Guardian Life Insurance

Internal Communications Manager, Channels and Operations

Guardian Life Insurance$82K — $135K *
Business Services
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, or Journalism.
  • 3-6 years of experience in internal communications or employee engagement.
  • Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills with attention to detail.
  • Experience managing internal channels like intranets and email newsletters is preferred.
  • Proficiency with tools such as SharePoint, Viva Engage, and analytics platforms is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Maintain high editorial standards across employee-facing channels, ensuring clarity and relevance.
  • Create and manage content for internal platforms including the intranet and newsletters.
  • Utilize content management systems for publishing and managing communications effectively.
  • Support content review workflows to keep information accurate and current.
  • Coordinate with various teams to maintain channel operations and communication tools.
  • Monitor internal communication performance, using insights for refinement.
  • Provide administrative support and documentation for communication protocols.

Benefits

  • Hybrid work arrangement, with three in-office days required weekly.
  • Role based in either New York, NY, or Boston, MA, with potential for other tristate hub office assignments.
Full Job Description
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Internal Communications Manager

This role is a unique opportunity for an early-career, yet experienced communications professional to join a high-impact team shaping the future of employee communications at Guardian. Working at the intersection of communications, emerging technology, analytics, and operational excellence, this individual will help manage enterprise channels while contributing to strategic initiatives that improve how communications are delivered, measured, and experienced.
Ideal candidates are intellectually curious, highly organized, and energized by solving problems, improving processes, and turning impactful ideas into reality. The role requires strong writing skills, sound editorial judgment, a service-oriented mindset, and a strong interest in data as insight for continuous improvement. If you're motivated by the opportunity to leave things better than you found them, drive meaningful change, and help a high-performing team reach its next level of impact, you'll thrive in this role.
Key responsibilities
Communications and channel operations
  • Maintain high editorial and quality standards across employee-facing channels, promoting communications that are clear, concise, accurate, relevant, and aligned to each channel’s purpose.
  • Create, curate, and manage high-quality content and templates for internal platforms, including our intranet, internal newsletter, email campaigns, digital signage, and enterprise social platform.
  • Utilize content management systems (CMS) for the day-to-day management and publishing across internal communication channels, ensuring that content is both easily accessible to employees and easily maintained by communications team members.
  • Support recurring content review and auditing workflows to help ensure employee-facing information remains current, accurate, useful, and well managed.
  • Coordinate with Internal Communications, Marketing, IT, and vendor teams to maintain channel operations and communications enablement tools as needed.
  • Uphold governance and brand guidelines across internal communication channels to positively reflect company identity and culture while enabling positive employee experiences.
  • Monitor and assess the performance of internal communication efforts, using insights to help refine approaches and identify best practices.
  • Provide executional and administrative support for internal communications and channel operations, including documentation and refinement of protocols, templates, standard communications materials, and other resources for enablement.
Stakeholder support and counsel
  • Advise business partners, communicators, and channel users on optimal use of enterprise communications channels for their audiences and goals.
  • Serve as a collaborative thought partner on channel and communications operations initiatives, bringing sound judgment, practical recommendations, and a service mindset.
  • Assist as needed with cross-training and support to employees on the use of internal communication tools and platforms.
  • Leverage subject matter expertise to serve as a trusted knowledge manager for our internal network of communicators, facilitating knowledge sharing, documentation, and continuous learning.
Continuous improvement and innovation
  • Contribute data, insights, and proven best practices to efforts to enhance the effectiveness and engagement for internal communications.
  • Support technology adoption and AI transformation by learning new tools and methodologies, translating best practices into practical resources and recommending ways to improve how the team works. Further champion AI transformation by ideating, exploring, testing, and implementing AI agents and tools to enable communications.
  • Foster a culture of continuous improvement by soliciting and incorporating feedback from colleagues and stakeholders to improve processes, reduce bottlenecks, and enhance effectiveness.
  • Stay abreast of industry trends and best practices in internal communications, channel operations, and web content management.

Qualifications and skills
  • Required
    • Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, or Journalism.
    • 3-6 years of experience in internal communications or employee engagement.
    • Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills, with an eye for detail and accuracy.
  • Strongly preferred
    • Experience managing internal channels, such as intranets, digital signage, and email newsletters and/or campaigns.
    • Special consideration will be given to candidates who:
      • Are proficient with key tools ― SharePoint, Viva Engage, Power platform, and/or internal communications measurement platforms such as SWOOP Analytics and tyGraph.
      • Have consulting experience in a management consulting firm environment.
Working conditions
  • Hybrid work arrangement, requiring 3 days in the office each week.
  • This role can be based in our New York, NY, or Boston, MA, office.
    • Options for assignment to another tristate hub office — Holmdel, NJ, or Stamford, CT —may be considered for highly qualified candidate

Salary Range:

$82,770.00 - $135,975.00

The salary range reflected above is a good faith estimate of base pay for the primary location of the position. The salary for this position ultimately will be determined based on the education, experience, knowledge, and abilities of the successful candidate. In addition to salary, this role may also be eligible for annual, sales, or other incentive compensation.


About Guardian Life Insurance

Guardian Life Insurance Careers

Join the Guardian Life Insurance team today and be part of a company that values growth, leadership, and innovation. As a leading provider in the insurance industry, Guardian Life Insurance offers a wealth of job opportunities that empower you to shape your future and strengthen your professional skills. Work You’ll Do At Guardian Life Insurance, you’ll collaborate with a diverse team of experts dedicated to providing exceptional service and innovative solutions to our clients. Our culture thrives on inclusivity and the shared ambition of our team members to drive positive change in the insurance sector. Explore a variety of career paths in areas ranging from customer service to financial advisement, each offering the potential to engage with transformative projects that impact lives. Our commitment to professional growth is evident in our robust training programs, including leadership development and diversity training, designed to enhance your skills and advance your career. Innovative Work Guardian Life Insurance is at the forefront of integrating cutting-edge technology and personalized service. Join us and contribute to initiatives that redefine industry standards and lead to more predictive and personalized customer experiences. Be Part of a Great Team Our team at Guardian Life Insurance is our strongest asset. We foster an environment where creativity and effectiveness are encouraged, making it a perfect place for those who seek to innovate and excel in their careers. With a focus on nurturing talent, we offer comprehensive benefits, competitive salaries, and a supportive atmosphere that advocates work-life balance. Future-Proof Your Career With Guardian Life Insurance, your career is future-proof. Dive into a range of employment opportunities that not only align with your current skills but also challenge you to grow and expand your capabilities. Whether you’re looking for a full-time position, an internship, or even leadership roles, Guardian Life Insurance is committed to helping you find the right path. Stay Connected Join Our Team Discover the job opportunities waiting for you at Guardian Life Insurance. We are continuously hiring and looking for individuals who are passionate, driven, and ready to contribute to our mission. Search open positions that match your skills and interests, and take the first step towards a rewarding career with us. Keep Up to Date Stay informed with the latest career tips, industry insights, and company news—all from the professionals who make Guardian Life Insurance a leader in the insurance industry. Our careers blog provides valuable information to help you prepare for your next interview, polish your resume, and enhance your networking abilities. Job Alert Emails Customize your experience by subscribing to job alerts and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Discover exciting and rewarding opportunities that await at Guardian Life Insurance, and see how you can contribute to our legacy of excellence and innovation. Join Guardian Life Insurance today and be part of a company that’s dedicated to your career growth and professional development.
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