Communications director Jobs in Chicago, IL

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Summary :

In this role, you will lead the messaging strategy for all People Team communications across Vizient. You will act as the strategic communications partner to the Chief People Officer and Human Resources Centers of Excellence. You will shape and activate messaging across the full employee experience-spanning Payroll, Total Rewards, Learning & Development, Talent Acquisition, Culture & Belonging, HR Operations, and Workplace Services. You will articulate the People Team's voice and amplify initiatives that strengthen Vizient's culture, growth, and employer brand.

Responsibilities :

Lead communications strategy for enterprise-wide People Team initiatives, ensuring alignment with business goals and enterprise objectives.

Build and maintain a cohesive internal narrative around talent, development, culture, and workplace experience.

Act as lead storyteller and message advisor for EVP and employer brand activation.

Partner with Brand and Talent Acquisition to align internal and external People messaging.

Support large-scale change efforts tied to HR systems, performance, and organizational design.

Collaborate with Marketing to develop executive social media strategies that amplify the Chief People Officer's voice and elevate Vizient's external presence.

Shape executive content that contributes to Vizient's thought leadership in healthcare.

Monitor communications effectiveness using engagement data, executive feedback, and progress toward team goals and OKRs.

Leverage insights to refine communications strategies and approaches for greater impact.

Qualifications :

Relevant degree preferred.

7 or more years of relevant experience required.

Demonstrated success leading enterprise-level communications strategy and execution.

Strong experience partnering with executive leadership to develop and activate messaging.

Expertise in internal communications, employer brand, and employee engagement initiatives.

Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills with the ability to adapt messaging to diverse audiences.

Experience managing communications related to large-scale organizational change.

Ability to leverage data and insights to measure communications effectiveness and refine strategies.

Knowledge of healthcare industry trends and organizational communications best practices preferred.

Willingness to travel.

Estimated Hiring Range :

At Vizient, we consider skills, experience, and organizational needs in our compensation approach. Geographic factors may adjust the range estimate and hires typically fall below the top range. Compensation decisions are tailored to individual circumstances. The current salary range for this role is $88,900.00 to $155,500.00.

This position is also incentive eligible.

Vizient has a comprehensive benefits plan! Please view our benefits here :

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