Communication Specialist

JOB DESCRIPTION

Why GM Financial?

GM Financial is the wholly owned captive finance subsidiary of General Motors and is headquartered in Fort Worth, U.S. We are a global provider of auto finance solutions, with operations in North America, South America, and the Asia Pacific region. Through our long-standing relationships with auto dealers, we offer attractive retail financing and lease programs to meet the needs of each customer. We also offer commercial lending products to dealers to help them finance and grow their businesses.

At GM Financial, our team members define and shape our culture - an environment that welcomes new ideas, fosters integrity, and creates a sense of community and belonging. Here we do more than work - we thrive.

Our Purpose: We pioneer the innovations that move and connect people to what matters.

This position will be posted until filled.

RESPONSIBILITIES

About the role:

Corporate Communications Specialist - Events will report to the Corporate Events Manager. This role partners closely with internal stakeholders and external vendors to ensure flawless execution and meaningful engagement that reflects GM Financial's brand and values. The Specialist will play a key role in event logistics, communications, and content coordination, ensuring every touchpoint aligns with our corporate storytelling and engagement goals. On any given day, you may be asked to write and edit content in a variety of channels, including, but not limited to: Websites, advertising, news releases, social media, employee communications, video scripts and executive messaging.

• Support the planning and delivery of corporate events, including live events, leadership meetings, cultural events and community engagement activities.
• Support event logistics such as venue coordination, scheduling, vendor communication, catering, equipment setup and production needs.
• Participate in brainstorming sessions to bring innovative, creative ideas to employee engagement experiences.
• Provide on-site and virtual event support, including setup, check-in and troubleshooting.
• Collaborate with creative, brand, and video production teams to deliver engaging, visually aligned content.
• Coordinate event recaps and post-event communications, including surveys, analytics and lessons learned.
• Partner with stakeholders across departments to support consistent communication and event execution.
• Act as a communication liaison to departments throughout the company

• Excellent organizational and administrative skills with a strong attention to detail.
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines.
• A proactive, solutions-oriented mindset with a collaborative spirit.
• Strong relationship-building skills and ability to work effectively across teams.
• Knowledge of event planning, production, or marketing best practices.
• Ability to anticipate needs, adapt quickly, and execute with precision in a fast-paced environment.
• Creative thinker with a passion for storytelling and creating memorable employee experiences.
• Strong project management skills
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills
• Self-starter and team player able to work seamlessly with team members, executives, vendors and customers
• Ability to make independent decisions
• Interpersonal skills to relate with staff at all levels throughout the company to stay aware of potentially newsworthy developments

• Bachelor's Degree in related field or equivalent professional work experience, in journalism, mass communications, public relations or related discipline required
• 1-3 years of experience in an advertising/marketing agency or a corporate communications/marketing role, including internships required