Manager, Executive & Change Communications (IT & Enterprise Functions)

Vantive

$108K — $148K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or related field.
  • 5+ years of experience in internal and executive communications.
  • Experience in change communications within complex organizations.
  • Proven ability to develop communication plans for transformation initiatives.
  • Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills for diverse audiences.
  • Proficient in managing multiple projects and stakeholders.
  • Detail-oriented with experience working in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

  • Partner with leaders to create strategic communication initiatives.
  • Develop executive messaging and critical presentations.
  • Coordinate change communications to facilitate employee engagement.
  • Advise on communication tactics and audience strategies.
  • Lead planning and content creation for IT initiatives.
  • Collaborate with IT stakeholders to align messaging and ensure timely delivery.
  • Create high-quality, audience-focused communications across various internal channels.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance starting on day one.
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with various investment options.
  • Flexible Spending Accounts and educational assistance programs.
  • Paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on service length.
  • Family and medical leave, including paid parental leave.
  • Commuting benefits and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
  • Childcare benefits and Employee Discount Program.
Full Job Description
Your role at Vantive

The Manager, Executive & Change Communications serves as a communications business partner for the Information Technology organization and select global functions, leading the planning, development, and execution of executive, employee, and change communications that support business priorities, transformation initiatives, and employee engagement.

This role works closely with leaders, subject matter experts, and cross-functional stakeholders to translate complex business and technology topics into clear, compelling communications that drive awareness, understanding, and adoption.

Operating within established communications strategies and priorities, the manager leads communications planning and execution across multiple channels, advises stakeholders, develops high-quality content, supports leadership communications, and identifies storytelling opportunities that strengthen employee engagement.

What you'll be doing

Executive & Change Communications
  • Partner with select global function leaders to develop and execute communications that support strategic priorities, organizational change, and business transformation efforts.
  • Develop executive messaging, presentations, talking points, and leader communications for key business moments.
  • Support change communications planning and execution, helping employees understand, adopt, and engage with organizational changes.
  • Advise stakeholders on messaging approaches, communication timing, audience considerations, and channel strategies.
  • Prepare leaders for communication opportunities by developing clear, engaging, and audience-focused content.


IT Communications Business Partnership
  • Lead communications planning and delivery for IT initiatives, operational updates, and transformation efforts, managing content creation, stakeholder reviews, approvals, and distribution.
  • Coordinate with IT stakeholders, SMEs, and Comms Champions to gather inputs, align messaging, and ensure timely delivery.
  • Coordinate and support the IT Communications Champions Network, to facilitate effective message delivery and alignment across communications activities.


Content, Channels & Storytelling
  • Develop and deliver high-quality communications across internal channels, including InVantive, Viva Engage, newsletters, and communication campaigns.
  • Translate complex business and technical topics into clear, engaging, employee-focused communications.
  • Identify and develop stories that showcase progress, innovation, key initiatives, and the impact of IT and enterprise priorities.
  • Support the development and refinement of organizational narratives and messaging frameworks, ensuring content aligns with established communications strategies and priorities.


Communications Planning & Operations
  • Ensure consistent messaging, sequencing, and audience alignment across communication channels and touchpoints.
  • Develop and manage integrated communications plans, calendars, workflows, and deliverables to support strategic priorities across multiple stakeholder groups.
  • Coordinate content reviews, approvals, publishing, and distribution activities.
  • Monitor communication effectiveness, gather stakeholder feedback, and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
  • Maintain alignment with communications standards, governance, and best practices.
  • Support measurement and reporting efforts to evaluate communication reach, engagement, and effectiveness.


What you'll bring
  • Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, English, Business, Organizational Communications, or a related field.
  • 5+ years of experience in internal communications, executive communications, change communications, employee engagement, or related communications disciplines.
  • Experience supporting internal, executive, or change communications, ideally in a complex or matrixed organization
  • Experience developing and executing communications plans that support organizational change, transformation, or adoption initiatives.
  • Strong writing, editing, storytelling, and content development skills, with the ability to translate complex business and technical concepts into clear, compelling communications.
  • Experience managing multiple stakeholders, timelines, and channels
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to operate in a fast-paced environment


We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. At Vantive, we are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. The estimated base salary for this position is $108,000 to $148,000 annually. The estimated range is meant to reflect an anticipated salary range for the position. We may pay more or less than of the anticipated range based upon market data and other factors, all of which are subject to change. Individual pay is based on upon location, skills and expertise, experience, and other relevant factors. This position is also eligible for a discretionary bonus. For questions about this, our pay philosophy, and available benefits, please speak to the recruiter if you decide to apply and are selected for an interview.

US Benefits at Vantive

This is where your well-being matters. Vantive offers comprehensive compensation and benefits packages for eligible roles. Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental and vision coverage that start on day one, as well as insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance. Financial and retirement benefits include the Aon Pooled Employer Plan ("Aon PEP"), Vantive's 401(k) retirement savings plan, to help you prepare for your future. The Aon PEP is designed to help improve retirement outcomes by providing retirement resources more efficiently. The plan offers a robust set of investment options, financial education, and a suite of resources to support your retirement goals.

We also offer Flexible Spending Accounts, educational assistance programs, and time-off benefits such as paid holidays, paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service, family and medical leaves of absence, and paid parental leave. Additional benefits include commuting benefits, the Employee Discount Program, the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and childcare benefits. Join us and enjoy the competitive compensation and benefits we offer to our employees. For additional information regarding Vantive's US Benefits, please speak with your recruiter or visit our Benefits site: Benefits | Vantive

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