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Burlington Director, Corporate Change Communications in Burlington, New Jersey
LOCATION 2006 Route 130 North Burlington NJ US 08016
Overview
The Director , Corporate Change Communications will take a commanding role in helping Burlington execute change initiatives across our growing organization and develop strategies to create a more informed and connected associate population.
This individual will work cross functionally and become a central player in change initiatives by translating change strategies into effective change communication plans that drive results across our corporate, DC, and stores environments. This will include working with change practitioners inside and outside the organization as well as regularly meeting with subject matter experts in to understand the intended and unintended impacts of change on different audiences. An ability to craft communications for different audience segments is essential.
This individual will be a seasoned change comms professional with solid experienced creating innovative communications strategies using different channels and approaches including but not limited to text, video, digital, cascades, focus groups, change networks, large- and small-scale meetings, blogs, animation, etc. This role will work with individuals at every level of the organization, from entry-level to C-suite so exceptional interpersonal skills and professionalism is essential.
Additionally, this role will help deliver a communications content strategy designed to improve our associates’ awareness and connection to our business. This will include story development, video creation, blogging, leadership scripts, small meeting content/talking points, and leveraging a variety of multimedia/digital channels.
Primary responsibilities to include:
Developing and implementing change and change communications plans to support initiatives across the business and conducting assessments to measure plan effectiveness.
Developing and executing an innovative corporate communications strategy leveraging numerous sources and channels and using metrics to assess effectiveness of campaigns.
Managing a master change comms calendars tracking the status and progress of multiple change initiatives across the company.
Day-to-Day management of an Internal Communications Specialist, who will support the execution of this function.
Our ideal candidate will have:
7-10 years of internal communications or change communications experience
Advanced degree in communication, project management, or change – or commiserate experience
Significant experience or certification with change management principles
Experience managing largescale change communications projects in complex organizations
Ability to identify and respond to adoption challenges and issues surrounding change initiatives
Creative problem solver
Outstanding communication skills that demonstrate innovation, creativity, and results driven approach
Ability to work independently
Outgoing and comfortable proactively reaching out to and working with extensive network of professionals of various roles and levels
Comfort and experience working with C-suite executives
Experience writing scripts/guides/storyboards/emails/portal content/ presentations/etc.
Discretion with sensitive information
Collaborative spirit and able to work well under pressure and against changing priorities
Come join our team. You’re going to like it here!
You will enjoy a competitive wage, flexible hours, and an associate discount. Burlington’s benefits package includes medical, dental and vision coverage including life and disability insurance. Full time associates are also eligible for paid time off, paid holidays and a 401(k) plan.
We are a rapidly growing brand and provide a variety of training and development opportunities so our associates can grow with us. Our teams work hard and have fun together! Burlington associates make a difference in the lives of customers, colleagues, and the communities where we live and work every day. Burlington Stores, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity.
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Pay Range: $135,000/yr - $175,000/yr
Posting Number 2023-198645
Location US-NJ-Burlington
Address 2006 Route 130 North
Zip Code 08016
Workplace Type Hybrid
Position Type Regular Full-Time
Career Site Category Corporate
Position Category Marketing
Evergreen Yes