• Communications Specialist 5

    ManpowerGroup (Redmond, WA)


    Title: Communications Specialist 5

     

    Duration: 6 Months (High possibility for an extension after the budget approval)

     

    Work Schedule: 40 hours/week, no overtime

     

    Pay Rate Range: $40 to $45

    Key Responsibilities

    You will lead end-to-end communication strategy execution for major programs, working closely with Business Program Managers and senior stakeholders.

    Responsibilities include:

    + Own and execute communication strategy and processes for major programs

    + Create internal communications (newsletters, talking points, RoB content, email announcements)

    + Build and manage project plans, workbacks, timelines, and approval workflows

    + Facilitate Rhythm of Business (RoB) sessions and manager/community calls

    + Maintain SharePoint pages and resource libraries

    + Track campaign performance (open rates, engagement, feedback)

    + Deliver insights and recommendations to improve communications effectiveness

    + Manage stakeholder relationships and content sourcing

    + Lead the rollout of customer support team quizzes globally

    + Identify new communication methods and best practices to improve reach and clarity

     

    Candidate Profile

    Required Experience

    + **10+ years** total experience in communications and business program management

    + Background in **Business Communications or Marketing** preferred

    + No specific degree requirement: communications/marketing degrees are a plus

    Top 3 Must-Have Hard Skills

    1. **Business Communications & Content Creation** – 8+ yearsInternal storytelling, writing, editing

    2. **Project & Program Management** – 5+ yearsPlanning, managing workbacks, multi-stakeholder coordination

    3. **Microsoft 365 & SharePoint** – 10+ yearsPowerPoint, Excel, Word, Outlook, OneNote, basic SharePoint management

    Soft Skills

    + Strategic thinking and ability to simplify complex ideas

    + Strong cross-group collaboration

    + Excellent project management discipline

    + Creative communicator with innovative mindset

    + Strong execution focus

    + Change management confidence

    + Trusted, accountable, and highly organized

    Technical Skills

    + Strong business writing and storytelling

    + SharePoint administration (basic site/page creation, libraries, permissions)

    + Microsoft Office 365 (PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Outlook, OneNote)

    + Understanding of media production and communication methods

    + Strong customer service and interpersonal communication skills

    Ideal Candidate

    Best vs. Average:

     

    Ideal backgrounds include experience in internal communications, content strategy, executive messaging, and program management within large organizations.

    Performance Indicators

    + Quality and clarity of communications

    + On-time delivery

    + Stakeholder satisfaction

    + Process adherence

    + Engagement metrics (open rates, feedback)

    + Organized SharePoint resources

    + Proactive problem-solving

    Education

    + Bachelor’s degree in Marketing or related discipline preferred (not required)

     

    If this is a role that interests you and you’d like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!

     

    About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of:** **Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells

     

    _ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands –_ **_Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells_** _–_ creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2022 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 13th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.

     

    ManpowerGroup is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in a professional, high quality work environment. It is the policy of ManpowerGroup and all of its subsidiaries to recruit, train, promote, transfer, pay and take all employment actions without regard to an employee's race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.