Director, Internal Communications

At Alcon we are driven by the meaningful work we do to help people see brilliantly. We innovate boldly champion progress and act with speed as the global leader in eye care. Here youll be recognized for your commitment and contributions and see your career like never before. Together we go above and beyond to make an impact in the lives of our patients and customers. We foster an inclusive culture and are looking for diverse talented people to join Alcon.

As a Director Internal Communications you will be trusted to lead our global internal communications strategy. This role is pivotal in aligning our associates with Alcons mission vision and values while driving engagement strengthening culture and supporting business growth at Fort Worth TX. In this role a typical day will include:

• Develop and execute a comprehensive internal communications strategy that connects associates to Alcons purpose and strategic priorities.

• Champion storytelling that brings our culture values and behaviors to life. Design campaigns that inspire inform and engage our global workforce.

• Collaborate closely with HR Legal and Executive Leadership to support change management compliance and risk communications.

• Guide and support senior leaders in crafting impactful messaging and communication strategies that resonate across the organization.

• Lead internal communications for key enterprise efforts including end-to-end process transformation D&I culture initiatives innovation milestones and crisis response.

• Oversee the development and optimization of internal communication channels and tools in partnership with Digital & Data Analytics and Brand Communications.

• Exceptional writing and editing especially in crafting executive messaging internal campaigns and communications around organizational change.

• Establish and maintain internal communication guidelines policies and performance metrics to ensure consistency and effectiveness.

• Serve as a key leader in internal crisis communication planning and execution ensuring timely and transparent communication across all levels.

• Familiarity with platforms such as intranets Poppulo Staffbase Microsoft Teams Viva Engage video tools and survey platforms.

WHAT YOULL BRING TO ALCON:

• Bachelors Degree or Equivalent years of directly related experience (or high school 18 yrs; Assoc.14 yrs; M.S.7 yrs; PhD6 yrs)

• The ability to fluently read write understand and communicate in English.

• 10 Years of Relevant Experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in mid-to-large organizations or matrixed/global environment

• Experience in tech healthcare finance or other regulated industries.

• Experience working with distributed or remote workforces.

• Knowledge of employee experience platforms or employee engagement best practices.

• 10 years of progressive experience in internal communications or corporate communications.

• At least 35 years in a leadership or management role.

• Proven experience in strategic planning employee engagement change communications and executive messaging.

HOW YOU CAN THRIVE AT ALCON:

• Benefit from working in a highly collaborative and diverse environment where your leadership is valued.

• Alcon provides a robust benefits package including health life retirement flexible time off and much more!

• Join Alcons mission to provide top-tier innovative products and solutions that enhance sight enhance lives & help others See Brilliantly!

• Travel: Up to 10%

• Relocation Assistance: Yes

• Sponsorship: No

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Alcon is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify. Alcon takes pride in maintaining a diverse environment and our policies are not to discriminate in recruitment hiring training promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race color religion gender national origin age sexual orientation gender identity marital or veteran status disability or any other legally protected status. Alcon is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If because of a medical condition or disability you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process or in order to perform the essential functions of a position please send an email to and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.