What are the responsibilities and job description for the Internal Communications Specialist II position at Sabre?
The Internal Communications team is looking for a specialist who will report to a Communications Manager in our Southlake office.
This Internal Communications Specialist position offers opportunities to work on diverse communication projects. The primary focus of this role is to support and help execute the various communications projects. Individual will drive employee engagement and related programs, while supporting our Sabre vision to guide the world into the Next Age of Travel. This will be achieved via planning, strategic writing, content/messaging creation, execution of presentations, broadcast emails/logistics, support for all-hands meetings, comms traffic/analytics management and other ad hoc needs. This hybrid, work from home/in-office opportunity will allow the team member to have a flexible approach to their preferred working environment.
To be successful, candidate must be adept at and deeply committed to developing collaborative relationships. Intellectual curiosity and a desire to learn and understand a complex business within a complex industry is essential. Responsibilities include all phases and types of communications development (ad hoc, tactical and strategic) through planning, execution and measurement. Recommend and plan communications strategies, programs or activities that address specific business issues or employee needs and achieve desired results. Expected to create clear, concise, compelling and timely communications that convey key messages tied to business/company goals and foster team member understanding and engagement. Will develop well-crafted written material for a variety of audiences from leadership to front-line employees and for various communication channels.
EDUCATION: Bachelor's degree in communications, marketing or related field
Experience
This Internal Communications Specialist position offers opportunities to work on diverse communication projects. The primary focus of this role is to support and help execute the various communications projects. Individual will drive employee engagement and related programs, while supporting our Sabre vision to guide the world into the Next Age of Travel. This will be achieved via planning, strategic writing, content/messaging creation, execution of presentations, broadcast emails/logistics, support for all-hands meetings, comms traffic/analytics management and other ad hoc needs. This hybrid, work from home/in-office opportunity will allow the team member to have a flexible approach to their preferred working environment.
To be successful, candidate must be adept at and deeply committed to developing collaborative relationships. Intellectual curiosity and a desire to learn and understand a complex business within a complex industry is essential. Responsibilities include all phases and types of communications development (ad hoc, tactical and strategic) through planning, execution and measurement. Recommend and plan communications strategies, programs or activities that address specific business issues or employee needs and achieve desired results. Expected to create clear, concise, compelling and timely communications that convey key messages tied to business/company goals and foster team member understanding and engagement. Will develop well-crafted written material for a variety of audiences from leadership to front-line employees and for various communication channels.
EDUCATION: Bachelor's degree in communications, marketing or related field
Experience
- Minimum 1-2 years related experience
- Experience partnering with internal stakeholders
- Interest in managing day-to-day tasks and supporting strategy for company’s communication platform/intranet
- Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
- Strong writing, grammar, attention to detail and editing skills are required
- Strong presentation creation skills and use of PowerPoint
- Understanding of communications best practices
- Experience in strategic communication planning, message development, project management and measurement
- Demonstrated ability to produce results in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
- Strong personal communications skills and ability to interact with and influence people at all levels
- Able to set priorities, excel with minimal handholding and preserve confidentiality in dealing with proprietary material
- Experience working in MS Teams, Office suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.) is a plus
- Writing test required during interview process
- Very minimal travel required (approximately 1-2 business events per year)
- Must have an affinity for the travel and technology industry
- Competitive compensation
- Generous Paid Time Off (5 weeks PTO your first year!)
- 4 days (one per quarter) of Volunteer Time Off (VTO)
- Year-End break from Dec 26th – Dec 31st
- We offer comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and Wellness Programs
- Paid parental leave
- An infrastructure that allows flexible working arrangements
- Formal and informal reward, recognition, and acknowledgment programs