Senior Staff Internal Communications

Aurora Innovation$163K — $261K *
Enterprise Technology
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 12+ years of experience in internal communications within the tech industry.
  • Expertise in developing and executing internal communication strategies for rapidly scaling companies.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to simplify complex topics.
  • Demonstrated experience as a trusted communications advisor to internal stakeholders.
  • Experience managing company-wide systems like intranet and AI tools for employee efficiency.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple projects.
  • Strong production skills to engage employees across various communication channels.

Responsibilities

  • Develop proactive internal communication strategies to foster employee connection to the company's mission.
  • Create initiatives that boost engagement and strengthen relationships among employees and leaders.
  • Manage and maintain the editorial calendar for all internal communication channels.
  • Collaborate with internal teams to shape and refine Aurora's employer brand.
  • Advise stakeholders on communication strategies for consistency across internal channels.
  • Produce various communication materials, including executive emails and company announcements.
  • Evaluate and oversee AI tools and integrated systems to enhance employee engagement and information access.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work in a hybrid environment, with in-office collaboration at least 3 days per week.
  • Access to an annual bonus and equity compensation.
  • Comprehensive benefits package available for employees.
Full Job Description
As the Internal Communications Lead, you will inspire Aurorans and strengthen their connection to our mission. You will be responsible for motivating and educating employees, fostering rich conversation, and improving discovery of and access to essential information. This is an individual contributor role.

In this role, you will
  • Focus on proactive Internal Communications Strategies:
    -Develop communication strategies that help employees feel connected to our mission, understand the "why" behind core company priorities, and provide context for company decisions so that they understand how to prioritize their work.
    -Develop initiatives that drive engagement and ensure employees feel connected to our leaders and one another.
    -Develop and manage the editorial calendar for all internal communication channels.
  • Develop Employer Brand Strategy & Employee Engagement:
    -Collaborate with internal teams on the development and refinement of Aurora's employer brand. This involves working closely with our People and Marketing teams to define and articulate what makes Aurora a unique and desirable place to work.
  • Own Executive Communications:
    -Serve as an advisor to internal stakeholders, guiding them on communication strategies and ensuring consistency across all internal channels.
    -Develop various internal materials, such as communication plans, executive and company emails, announcements, talking points, and executive briefing materials.
  • Explore Tooling and Systems:-Explore, evaluate, and manage how AI-powered tools and an integrated intranet can improve employee engagement and information accessibility.

Required Qualifications
  • 12+ years of experience in internal communications in the tech industry.
  • Experience developing and executing company-wide internal communication strategies for rapidly scaling companies.
  • Excellent written and verbal communicator who can translate complex topics into simple language.
  • Proven experience as a trusted communications advisor to internal stakeholders.
  • Experience launching and managing company wide systems like intranet and AI tools that help employees be more efficient.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Strong production skills that will help use a variety of communications channels to reach employees.

The base salary range for this position is $163,000 - $261,000 per year. Aurora's pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, the successful candidate's starting base pay will be determined based on factors including job-related skills, experience, qualifications, relevant education or training, and market conditions. These ranges may be modified in the future. The successful candidate will also be eligible for an annual bonus, equity compensation, and benefits.

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We believe in-person work increases collaboration, empathy and our ability to lead effectively. As a result, we operate in a hybrid work environment where Aurorans are in office at least 3 days per week.

Our Careers page provides insight into what it is like to work at Aurora, and you can find all the latest updates in our Newsroom.

Our commitment to safety

At the core of everything we do is our commitment to safety. Building best-in-class self-driving technology will take time, and we believe that each employee at Aurora has a role in contributing to safety, every step of the way. Aurora expects commitment to our safety policies from every employee, and seeks candidates who take an active responsibility, can contribute to building an atmosphere of trust, and invest in the organization's long-term success by prioritizing working safely, no matter what.

About Aurora Innovation

Aurora Innovation is a technology company that develops self-driving car technology. The company was founded in 2017 by a team of experts in the field of autonomous vehicles, including former executives from Google, Tesla, and Uber. Aurora's technology is designed to enable vehicles to operate safely and efficiently in a variety of driving conditions, and the company has partnerships with a number of major automakers, including Volkswagen and Hyundai. Aurora is based in Boston, Massachusetts.
Learn more about Aurora Innovation
Size
600 employees
Market Cap
$1.3 billion
Industry
NASDAQ

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