Manager, Internal Communications

Job Purpose 

The Manager of Internal Communications is responsible for shaping ABBYY’s employer brand, fostering employee engagement, and driving a cohesive internal communications strategy. This role ensures that ABBYY’s culture, values, and EVP (Employer Value Proposition) are effectively communicated both internally and externally. As a strategic partner to leadership, this individual will advise executives on communication best practices, employer branding initiatives, and workforce engagement strategies. The ideal candidate will act as a bridge between HR, Communications, Marketing, and Talent Acquisition.  

Key Responsibilities: 

 Internal Communications & Employee Engagement 

• Internal Communications Ecosystem: Own and optimize all internal channels (intranet, email, MS Teams, newsletters, videoconferencing, etc.) to ensure clarity, consistency, and engagement
• CEO & Executive Communications: Partner with leadership to craft messages, town halls, newsletters, and company-wide announcements
• HR Communications: Partner with HR to drive strategic messaging across the employee lifecycle (onboarding, performance, development, offboarding)
• Change Management: Partner with the business to support organizational transformation and culture initiatives with clear, empathetic communication
• Reputation Management: Monitor internal sentiment and address misinformation or concerns proactively
• Employee Experience: Partner with the business to create programs that foster belonging, recognition, and retention (e.g., awards, milestone celebrations)
• Internal Events: Partner with leadership, HR and Admin functions to plan global and team meetings, summits, and corporate events (virtual/in-person)

 Employer Branding & Talent Attraction 

• EVP Development & Activation: Define, refine, and globally promote ABBYY's Employer Value Proposition (EVP) to differentiate us in the talent market
• Reputation Management: Monitor and enhance ABBYY's employer reputation across platforms (Glassdoor, Indeed, social media), addressing feedback and implementing improvement strategies
• Careers Site & Social Media: Partner with Marketing to optimize ABBYY's careers website, LinkedIn, Glassdoor, Instagram and other platforms to attract top talent
• Recruitment Marketing: Develop targeted campaigns (digital, events, PR) to engage passive and active candidates
• Recruitment Events: Partner with the business to organize and attend job fairs, industry conferences, and virtual hiring events
• HR-Led PR Initiatives: Partner with Marketing/PR to showcase ABBYY's workplace culture through media, awards (e.g., Great Place to Work), and employee advocacy
• TA Enablement: Work closely with Talent Acquisition to provide branding assets, messaging, and training to recruiters

 Qualifications & Skills 

• Experience: 5+ years in employer branding, internal communications, or HR marketing, preferably in tech/SaaS
• Strategic & Creative: Ability to translate business goals into compelling narratives for employees and candidates
• Stakeholder Leadership: Proven success partnering with C-suite, HR, Marketing, and Talent Acquisition
• Digital & Analytical: Expertise in employer branding platforms (e.g., LinkedIn Recruiter, Glassdoor), CMS tools, and data-driven decision-making
• Technical Proficiency: Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) for data analysis, reporting, and presentations
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Ability to work effectively with distributed teams in a fast-paced, global environment
• Adaptability & Flexibility: Comfortable navigating ambiguity and evolving priorities
• Language: High proficiency in English (written and spoken) is required
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Communications, HR, Marketing, or related field preferred but not required (or experience in lieu of degree)

Salary Range

The anticipated base salary range for this position is between $101,000 and $150,000. Base salary ranges may vary by geographic location and relevant experience, education, certifications, and seniority as compared to others doing substantially similar work. There is no guarantee an offer will be at the top of the posted range based on the salary analysis.

Here are some of our local benefits:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 100% Employer-Paid Medical Plan (Employee-Only Option)
• 401(k) with up to 4% Employer Match
• Three Weeks Paid Time Off (Increases with Tenure)
• 13 Paid Holidays Annually, Plus Floating Days
• Gym Membership Subsidy
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Options
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Pet Insurance
• College Savings Plan
• Travel Assistance