Internal Communications Specialist

Job Description

General Summary:

The Internal Communications specialist focuses on Employee Experience & Storytelling at Vertex. This role supports cross-functional teams - helping plan and execute internal campaigns to support key business partners, crafts engaging content that brings company culture to life, and contributes to key employee events while helping to manage digital platforms and metrics. This role also supports the External Communications Team on external reputation-building through contributions to external stories, brand reputation monitoring and award submissions.

Key Responsibilities:

Cross-Functional Collaboration, Campaign Development & Execution

• Lead the planning and delivery of internal campaigns that support functions, including HR, DTE, Strategic Sourcing, Occupational Health, the Vertex Foundation, Culture and Values, Facilities and Opps, External Communications and the Events Team.
• Support communications for pipeline programs working closely with the Manager of Internal Comms.

Strategic Storytelling, Content Creation & Reputation Support

• Translate complex or technical topics into accessible, engaging narratives in partnership with business and content leads.
• Develop compelling internal content highlighting employee voices, celebrating culture and values, telling the story of our business strategy and pipeline.
• Contribute to external reputation lift through storytelling that extends beyond internal audiences, monitoring brand reputation themes, and supporting award submissions.
• Support enterprise-level communications including initiatives like the end-of-year Sizzle Reel and By the Numbers.
• Partner with the Senior Manager of Internal Comms on the evolution and growth of Vnet, including the migration to AWS and beyond.
• Manage the creation and distribution of Vertex This Week and Vcast Weekly Update by planning/developing weekly content, while contributing to process improvements and fresh ideas on content and quality.
• Lead the digital and elevator signage process.

Event Support & Engagement

• Support internal events, including All-Employee Town Halls, Vertex Outstanding Contributor Awards Program (VOCAP), Family Day, Week of Service, and Bell Ringings, including planning and event prep/day of support.
• Ensure event messaging is consistent with the internal brand voice and drives employee engagement before, during, and after events.

Measurement & Continuous Improvement

• Track story performance and engagement metrics working with Senior Manager of Internal Comms, developing and presenting monthly and quarterly insights.

Knowledge And Skills:

• Effective communicator with strong verbal and written communications skills
• Experience with digital employee communication channels
• Ability to work cross-functionally, provide strategic advice and influence
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Education And Experience:

Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in a Communications related field

Typically requires 2 years of experience or the equivalent combination of education and experience

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Pay Range:

$80,000 - $120,000

Disclosure Statement:

The range provided is based on what we believe is a reasonable estimate for the base salary pay range for this job at the time of posting. This role is eligible for an annual bonus and annual equity awards. Some roles may also be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirements. Actual base salary pay will be based on a number of factors, including skills, competencies, experience, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

At Vertex, our Total Rewards offerings also include inclusive market-leading benefits to meet our employees wherever they are in their career, financial, family and wellbeing journey while providing flexibility and resources to support their growth and aspirations.  From medical, dental and vision benefits to generous paid time off (including a week-long company shutdown in the Summer and the Winter), educational assistance programs including student loan repayment, a generous commuting subsidy, matching charitable donations, 401(k) and so much more.

Flex Designation:

Hybrid-Eligible Or On-Site Eligible

Flex Eligibility Status:

• In this Hybrid-Eligible role, you can choose to be designated as: 
• 1.    Hybrid: work remotely up to two days per week; or select
• 2.    On-Site: work five days per week on-site with ad hoc flexibility.

Note: The Flex status for this position is subject to Vertex’s Policy on Flex @ Vertex Program and may be changed at any time. 
 

Company Information

Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation.

Vertex is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any characteristic protected under applicable law. Vertex is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. Vertex will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.

Any applicant requiring an accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should make a request to the recruiter or hiring manager, or contact Talent Acquisition at ApplicationAssistance@vrtx.com