Communications Lead

CGI

$70K — $156K *
Business Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 7+ years of experience in communication strategy and writing
  • Proficient in stakeholder management with a focus on HR initiatives
  • Strong understanding of change management principles
  • Experience in project and timeline management
  • Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills

Responsibilities

  • Develop communication strategies in partnership with key stakeholders
  • Assess communication impact on stakeholders and determine strategies
  • Present and explain communication plans and timelines to project teams
  • Create communication materials like internal web content and announcements
  • Manage communication timelines from drafting to distribution
  • Coordinate stakeholder reviews and integrate feedback into documents
  • Support change management efforts with guides and impact assessments

Benefits

  • Comprehensive insurance options
  • 401(k) plan with matching contributions
  • Paid time off including vacation and holidays
  • Paid parental leave
  • Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
  • Wellness and well-being programs
Full Job Description
Communications Lead

Category: Business Consulting, Strategy and Digital Transformation

Main location: United States, Georgia, Atlanta

Position ID:J0626-0469

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Description:

We are seeking a Communications Lead to partner with key stakeholders to plan and develop communications supporting HRIS initiatives, including Workforce Management and Payroll.

The role is located in Atlanta, GA in a hybrid working environment.

Responsibilities
Communications Planning, Strategy, and Development
. Work closely with subject matter experts, product owners, and corporate communications teams to develop and deliver communications for multiple HRIS initiatives.
. Assess the impact of changes on stakeholders and recommend an appropriate communications approach.
. Present communication plans to project teams and clearly explain the purpose and timing of each communication. Develop a range of communication materials including targeted messaging, video scripts, internal web content, in-platform banner messages, and company-wide announcements.
. Maintain and update the HRIS communications tracker using Smartsheet.
Communications Timeline Planning and Reviews
. Create and manage communication timelines from initial drafting through final distribution.
. Coordinate reviews with stakeholders and incorporate feedback into updated versions.
. Ensure review deadlines are met and follow up as needed to keep communications on track.
Change Management Support
. Provide additional change management support as needed, including developing quick reference guides, FAQs, user documentation updates, change impact assessments, and stakeholder analyses.

Requirements
. Communication strategy and writing
. Stakeholder management
. Change management fundamentals
. Project and timeline management
. Strong attention to detail across reviews, edits, and approvals
. Strong organizational and execution skills

Competencies, Years of experience, Proficiency level
• Communication Strategy and Writing, 7, Very Good
• Stakeholder Management, 7, Very Good
• Change Management Fundamentals, 7. Very Good
• Project and Timeline Management, 7, Very Good
• Strong Organization and Timeline Management, 7, Very Good

CGI anticipates accepting applications for this position through June 19, 2026.

Other Information:
CGI is required by law in some jurisdictions to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The determination of this range includes various factors not limited to skill set, level, experience, relevant training, and licensure and certifications. To support the ability to reward for merit-based performance, CGI typically does not hire individuals at or near the top of the range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range for this role in the U.S. is $70,800.00 - $156,700.00.
CGI's benefits are offered to eligible professionals on their first day of employment to include:
. Competitive compensation
. Comprehensive insurance options
. Matching contributions through the 401(k) plan and the share purchase plan
. Paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick time
. Paid parental leave
. Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
. Wellness and Well-being programs

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Skills:
  • Change Management
  • Communication
  • Stakeholder management


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