Corporate Communications Specialist III

The Corporate Communications and Engagement Support Specialist will play a crucial, dual-focused role in supporting Communications with an emphasis on internal and external corporate communications. This is a full-time, benefits eligible, exempt role reporting to the Director of Human Resources (DHR). This role is a hybrid position with the expectation of some, infrequent in-office presence at the direction of the DHR. This position is responsible for assisting in the creation, editing, scheduling, and distribution of internal communications (e.g., newsletters, intranet content, company-wide emails, presentations). Additionally, the specialist will provide administrative and logistical support for various employee engagement programs, events, and surveys, helping to measure and improve employee experience.

Position Description:  

Communications

• Manage internal communications including company newsletters, intranet articles, announcements, and executive messages, ensuring consistency in voice, tone, and brand standards.
• Manage the scheduling and distribution of internal communications across various platforms (email, intranet, digital signage, etc.) to ensure consistent and timely delivery to target audiences
• Responsible for daily management and upkeep of the company intranet ensuring content is up to date, accurate, and easily accessible. 
• Support Executive leadership with internal presentations, reports, and communication materials for all-hands meetings, town halls, and leadership updates.
• Help monitor communication channels and track employee feedback on internal messaging
• Create, draft, and distribute execute Leadership external communications such as press releases, statements to the media, and media pitches 
• Support crisis management communication efforts when needed.
• Manage intranet platform including content development, updates, and overall ease of use 
• Develop and execute social media strategy 

Engagement Support

• Program Logistics & Administration: Provide comprehensive logistical and administrative support for employee engagement initiatives, including recognition programs, volunteer events, wellness challenges, and social gatherings.
• Event Coordination: Assist in planning, coordinating, and executing company events (e.g., holiday parties, team-building activities), handling vendor communication, material preparation, and on-site support.
• Survey Deployment & Analysis: Support the deployment of employee surveys (e.g., pulse surveys, annual engagement surveys) and assist in organizing the resulting data for HR analysis and reporting.
• Learning and Development: Partner with Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) and other personnel on L&D efforts encompassing compliance training and special interest subject matter (Human Capital Communities of Interest). 

Media Relations, Public Relations & Social Media

• Create, draft, and distribute execute Leadership external communications such as press releases, statements to the media, and media pitches 
• Support crisis management communication efforts when needed.
• Manage intranet platform including content development, updates, and overall ease of use 
• Develop and execute social media strategy 

Employee Development

• Support in partnership with HR, professional training programs, to include, but not limited to, Professional Skills Training, People Leadership Training and Orientation, company-required trainings such as Annual Security Training, CUI, and other training initiatives as assigned
• Partner with internal stakeholders and external vendors to support impactful learning and development initiatives.

Employee Engagement & Events 

Lead the Hive Group Events Committee to plan, coordinate, and execute employee morale events that foster a sense of belonging and community across the organization. Duties include: 

• Providing broad oversight to both in-person and virtual events, ensuring inclusive, well-organized, and high-quality experiences.
• Partner with committee members to generate ideas and prioritize events
• Collaborating with leadership and cross-functional teams to promote participation and communication around events.
• Gather and analyze employee feedback to continuously improve event effectiveness.

• Assist with other employee engagement initiatives such as town halls, recognition programs, and wellness activities, and culture-building events.
• Provide broad oversight to both in-person and virtual events, ensuring inclusive, well-organized, and high-quality experiences.
• Collaborate with HR, leadership, and cross-functional teams to promote participation and communication around events.
• Gather and analyze employee feedback to continuously improve engagement efforts and event effectiveness.
• Measure engagement through surveys, feedback, and participation metrics, and recommend improvements.

Other Duties as Assigned

Qualifications

• Ability to travel to Hive Group offices when needed
• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Human Resources, Organizational Development, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 3-5  years of experience in communications, employee engagement, public relations, or a related role.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with experience crafting messages for diverse audiences.
• Experience facilitating training, workshops, or professional development programs.
• Demonstrated ability to build trust and relationships across all levels of an organization.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.

Preferred Skills & Attributes

• Background or certification in coaching, mentoring, or leadership development is strongly desired.
• Experience in media relations and brand storytelling.
• High emotional intelligence and strong interpersonal skills.
• Creative, proactive, and solutions-oriented mindset.
• Comfortable working with senior leadership and acting as a culture ambassador.

Impact of the Role

This role plays a critical part in shaping how employees experience the organization—how they communicate, grow, connect, and feel valued—while also strengthening the organization’s public presence and professional reputation.

A Commitment to Equal Opportunity