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Internal Communications Strategist 

Yesterday Scottsdale, AZ

Join a team where strategic communication drives clarity, connection, and culture. As an Internal Communications Strategist, you'll be at the heart of translating business strategy into meaningful messaging that resonates across the organization. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the employee experience, drive engagement, and influence outcomes through strategic storytelling, stakeholder collaboration, and innovative communication solutions.

Responsibilities

  • Provides consultation to develop internal communications solutions that drive identified outcomes. Translates business strategies and initiatives into messaging and content. Prioritizes communications and messages to maximize impact on target audiences and business outcomes.
  • Creates effective and compelling internal communications content based on deep understanding of target audience and the broader operating environment.
  • Drives the execution of all phases of the internal communications process, including conception, implementation, and measurement. Leads day-to-day internal communication activities.
  • Resolves conflicts over content or internal communication channel recommendations by acting as a trusted advisor to influence, coach, and negotiate with stakeholders.
  • Improves end-to-end communication processes by applying current and evolving industry standards, while complying with Vanguard brand. Proactively sources news and stories for broader application.
  • Develops and strengthens working relationships with key influencers across the organization and in the industry to support communications and business objectives.
  • Participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

  • Five years related work experience, Three years consulting and delivering internal communications experience preferred.
  • Undergraduate degree or equivalent combination of training and experience. Graduate degree preferred.
  • Adobe suite experience strongly preferred
  • Senior leadership stakeholder management experience strongly preferred.

Special Factors

Sponsorship
Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.

About Vanguard

At Vanguard, we don't just have a mission-we're on a mission.

To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.

How We Work

Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.

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Client-provided location(s): Scottsdale, AZ, Charlotte, NC, Malvern, PA
Job ID: Vanguard-169959
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2025-08-16T20:18:32

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • FSA
    • HSA
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
    • Pet Insurance
  • Parental Benefits

    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Company Outings
    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • Happy Hours
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
    • On-Site Cafeteria
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Paid Holidays
    • Paid Vacation
    • Volunteer Time Off
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • Relocation Assistance
    • Performance Bonus
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • 401(K)
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Internship Program
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Leadership Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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