The final salary or hourly wage, as applicable, paid to each candidate/applicant for this position is ultimately dependent on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s/applicant’s qualifications, skills, and level of experience as well as the geographical location of the position.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship not available.

Our client is seeking a Communication Specialist - Tech in Glen Allen, VA

Role Description

Executive & Leadership Communications
• Develop an early draft of a comprehensive communication strategy that is multi-faceted: department, all associates, daily technology operations, projects, etc.
• Draft and edit executive level communications including leadership updates, talking points, and town hall materials
• Support development of presentations and briefing materials for Technology leaders
• Translate complex technical and strategic topics into clear, audience appropriate messaging
Change & Transformation Communications
• Support communication efforts for technology transformation and organizational change initiatives
• Develop and deliver communications across multiple channels (email, intranet, presentations, FAQs, visuals)
• Partner with change management and project teams to align messaging, timing, and delivery
• Gather feedback and adjust messaging to improve clarity and engagement
Internal Technology Communications
• Create internal communications related to technology updates, releases, system changes, and planned maintenance
• Support timely and accurate messaging during technology incidents or disruptions, as needed
• Coordinate communications across initiatives to ensure consistency and avoid conflicts
• Develop enablement and reference materials to support adoption of technology changes

Skills & Requirements

• Demonstrated experience in a professional communications role supporting internal, executive, or organizational communications for technology, IT, or digital teams.
• Strong writing and editing skills, with the ability to adapt tone and style for different audiences
• Experience supporting change initiatives, transformations, or large scale programs
• Familiarity with enterprise collaboration and communications tools (e.g., Microsoft 365, Teams, SharePoint, intranet platforms)
• Ability to quickly understand and communicate technology related topics to non technical audiences
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with leaders, technical teams, and cross functional partners
• Comfort working in fast paced, evolving environments
• Ability to work in a hybrid onsite model

Benefits/Other Compensation

This position is a contract/temporary role where Hays offers you the opportunity to enroll in full medical benefits, dental benefits, vision benefits, 401K and Life Insurance ($20,000 benefit).

Why Hays?

You will be working with a professional recruiter who has intimate knowledge of the industry and market trends. Your Hays recruiter will lead you through a thorough screening process in order to understand your skills, experience, needs, and drivers. You will also get support on resume writing, interview tips, and career planning, so when there’s a position you really want, you’re fully prepared to get it.

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Hays is committed to building a thriving culture of diversity that embraces people with different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better we serve our candidates, clients, and employees. We are an equal employment opportunity employer, and we comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, creed, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, genetic information, HIV-positive status, as well as any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. One of Hays’ guiding principles is ‘do the right thing’.
We also believe that actions speak louder than words.
In that regard, we train our staff on ensuring inclusivity throughout the entire recruitment process and counsel our clients on these principles. If you have any questions about Hays or any of our processes, please contact us.

In accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law protecting qualified individuals with known disabilities, Hays will attempt to reasonably accommodate those individuals unless doing so would create an undue hardship on the company. Any qualified applicant or consultant with a disability who requires an accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of the job should call or text 813.336.5570.

Drug testing may be required; please contact a recruiter for more information.

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