What are the responsibilities and job description for the Internal Communications Manager position at BDO?
BDO’s Core Purpose is Helping People Thrive Every Day. Our Core Values reflect how we manage our work, our relationships and ourselves. As an employee of the firm, you will live true to our Core Values of people first, being exceptional every day in every way, embracing change, feeling empowered through knowledge and choosing accountability. Our Core Values are the standards by which we conduct ourselves day in and day out, both internally and externally.
As an Internal Communications Manager, you will partner with a variety of internal clients to develop and execute powerful communications that manage change, create engagement, and drive a positive and productive organizational culture. You will help proactively identify internal communications opportunities and elevate communications. You will bring a holistic view and approach to this role through your insight into the firm at large along with deep knowledge and understanding of the business.
As an Internal Communications Manager, you will partner with a variety of internal clients to develop and execute powerful communications that manage change, create engagement, and drive a positive and productive organizational culture. You will help proactively identify internal communications opportunities and elevate communications. You will bring a holistic view and approach to this role through your insight into the firm at large along with deep knowledge and understanding of the business.
Qualifications
Education:
Experience:
Software:
Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Bachelor’s degree or
- Ten (10) or more years of related strategic internal communications, journalism, marketing, or public relations experience, required; major in Communications, English, Journalism or Public Relations, preferred
- High School Diploma or GED, required
Experience:
- Five (5) or more years of related strategic internal communications, journalism, marketing, or public relations experience, required
- Change management experience, preferred
- Prior experience working in a professional services environment, preferred
Software:
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, required
- Advanced knowledge of Word and PowerPoint, preferred
- Knowledge of SharePoint and OneDrive, preferred
- Knowledge and understanding of content management systems, preferred
Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Exceptional project management skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with an understanding of AP style guidelines; active listening skills; solid editing skills
- Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work
- Strong interpersonal skills; ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment
- Ability to effectively manage evolving priorities, multiple projects, and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Flexible and adaptable; able to work in ambiguous situations
- Knowledgeable about emerging communications trends and tactics
- Ability to take complex thoughts and synthesize them into clear and concise communications for a variety of audiences
- Experience with change management principles
Internal Communications Specialist
Lensa -
Chicago, IL