Director Internal Communications - Military Veterans

Lutron Electronics Company, Inc


Director Internal Communications

US-PA-Coopersburg

Job ID: 2024-3884
Type: Regular Full-Time
# of Openings: 1
Category: Human Resources
Corporate Headquarters

Overview

Lutron is seeking a dynamic and seasoned Director of Internal Communications to further develop and lead our corporate-wide internal communication program and activities. At Lutron, we believe in the power of effective strategic communications to inspire, engage, and unite our workforce. As the global leader in smart lighting and shade controls, we are committed to fostering an environment where our employees thrive and contribute to our shared success.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to build and scale a reimagined internal communications function to link the company’s strategic initiatives with employees all around the globe, ensuring that we are delivering targeted, high-quality content aligned with Lutron's brand and reputation. You will train, develop, and manage a team, develop communication tools and infrastructure, and create targeted content to engage employees. You will connect employees with the company’s strategic goals, key projects, and executive updates.

Additionally, you will utilize your proven interpersonal skills, creativity, and ability to motivate others to establish compelling employee engagement programs. This will include identifying and implementing communications opportunities that connect leadership to employees and developing key messages and communications materials. Your efforts will help shape and promote company progress, key initiatives, and high-level decisions to our people, enhancing overall employee engagement.

As the Director of Internal Communications, you will be the driving force behind creating and executing a comprehensive internal communications strategy. This position reports directly to the global, Senior Vice President of HR.

• Develop and implement a strategic internal communications plan that aligns with company objectives, principles, and culture.
• Evaluate effectiveness of initiatives to understand short-term and long-term success
• Craft compelling and engaging storytelling and messaging that convey information in a relatable manner to all employee groups
• Lead the creation and distribution of a variety of traditional and digital internal communications.
• Collaborate with C-suite executives and department heads to develop tailored communication strategies and messaging.
• Display a consultative mindset with problem solving skills and solutions-oriented mindset.
• Drive communication strategies around change management initiatives.
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders across the organization
• Measure the impact and effectiveness of communications through metrics and feedback and adjust strategies and tactics accordingly.
• Develop and manage a team of internal communications professionals, fostering a culture of collaboration, creativity, and continuous improvement.
• Develop a deep understanding of employee sentiment and factor it into planning and decision making
• Regularly manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Cultivate a proven culture of collaboration to create experiences that engage, connect, and inspire the community of employees.
• Develop an editorial calendar that is synced with key decisions, actions, and planning.
• Support leadership and company meetings by crafting messaging, agenda topics, speaker selection and logistics.
• Stay current with industry best practices and trends in internal communications, implementing innovative approaches to enhance employee engagement.

• Bachelor’s degree: Master’s degree is a plus
• 15+ years of professional experience with a proven track record of leading an internal/employee communications team
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a keen eye for detail and ability to tailor messages to different audiences.
• Proficiency in utilizing modern communication tools, platforms, and technologies with ability to learn new technologies when a need is identified.
• Creative mindset with the ability to conceive and curate authentic storytelling content and campaigns.

If you are a strategic thinker, a masterful communicator, and a leader who thrives in a dynamic environment, we invite you to join our team as the Director of Internal Communications. Help shape the future of our organization by empowering our employees through effective communication. Apply now and be a part of our journey! In your application, be sure to submit examples of past internal communication campaigns.

Lutron Electronics’ position as the worldwide leader in innovative lighting control and shading solutions has enabled consistent, annual growth. Our company has cultivated a reputation of unsurpassed quality, a broad range of technologies and product offerings, and a strong commitment to servicing our worldwide customers. This has allowed the company to invest in developing new technologies and services, expand our technical capabilities and global presence, and to find and retain the best talent. Build your career with Lutron where you will enjoy competitive compensation and benefits while exploring many options for continued growth and education. Make a difference every day in our dynamic, people-centric, technology-driven organization. For more information, view our website at www.lutron.com.

Lutron Electronics is an Equal Opportunity – Affirmative Action – Employer. We welcome qualified, motivated applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics

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