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Nexteer Automotive · 2 days ago

Strategic Communications Lead

Saginaw, MI

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

8+ years exp

Nexteer Automotive is a global leading motion control technology company that has been innovating in the automotive industry for over a century. The Strategic Communications Lead will shape and execute the company’s internal communication strategy, creating engaging content and enhancing leadership visibility to foster a culture of transparency and engagement.

Automotive

Responsibilities

Develop consistent messaging for a global audience, collaborating with regional communicators for cultural relevance and aligning with external communications to maintain brand voice and positioning

Create and distribute content for global and U.S. channels such as digital signage, newsletters, corporate videos, intranet updates, leadership announcements, policy changes, culture and inclusion & belonging programs, and transformation updates

Design templates and resources and consult other divisions and departments to ensure consistent messaging

Coordinate with key stakeholders in various departments to gather and disseminate pertinent information

Serve as the primary writer for senior leader communications, including speeches, presentations, and internal updates

Develop leader-specific communication strategies to increase visibility and engagement across the organization

Collaborate with the Executive Director and senior leaders to ensure all communications align with the company’s strategic goals

Tailor messaging for various audiences while maintaining a unified tone and voice

Work closely with regional teams to ensure alignment with local adaptations

Lead communication efforts tailored to the US-based workforce, addressing local concerns and priorities

Oversee the intranet and digital signage, ensuring fresh, engaging, and reliable sources of company information globally

Coordinate with the Graphic Designer to enhance the visual appeal of written content

Manage messaging for urgent updates, organizational changes, or global announcements

Develop FAQs and talking points to support managers in delivering clear and consistent messages

Assess the effectiveness of global and U.S. communication efforts using analytics tools and employee feedback

Evaluate communication channels and tools, implementing improvements based on industry best practices and emerging trends

Recommend adjustments to strategies and tactics based on data insights

Work closely with the Employee Experience and Engagement Lead and the broader Global Communications Center of Excellence to ensure seamless coordination of messaging and logistics for key events, such as town halls, the annual leadership Strategy Summit, recognition ceremonies, etc

Leverage insights from employee surveys and event feedback to shape written content that reinforces engagement efforts and enhances the employee experience

Provide support and coverage as needed for the Employee Experience and Engagement Lead, ensuring continuity of engagement initiatives—including events, surveys, and inclusion & belonging efforts—during absences or peak activity periods

Qualification

Corporate communicationsDigital platform managementCrisis communicationAnalytical skillsStorytelling skillsCross-functional collaborationEditing skillsCultural adaptationRegulatory complianceEmployee engagement

Required

8+ years of experience in corporate communications, internal communications, or a related field—but we're open to candidates with less experience who bring strong relevant skills and a great attitude

Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills with the ability to tailor messaging for diverse audiences

Strong ability to collaborate with and advise senior leadership and cross-functional teams

Experience managing digital platforms, intranets, and corporate content

Ability to navigate complex topics and communicate clearly during times of change or crisis

Strong analytical skills to measure communication effectiveness and make data-driven improvements

Experience working in a global organization and adapting messaging for different cultural contexts

Experience ensuring internal communications comply with regulations in a publicly traded company, maintaining appropriate information disclosure

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Journalism, Communications or a related field