Senior Director, Employee Communications - Driving Global Internal Communications Strategies at Avis Budget Group

Join Our Team: Transforming the Future of Transportation At Avis Budget Group, we're on a mission to revolutionize the transportation industry with innovative, customer-centric solutions. As a global leader in the rental car industry, we're proud to be part of a dynamic and ever-evolving landscape. With a team of 25,000 driven professionals, we're committed to making a positive impact on the lives of our colleagues, customers, and communities worldwide. About Us Our culture is built on a performance-driven ethos, where we empower and support each other to excel through leadership, training, and rewards. We're a company that values diversity, equity, and inclusion, and we're dedicated to fostering a workplace environment that's inclusive, engaging, and rewarding for all employees. Job Overview We're seeking an exceptional Senior Director, Employee Communications to lead and oversee our internal communications strategies across the organization. As a key member of our HR team, you'll play a critical role in driving employee engagement, articulating complex business strategies, and ensuring that our messaging is clear, concise, and impactful. Key Responsibilities Develop and execute a comprehensive global communications strategy, focusing on key messages for internal stakeholders. Act as the primary liaison for senior leadership, providing strategic communications counsel and crafting messaging that resonates with diverse audiences. Manage critical communications initiatives, including our Employee Value Proposition, executive presentations, leadership updates, and company-wide employee engagement campaigns. Prioritize and respond to communication needs across different leadership teams, ensuring tactful and strategic responses that align with company goals. Lead change management communications to guide employees through organizational transitions, ensuring a smooth and effective transition. Oversee content creation, including high-quality written, digital, and video materials, ensuring consistency in messaging and tone across all platforms and events. Collaborate with HR, Marketing, and other teams to drive change management initiatives and support corporate social responsibility and DEI programs. Develop and execute a strategy for internal communications with hourly workers not on the internet, ensuring that all employees are informed and engaged. Essential Qualifications To succeed in this role, you'll need: 10+ years of combined experience in corporate communications, public relations, or a related field, with a focus on hourly to executive communications and employee engagement. Multiple years of relevant experience managing and developing teams, with a strong leadership background. Exceptional writing and editing skills, with a proven ability to articulate complex information clearly and tactfully. Experience communicating to a dispersed hourly workforce, with a deep understanding of their needs and preferences. A strong ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring the right approach to leadership communications. A Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or a related field. Preferred Qualifications While not essential, the following qualifications will be considered a plus: Experience working closely with senior executives to develop high-level communication strategies and execute critical initiatives. Expertise in crisis communications, change management, and managing high-stakes messaging. Experience overseeing and planning logistics for high-visibility leadership events with hundreds of stakeholders. What We Offer At Avis Budget Group, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes: Paid time off 401K retirement plan with company-matched contributions Access to Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability insurance Eligible to elect other voluntary benefits, including Group Legal, Identity Theft, Insurance, FSA, and additional life insurance coverages Employee discounts, including discounted prices on the purchase of Avis/Budget cars Access to an Employee Assistance Program for services, including counseling, financial and legal consultation, referrals for care services, and more Career Growth Opportunities As a Senior Director, Employee Communications, you'll have the opportunity to drive global internal communications strategies, lead cross-functional teams, and develop your skills in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. You'll be part of a talented team of professionals who are passionate about making a difference in the transportation industry. Work Environment This role is based in our state-of-the-art HQ building in Parsippany, NJ, where you'll have the opportunity to work with a talented team of professionals in a collaborative and innovative environment. While the role requires on-site presence 5 days a week, we're committed to providing a flexible and supportive work environment that allows you to thrive. Join Our Team If you're a motivated and experienced communications professional looking to drive global internal communications strategies, we want to hear from you! Apply today and let's build the future together. Avis Budget Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other category protected by applicable law. This advertisement does not constitute a promise or guarantee of employment. This advertisement describes the general nature and level of this position only. Essential functions and responsibilities may change as business needs require. The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law. Apply for this job