LEK
Director of Corporate Communications and Alumni Programs
LEK, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Director of Corporate Communications and Alumni Programs
Location
Boston, Chicago, New YorkJob Description
About L.E.K. ConsultingL.E.K. Consulting is a global management consulting firm that uses deep industry expertise and rigorous analysis to help business leaders achieve practical results with real impact. We are uncompromising in our approach to helping clients consistently make better decisions, deliver improved business performance and generate greater shareholder returns. The firm advises and supports global companies that are leaders in their industries — including the largest private and public sector organizations, private equity firms and emerging entrepreneurial businesses. Founded 40 years ago, L.E.K. employs more than 2,200 professionals across the Americas, Asia-Pacific and Europe. For more information, go to
www.lek.com .Overview of function:This role will be responsible for creating and driving an integrated communications strategy and program with the ability to engage, align and inspire all corporate stakeholders including recruits, employees, alumni and external corporate audiences. This role will oversee three main functions, with individuals or teams assigned to each function: Alumni relations, Internal employee communications, and corporate external communications. As a part of the role, the Director will drive and manage the L.E.K. Network program and portal for staff and alumni. The role also works closely with the global People (Human Capital) team to manage communications to recruiting audiences as well as current employees. This role partners closely with the leadership team, Human Capital, Talent Acquisition and Marketing to shape, drive and deliver the L.E.K. strategy for culture, communications, and engagement to key stakeholders.Responsibilities:Internal CommunicationsLead enterprise-wide communications; work with the People team and leadership to determine internal communications strategy and execute programs to deliver communications objectives throughout the organization inclusive of corporate culture and business strategyDeliver communications solutions that effectively communicate corporate priorities and achieve organizational objectives related to leadership changes, process implementations, new solutions offerings, M&A activities, and moreDraft executive internal communication including announcements, updates, and invitationsSupport global People team needs related to employee messaging and communicationsDevelop internal messaging across all platforms including newsletters, email announcements, on-line, intranet, and videoGuide and manage development of our global intranet platformAlumni RelationsLead development, implementation, and assessment of strategies and programs to maintain lifelong engagement among our employees once they leave L.E.K. and pursue other opportunitiesManage all aspects of the L.E.K. Network web pages for alumni and staffCoordinate programming for alumni (webinars, mentor/mentee program, panel discussions, reunions, cocktail parties, etc.) and engage partners and staff in these eventsCultivate alumni “ambassadors” and internal partner champions for alumni programEmployment BrandingPartner with the People team on implementation/communication of employer brand and employee value proposition, to establish L.E.K. Consulting as an employer of choice for internal and external talentBuild social media strategy to engage prospective employees at both the undergraduate and graduate school levelsManage company presence on employment-related websites and social media platforms. Responsible for monitoring, flagging and when necessary, responding to employment-related social media channels as appropriate.External Corporate CommunicationsManage firmwide corporate messaging to the media and other stakeholdersWork with the Global Managing Partner, the CMO (Chief Marketing Officer) and other senior leaders to craft firmwide messaging strategy around our corporate positioning, purpose, values, and employee value proposition, among other needs.Collaborate with the Content CoE (Centers of Excellence) on the external promotion of firmwide thought leadershipPartner with the Digital CoE on our social media strategy to external audiencesWhere needed, collaborate with regional marketing teams on PR related to our services or our thought leadership in our various marketsCulture and EngagementCoordinate with the People team to drive programs (focused primarily on communications and brand-building initiatives) to improve engagement among our employees, contributing to a happy and high-performing organizationSupport career services initiatives across the firm, as needed by the People team; includes creating messages and tactics to boost employee retention and productivity across all levels.Relaunch and continually reinforce our corporate purpose statement and company valuesIn partnership with People team, shape internal communication strategies and the development of prospective and current employee-facing materials related to Employee Value Proposition, Diversity & Inclusion, Sustainability, company benefits, work-life balance, and/or other topics as determined by leadershipCollaborate with Talent Acquisition, Human Capital, and Career Services teams to maintain consistent messaging across all recruiting, interviewing, onboarding, and offboarding programsRequirements:10+ years of relevant work experience with clear progression in roles & responsibility, including previous experience managing a team3+ years of previous experience in a consulting firm or other professional services environment (e.g., law, accounting)A demonstrated ability to think strategically and tactically about our business needsDemonstrated skill translating business strategies into comprehensive communication strategies, along with ability to develop clear, simple and consistent messages and themes from complex subject matterExcellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills; strong interpersonal and listening skills with proven collaboration capabilitiesAn ambitious and proactive mentality, gets things done rather than relying solely on others to get things doneDemonstrated ability to produce high-quality content across a variety of formats (e.g., print, web media, presentations, videos)Demonstrated ability to understand and collaborate with multiple, diverse stakeholders simultaneouslyProven experience working collaboratively with senior executivesHighly organized, mindful of deadlines, able to multi-task and work under limited supervision.A bachelor’s degree in journalism, English, Public Relations, Marketing, business, communications or related fieldCompetency with Microsoft Office, particularly PowerPointSkills, Knowledge and Abilities:Drive for resultsMakes decisionsTakes initiativeSimplifies the complexCommunicates powerfully and candidlyBuilds credibilityValues diversityFor more information and to apply, go to
https://www.lek.com/join-lek/apply/apply-nowApplicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basisL.E.K. Consulting is an Equal Opportunity EmployerL.E.K. Consulting has a hybrid work model in place for our U.S. officesIn New York, the base salary is between $160,000 - $190,000 (USD); placement within this range will vary based on experience and skill level. L.E.K. also offers a performance bonus, profit sharing and other benefits.
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Location
Boston, Chicago, New YorkJob Description
About L.E.K. ConsultingL.E.K. Consulting is a global management consulting firm that uses deep industry expertise and rigorous analysis to help business leaders achieve practical results with real impact. We are uncompromising in our approach to helping clients consistently make better decisions, deliver improved business performance and generate greater shareholder returns. The firm advises and supports global companies that are leaders in their industries — including the largest private and public sector organizations, private equity firms and emerging entrepreneurial businesses. Founded 40 years ago, L.E.K. employs more than 2,200 professionals across the Americas, Asia-Pacific and Europe. For more information, go to
www.lek.com .Overview of function:This role will be responsible for creating and driving an integrated communications strategy and program with the ability to engage, align and inspire all corporate stakeholders including recruits, employees, alumni and external corporate audiences. This role will oversee three main functions, with individuals or teams assigned to each function: Alumni relations, Internal employee communications, and corporate external communications. As a part of the role, the Director will drive and manage the L.E.K. Network program and portal for staff and alumni. The role also works closely with the global People (Human Capital) team to manage communications to recruiting audiences as well as current employees. This role partners closely with the leadership team, Human Capital, Talent Acquisition and Marketing to shape, drive and deliver the L.E.K. strategy for culture, communications, and engagement to key stakeholders.Responsibilities:Internal CommunicationsLead enterprise-wide communications; work with the People team and leadership to determine internal communications strategy and execute programs to deliver communications objectives throughout the organization inclusive of corporate culture and business strategyDeliver communications solutions that effectively communicate corporate priorities and achieve organizational objectives related to leadership changes, process implementations, new solutions offerings, M&A activities, and moreDraft executive internal communication including announcements, updates, and invitationsSupport global People team needs related to employee messaging and communicationsDevelop internal messaging across all platforms including newsletters, email announcements, on-line, intranet, and videoGuide and manage development of our global intranet platformAlumni RelationsLead development, implementation, and assessment of strategies and programs to maintain lifelong engagement among our employees once they leave L.E.K. and pursue other opportunitiesManage all aspects of the L.E.K. Network web pages for alumni and staffCoordinate programming for alumni (webinars, mentor/mentee program, panel discussions, reunions, cocktail parties, etc.) and engage partners and staff in these eventsCultivate alumni “ambassadors” and internal partner champions for alumni programEmployment BrandingPartner with the People team on implementation/communication of employer brand and employee value proposition, to establish L.E.K. Consulting as an employer of choice for internal and external talentBuild social media strategy to engage prospective employees at both the undergraduate and graduate school levelsManage company presence on employment-related websites and social media platforms. Responsible for monitoring, flagging and when necessary, responding to employment-related social media channels as appropriate.External Corporate CommunicationsManage firmwide corporate messaging to the media and other stakeholdersWork with the Global Managing Partner, the CMO (Chief Marketing Officer) and other senior leaders to craft firmwide messaging strategy around our corporate positioning, purpose, values, and employee value proposition, among other needs.Collaborate with the Content CoE (Centers of Excellence) on the external promotion of firmwide thought leadershipPartner with the Digital CoE on our social media strategy to external audiencesWhere needed, collaborate with regional marketing teams on PR related to our services or our thought leadership in our various marketsCulture and EngagementCoordinate with the People team to drive programs (focused primarily on communications and brand-building initiatives) to improve engagement among our employees, contributing to a happy and high-performing organizationSupport career services initiatives across the firm, as needed by the People team; includes creating messages and tactics to boost employee retention and productivity across all levels.Relaunch and continually reinforce our corporate purpose statement and company valuesIn partnership with People team, shape internal communication strategies and the development of prospective and current employee-facing materials related to Employee Value Proposition, Diversity & Inclusion, Sustainability, company benefits, work-life balance, and/or other topics as determined by leadershipCollaborate with Talent Acquisition, Human Capital, and Career Services teams to maintain consistent messaging across all recruiting, interviewing, onboarding, and offboarding programsRequirements:10+ years of relevant work experience with clear progression in roles & responsibility, including previous experience managing a team3+ years of previous experience in a consulting firm or other professional services environment (e.g., law, accounting)A demonstrated ability to think strategically and tactically about our business needsDemonstrated skill translating business strategies into comprehensive communication strategies, along with ability to develop clear, simple and consistent messages and themes from complex subject matterExcellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills; strong interpersonal and listening skills with proven collaboration capabilitiesAn ambitious and proactive mentality, gets things done rather than relying solely on others to get things doneDemonstrated ability to produce high-quality content across a variety of formats (e.g., print, web media, presentations, videos)Demonstrated ability to understand and collaborate with multiple, diverse stakeholders simultaneouslyProven experience working collaboratively with senior executivesHighly organized, mindful of deadlines, able to multi-task and work under limited supervision.A bachelor’s degree in journalism, English, Public Relations, Marketing, business, communications or related fieldCompetency with Microsoft Office, particularly PowerPointSkills, Knowledge and Abilities:Drive for resultsMakes decisionsTakes initiativeSimplifies the complexCommunicates powerfully and candidlyBuilds credibilityValues diversityFor more information and to apply, go to
https://www.lek.com/join-lek/apply/apply-nowApplicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basisL.E.K. Consulting is an Equal Opportunity EmployerL.E.K. Consulting has a hybrid work model in place for our U.S. officesIn New York, the base salary is between $160,000 - $190,000 (USD); placement within this range will vary based on experience and skill level. L.E.K. also offers a performance bonus, profit sharing and other benefits.
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