Director, Corporate And Employee Communications - (Hybrid)

At TruStage, we're on a mission to make a brighter financial future accessible to everyone. We put people first, and work hand in hand with employees and customers to create a diverse and inclusive environment. Passionate about building insurance, investment and technology solutions, we push the boundaries of what's possible. We need you to help us shape what's next. You'll be encouraged to share your experiences, ideas and skills to help others take control of their financial future.

Join a team that has received numerous awards for being a top place to work: TruStage awards and recognition

Location: Madison, WI

Relocation: This job may be eligible for relocation benefits

Hybrid details: Ability to operate effectively in a hybrid work environment with travel or on-site presence for major events (approximately 30-35%)

Compensation: $151,200 (Min) - $216,200 (Mid) - $281,200 (Max)

We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Director of Corporate and Employee Communications to lead our internal and corporate communications function. This role serves as a key advisor to the executive team and provides enterprise-wide leadership to a team of communications professionals. The ideal candidate will bring a modern approach to communications, embrace emerging technologies like generative and agentic AI, and ensure a clear, consistent, and inspiring voice across all internal and external channels.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership: Develop and execute an enterprise communications strategy that informs, engages, and aligns our employee community with company priorities, values, and brand. Works cross-functionally to engage business priorities while influencing resources and consulting direction.
• Executive Partnership: Serve as a trusted communications advisor to the CEO and executive team, providing messaging, counsel, and thought partnership for high-impact initiatives and sensitive matters. Work closely with the Executive Office and resources to align approaches, timing and messages.
• Planning & Execution: Establish an integrated communications planning process across the organization to align messaging, timing, and delivery across employee, executive, and corporate channels.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with Marketing, Brand, and Social Media teams to ensure alignment and consistency between internal and external messaging and tone.
• Modernization & Innovation: Lead the integration of next-generation capabilities, including AI-enabled tools, digital platforms, and interactive technologies, to elevate communications impact and effectiveness.
• Employee Experiences: Oversee planning and execution of high-visibility enterprise events and employee meetings, ensuring engaging, inclusive, and purpose-driven experiences.
• Operational Excellence: Drive effective processes for project and program management, consultation across business units, and delivery of timelines and outcomes.
• Inclusive Leadership: Build and sustain a high-performing, diverse team through coaching, performance management, and career development. Champion our organizational commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in all aspects of communication.
• External Perspective: Bring insights and best practices from the broader communications and business landscape to continuously elevate the team's strategic and creative approach.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of progressive experience in corporate communications, including leadership of internal/employee communications
• Strong background in financial services, insurance, or similarly regulated industries preferred
• Proven ability to lead and inspire teams while managing complex, enterprise-wide communications
• Demonstrated experience partnering with executive leadership
• Exceptional writing, messaging, and storytelling skills across formats and audiences
• Proficiency with communications technologies, digital platforms, and AI-enabled tools
• Commitment to inclusive leadership and values-driven communications
• Ability to operate effectively in a hybrid work environment with travel or on-site presence for major events (approximately 30-35%)

If you're ready to help make a difference, apply today. A resume is required to apply. TruStage may process applicant information using an Artificial Intelligence (AI) tool. This tool automatically generates a screening score based on how well applicant information matches the requirements and qualifications for the position. TruStage recruiters use the screening score as a guide to further evaluate candidates; the score is one component of an application review and does not automatically determine whether a candidate moves forward. Candidates may choose to opt out of this process.

Compensation may vary based on the job level, your geographic work location, position incentive plan and exemption status.

Base Salary Range:

$126,000.00 - $234,300.00

At TruStage, we believe a sound, inclusive benefits program is of vital importance, along with a flexible workplace that allows for work-life balance, career growth and retirement assistance. In addition to your base pay, your position may be eligible for an annual incentive (bonus) plan. Additional benefits available to eligible employees include medical, dental, vision, employee assistance program, life insurance, disability plans, parental leave, paid time off, 401k, and tuition reimbursement, just to name a few. Beyond pay and benefits, we also recognize that flexibility, including working in a place you prefer, is essential to caring for our employees. We will continue to strive to offer flexibility and invest in technology and other tools that will make hybrid working normal rather than an exception, so that when "life happens," you can focus on what's most important.

Accommodation request

TruStage is a place where everyone can bring their best self and thrive. If you need application or interview process accommodations, please contact the accessibility department.