Vice President, Brand & Corporate Marketing Communications Virtual
Deerfield, WI - USA
Job Summary
OurStory
At Alight we believe a companys success starts with its people.Alight embraces values that come directly from our people purposeful human united and growth-minded reflecting our inclusive culture and promise that our clients expect. We are passionate about connectingpurposewith impact. Alight empowers clients to build a healthier and more financially secure workforce by unifying the benefits ecosystem across health wealth wellbeing navigation and absence management.
Our Benefits
With a comprehensive total rewards package Alight offers programs and plans that support your mind body wallet and life. Benefits include health dental and visioncoveragesstartingDay One. Additionally Alight colleagues enjoy wellbeing programs retirement plans with contribution matching generous time off parental leave continuing education and career growth opportunities all within a thriving global organization.
Flexible Working
So that you canbeyour best at work and home we consider flexible working arrangements wherever possible. Alighthas been a leader in the flexible workspace and Top 100 Company for Remote Jobs6yearsin a row.
Great PlacetoWork
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The Role
The Vice President Brand & Corporate Marketing Communications is a senior leadership role accountable for building enterprise awareness strengthening reputation and elevating the Alight brand globally. Reporting to the Chief Marketing Officer this role defines how Alight is perceived externally by clients prospects investors analysts and mediaand internally by colleagues across the organization.
You will lead corporate brand reputation management public relations investor relations communications internal communications and social media governance. This role ensures Alights enterprise narrative is clear credible and consistently delivered across earned owned shared and internal channels reinforcing Alights position as a trusted market leader.
Responsibilities
Corporate Brand & Reputation
Own and evolve Alights enterprise corporate brand strategy including positioning messaging architecture brand identity and brand governance.
Lead reputation management efforts to strengthen trust with external stakeholders and employees.
Ensure consistent application of brand standards across all corporate communications and channels.
Lead evolution of the brand and brand modernization efforts.
Public Relations & Investor Relations Communications
Oversee Public Relations and Investor Relations communications strategy and execution.
Drive proactive media engagement executive thought leadership and issues management.
Partner closely with Legal Finance and executive leadership on earnings-related communications and market-facing narratives.
Lead crisis communications and reputation risk management.
Internal Communications
Lead internal communications strategy to drive employee engagement alignment and understanding of Alights strategy and priorities.
Oversee executive communications enterprise announcements and internal channels.
Social Media & Owned Awareness Channels
Maintain enterprise accountability for social media strategy approval governance and publishing.
Ensure social media content supports awareness brand credibility and compliance requirements.
Oversee owned awareness initiatives including podcasts and similar platforms from concept through execution and performance measurement.
Leadership & Agency Management
Lead develop and retain high-performing teams across brand PR IR communications internal communications and social media.
Manage external agencies and partners ensuring performance ROI and alignment with Alights brand and business goals.
Establish clear goals KPIs and operating rhythms for teams and partners.
Measurement & Continuous Improvement
Define and track awareness reputation and brand health metrics.
Use insights to optimize strategies and continuously improve impact.
Requirements
Bachelors degree in Marketing Communications Business or a related field or equivalent experience.
15 years of progressive experience in marketing corporate communications or brand leadership roles.
7 years of experience leading and developing high-performing teams.
Extensive experience leading enterprise brand corporate marketing or communications functions.
Proven success managing people agencies and complex high-visibility initiatives.
Strong executive presence with the ability to influence senior leaders and external stakeholders.
Exceptional written verbal and presentation skills.
Virtual-first environment with collaboration across global teams.
Highly visible role with regular interaction with executive leadership.
Occasional travel for leadership meetings media engagements and company events.
Preferred Requirements
Masters degree or equivalent advanced experience.
Experience in B2B professional services technology or regulated industries.
Direct experience partnering with investor relations and executive leadership teams.
Experience leading communications during periods of transformation or growth.
Application and Interview
By applying for a position with Alight you understand that should you bemadean offer it will be contingent on your undergoing and successfully completing a background check consistent with Alights employment policies. Background checks may include some or all the following based on the nature of the position: SSN/SIN validation education verification employment verification and criminal check search against global sanctions and government watch lists credit check and/or drug test. You will be notified during the hiring process which checks are required by the position.
Alight requires all virtual interviews to be conducted on video.Please be aware thatAlight is a camera-on culture and may require occasional travel to one of our physical office locations.
Our commitment to Inclusion
Wecelebrate differences and believe in fostering an environment where everyone feels valued respected and supported. We know that diverse teams are stronger more innovative and more successful.
At Alight we welcome and embrace all individuals regardless of their background and are dedicated to creating a culture that enables every employee to thrive. Join us in building a brighter more inclusive future.
As part of this commitment Alight will ensure thatpersonswith disabilities areprovidedreasonableaccommodationsfor the hiring reasonable accommodation is needed please contact.
Equal OpportunityPolicy Statement
Alight is an Equal Employment Opportunity employerand doesnot discriminate against anyone based on sex race color religion creed national origin ancestry age physical or mental disability medical condition pregnancy marital or domestic partner status citizenship military or veteran status sexual orientation gender gender identity or expression genetic information or any other legally protected characteristics or conduct covered by federal stateor local law.In addition we take affirmative action to employ disabled persons disabled veteransand other covered veterans.
Alight provides reasonableaccommodationsto the known limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants for employment with disabilities andsincerely heldreligious beliefspracticesand observances unless doing so would result in undue hardship. Applicants for employment mayrequest reasonableaccommodations/modificationsby contactingtheirrecruiter.
Authorization to work in the Employing Country
Applicants for employment in the country in which they are applying (Employing Country) must have work authorization that does notnow or in the futurerequire sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the Employing Country and with Alight.
Note this job description does not restrict managements right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities of this job to other entities; including but not limited to subsidiaries partners or purchasers of Alight business units.
We offer you a competitive total rewards package continuing education & training and tremendous potential with a growing worldwide organization.
Salary Pay Range
Minimum :
210000.00 USDMaximum :
225000.00 USDPay Transparency Statement: Alight considers a variety of factors in determining whether to extend an offer of employment and in setting the appropriate compensation level including but not limited to a candidates experience education certification/credentials market data internal equity and geography. Alight makes these decisions on an individualized non-discriminatory basis. Bonus and/or incentive eligibility are determined by role and level. Alight also offers a comprehensive benefits package; for specific details on our benefits package please visit: Wellbeing and Benefits Selector Page - Alight
DISCLAIMER:
Nothing in this job description restricts managements right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities of this job to other entities; including but not limited to subsidiaries partners or purchasers of Alight business units.
Required Experience:
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