Manager, Employee Communications Cover Letter

Please consider me for the manager, employee communications opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

In the previous role, I was responsible for guidance on the latest trends in marketing communications and public relations in a B2B healthcare environment and drive best practice in West’s marketing communications.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Proficiency with personal computers pertinent mainframe systems and software packages including Microsoft Office, SharePoint, and web publishing
• Prior people manager experience an asset
• Experience as a communications business partner to the HR function
• A brilliant verbal communicator and highly creative writer experienced in crafting compelling messaging and narratives
• Possess top-notch interpersonal skills to build relationships at all levels within the organization, including senior management, with focus, energy, and passion
• Event or large program management experience (virtual and live)
• Cross-function, global communications experience
• Event or large program management experience, specifically for employees/global workforce

In response to your job posting for manager, employee communications, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

Previously, I was responsible for communications advice and support to key stakeholders, including large programmes to ensure effective delivery of business objectives.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Experience in employee communication, marketing, public relations, journalism, or all the above
• Passion for technology, industry trends, and an eye on “what’s next”
• Demonstrated work examples showcasing impactful creative approaches, the art of storytelling and crisp writing
• An instinct to stay tuned in on the pulse of a team and a thirst for employee connection and building organizational culture
• Exceptional creative storytelling examples
• The development and implementation of employee communication strategies and plans
• Guiding stakeholders (including senior leaders) on communication and engagement matters
• The creation of high-impact content – that is clear, relevant and effective in its aim

In response to your job posting for manager, employee communications, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

In my previous role, I was responsible for dedicated internal communications support for project-specific communications plans, intranet management and articles, newsletters, FAQs, presentation decks and other communications.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Experience partnering directly with the CEO, vice president and/or member of the executive leadership team in a communication capacity
• Video development and production
• Basic graphic design and HTML skills
• MS Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint, SharePoint skills
• Experience in a manager-level internal communications role
• Demonstrated expertise in internal communications strategy and tactical implementation
• Experience managing internal communications platforms and development of multimedia vehicles and assets (Intranet-SharePoint, Town Halls, newsletters, video creation)
• Exceptionally strong writing, grammar and presentation skills-knowledge of AP Style

I am excited to be applying for the position of manager, employee communications. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for expertise and recommendations to internal teams for best practices in print, web, and social communications.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Proactive, results-oriented, and did we mention, fun?!
• Create communications plans to deliver effective tactical communications solutions that improve engagement and support effective transformation across the business
• Initiate, shape and undertake the delivery of communications plans to meet the needs of different audiences and can deliver on time and to budget, working within the agreed governance structure
• Ensure communications activity utilises audience insight and supports business unit objectives and the overall line of business engagement plan
• Use a range of copywriting techniques to create content that supports the business direction and progress, integrating external messaging when appropriate and taking account of cultural sensitivities – especially with global audiences
• Have a good understanding of how existing channels can be used in the delivery of employee communications and an interest in how new technology can be used to enhance it
• Partner with colleagues in Human Resources to develop inspiring programs and messaging around culture initiatives like new hire orientation, employee voice survey, and recruiting, to help us continue to attract and retain top talent
• Build partnerships with key internal stakeholders such as Engineering, Sales, Brand, Facilities and others to develop and support company-wide plans and initiatives

I would like to submit my application for the manager, employee communications opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

In the previous role, I was responsible for primary support for Communications (corporate campaign, corporate advocacy and internal communications) and as needed, to CRM and Digital units.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Making films/videos for an internal audience
• Events – including event management, structure and content development
• Conducting, analysing and reporting of employee research/listening projects
• Has a good awareness of best practice and current thinking in internal communications and employee engagement
• Program/Project Management expertise preferred
• Strong analytical/problem solving skills, demonstrated success in driving complex strategies and projects, outstanding organizational skills and agility, strong communication skills, proven project management skills and a motivated self-starter
• Experience in change management – including culture change, business process optimization, and organization design
• Semiconductor or equipment industry experience preferred