption, or enterprise IT initiatives.
• Experience in employee and leader engagement, change communications, event management, and strategic campaign execution.
• Advanced PowerPoint skills, with strong attention to detail, design, and storytelling.
• Proficient writing and editing skills, including crafting clear, engaging messages for diverse audiences using multi-channel communication tools.
• Expertise in change management and transformation strategies, with measurable success driving enterprise-wide initiatives.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills and the ability to navigate ambiguity, adapt to shifting priorities, and guide teams through complex scenarios.
• Proven ability to influence and communicate effectively with senior leadership.
• Skill in measuring communication effectiveness and fostering collaboration to advance organizational priorities.

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and advanced communication design tools.
• Experience in website design and content management for user-friendly digital experiences.
• Established track record advising senior leaders on communication and stakeholder engagement strategies.
• Experience managing communications for IT transformation initiatives.
• Familiarity with change management methodologies and their integration into communication strategies.
• Passion for fostering collaboration, driving performance culture, and delivering organizational transformation outcomes.
• Strong relationship-building skills across diverse perspectives and ability to foster an inclusive environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead communication initiatives for the Head of RDU IT and the senior leadership team.
• Develop and implement a strategic communications plan for RDU IT aligned with business priorities.
• Manage communications, engagement, and adoption strategies for AI and digital transformation initiatives across RDU IT, translating technology priorities into practical, human-centered campaigns and leadership-driven communications.
• Plan and deliver town halls, leader meetings, blogs and vlogs, organizational announcements, and awards submissions.
• Steward RDU IT’s storytelling, messaging, and branding to ensure clarity, consistency, and alignment with strategic goals.
• Support RDU IT employees in building communication and change management capabilities to enhance collaboration, adaptability, and career growth.
• Build and support communication and engagement plans for technology rollouts, product launches, process changes, and user onboarding initiatives.
• Showcase RDU IT’s transformation and successes through diverse media channels.
• Partner with process owners and leaders across IT and key business areas to enable operational change initiatives.
• Collaborate with Alexion Corporate and Global IT Communication teams to align communication and change plans.
• Advise RDU IT leadership on executive narratives, leadership messages, and strategy updates.
• Measure communication and change initiative effectiveness to drive continuous improvement.
• Oversee contract resources supporting communication activities, ensuring compliance and successful delivery.

Benefits

• Eligibility for short-term incentive bonuses.
• Equity-based awards for salaried roles.
• Qualified retirement programs.
• Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and leaves.
• Health, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with applicable plan terms.