About us
One team. Global challenges. Infinite opportunities. At Viasat, we’re on a mission to deliver connections with the capacity to change the world. For more than 35 years, Viasat has helped shape how consumers, businesses, governments and militaries around the globe communicate. We’re looking for people who think big, act fearlessly, and create an inclusive environment that drives positive impact to join our team.
What you'll do
You’ll be part of a larger Internal Communications, Employer Brand, and Reputation team that focuses on educating, engaging, and informing Viasat employees. Internal communications connects our people to our business strategy, reinforces culture, and builds employee advocacy.
Our employer brand comes from the reputation we have as an employer and is how we market the company to attract candidates and retain employees. You’ll work with leaders and stakeholders from all parts of the business to identify communications needs and develop and execute plans.
The day-to-day
Lead, develop and execute strategic internal communications programs that align with Viasat’s priorities. Work closely with senior executives to ensure all employees are well-informed of the company’s goals, milestones, and engagement activities. Translate highly complex and technical data into communication the whole company will understand. Collaborate across departments to identify communications gaps and opportunities. Ensure company-wide initiatives are successfully communicated to employees in a timely and relevant manner, especially during times of change. Assess executive communication strategies and propose and manage opportunities for improvement. Build successful relationships across the organization to affect change. Align activities with external communications team. Contribute to SharePoint intranet and other internal comms channels.
What you'll need
6+ years of internal communications and change management experience, including demonstrated ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Business, Marketing, Public Relations, Journalism, Psychology or equivalent experience. Strategic, creative thinker comfortable with generating ideas and plans, and getting those plans across the finish line. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with attention to detail and ability to communicate information to multiple audiences. Substantial project management and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize, meet deadlines and change direction quickly according to fast-evolving business needs. Strong knowledge of SharePoint, MS Office Suite, Canva. Ability to share writing samples and examples of previous internal communications campaigns.
What will help you on the job
A strong work ethic, coupled with creativity and self-motivation to take initiative in managing multiple projects simultaneously. A proactive and independent approach, with the ability to adapt to uncertain situations. A passionate and positive attitude, with a genuine enjoyment of working in a cross-functional team environment. The ability to quickly grasp and synthesize complex issues, distilling them into clear and concise communications.
EEO Statement
Viasat is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, genetics, age, or veteran status or any other applicable legally protected status or characteristic. If you would like to request an accommodation on the basis of disability for completing this on-line application, please click
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One team. Global challenges. Infinite opportunities. At Viasat, we’re on a mission to deliver connections with the capacity to change the world. For more than 35 years, Viasat has helped shape how consumers, businesses, governments and militaries around the globe communicate. We’re looking for people who think big, act fearlessly, and create an inclusive environment that drives positive impact to join our team.
What you'll do
You’ll be part of a larger Internal Communications, Employer Brand, and Reputation team that focuses on educating, engaging, and informing Viasat employees. Internal communications connects our people to our business strategy, reinforces culture, and builds employee advocacy.
Our employer brand comes from the reputation we have as an employer and is how we market the company to attract candidates and retain employees. You’ll work with leaders and stakeholders from all parts of the business to identify communications needs and develop and execute plans.
The day-to-day
Lead, develop and execute strategic internal communications programs that align with Viasat’s priorities. Work closely with senior executives to ensure all employees are well-informed of the company’s goals, milestones, and engagement activities. Translate highly complex and technical data into communication the whole company will understand. Collaborate across departments to identify communications gaps and opportunities. Ensure company-wide initiatives are successfully communicated to employees in a timely and relevant manner, especially during times of change. Assess executive communication strategies and propose and manage opportunities for improvement. Build successful relationships across the organization to affect change. Align activities with external communications team. Contribute to SharePoint intranet and other internal comms channels.
What you'll need
6+ years of internal communications and change management experience, including demonstrated ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Business, Marketing, Public Relations, Journalism, Psychology or equivalent experience. Strategic, creative thinker comfortable with generating ideas and plans, and getting those plans across the finish line. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with attention to detail and ability to communicate information to multiple audiences. Substantial project management and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize, meet deadlines and change direction quickly according to fast-evolving business needs. Strong knowledge of SharePoint, MS Office Suite, Canva. Ability to share writing samples and examples of previous internal communications campaigns.
What will help you on the job
A strong work ethic, coupled with creativity and self-motivation to take initiative in managing multiple projects simultaneously. A proactive and independent approach, with the ability to adapt to uncertain situations. A passionate and positive attitude, with a genuine enjoyment of working in a cross-functional team environment. The ability to quickly grasp and synthesize complex issues, distilling them into clear and concise communications.
EEO Statement
Viasat is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, genetics, age, or veteran status or any other applicable legally protected status or characteristic. If you would like to request an accommodation on the basis of disability for completing this on-line application, please click
here .
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