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Employee Communications Manager

$77.2 - $85.78 per hour

Aquent

Placement Type:


Temporary

Salary:


$77.20-85.78 Hourly


W2

Start Date:


Sep 8, 2026

Aquent is proud to partner with a groundbreaking company that stands at the forefront of innovation, dedicated to shaping the future of mobility through advanced technology and robotics. This pioneering organization is committed to pushing boundaries, creating transformative experiences, and fostering a culture of innovation where cutting-edge technology enhances daily life and impacts millions. Join a team where your work directly contributes to revolutionary advancements and helps redefine an entire industry.


Are you a passionate storyteller with a knack for connecting people to purpose? This pivotal role offers an unparalleled opportunity to significantly impact the employee experience, fostering connection and engagement across a diverse and dynamic workforce. You will be instrumental in shaping the internal narrative, bringing crucial people initiatives and the vibrant company culture to life for every team member. As a strategic force, you will translate complex programs into clear, inspiring messages that drive engagement and align the workforce with ambitious goals, directly fostering a more connected and informed environment, enhancing overall productivity and satisfaction.


What You'll Do

  • Serve as a strategic communications partner to the People Experience organization, crafting compelling narratives that bring programs, people initiatives, and company culture to life for all employees.
  • Collaborate closely with senior leaders and cross-functional teams to translate their vision and strategic programs into clear, inspiring communications.
  • Provide trusted, strategic insight and guidance to develop comprehensive communications plans that effectively connect employees to company priorities and boost engagement.
  • Identify opportunities for process improvement and introduce fresh perspectives to enhance existing and evolving programs.
  • Operate with autonomy, bringing structure and clarity to initiatives that are still in their formative stages.
  • Support communications across the full employee lifecycle, encompassing People Experience programs such as onboarding, compensation, performance management, and engagement initiatives.
  • Partner with stakeholders across various People-focused teams to craft integrated and thoughtful communication strategies.
  • Develop and manage end-to-end communications plans that seamlessly align People Experience strategy with broader company priorities.
  • Continuously seek opportunities to optimize engagement, improve communication processes, and introduce innovative ideas to programs.
Must-Have Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree.
  • 8+ years of relevant experience, with a dedicated focus on employee and/or HR/People Experience communications.
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, demonstrating the ability to write clearly, concisely, and compellingly for diverse audiences.
  • Proven ability to build trusted, collaborative relationships with senior leaders, including C-suite executives, and adeptly navigate complex stakeholder environments with a partnership mindset.
  • Comfortable operating effectively in a dynamic environment where priorities evolve rapidly and some programs are still being defined.
  • Ability to manage multiple high-priority projects concurrently and consistently deliver high-quality work under tight deadlines.
Nice-to-Have Qualifications
  • Enthusiasm for leveraging AI tools to amplify communications impact and automate workflows.
  • Familiarity with various communication and collaboration tools, including AI platforms.

About Aquent Talent


Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world's biggest brands.


Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. We also offer free online training through Aquent Gymnasium. More information on our awesome benefits!


Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We're about creating an inclusive environment-one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.
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