Specialist - Enterprise Communications (Hybrid) at United

Our Corporate Communications team brings our uniquely United story to life with the public, our customers and employees, across the world. From internal communications and newsletters to public and media relations campaigns, and social media strategy, we’re sharing our story with the world in a way that’s clear, consistent and inspiring. Get your pen ready, and help us continue to write our next chapter.

Job overview and responsibilities

The Specialist - Enterprise Communications supports the team's mission to create relatable, clear communications that bring to life our company strategy and cultural priorities for employees across the company. The role will partner with senior leaders and other Corporate Communications teams to deliver communications strategies that drive awareness, understanding and pride in who we are and what we stand for. The role will be a part of the team that delivers company news daily to our 100,000+ employees across the globe, with a goal to inform, educate and inspire – ultimately influencing how employees feel about working at United. This individual is a curious, creative thinker, with a willingness to travel regularly to United locations as a roving reporter and to build relationships across the enterprise to unearth the best employee stories. This is a Chicago-based hybrid position, that will require at least two days in office per week. 

• Conduct interviews, research, seek out, pitch, and write stories 
• Travel as a roving reporter for research, meetings, and events as necessary
• Contribute creative ideas and approaches to employee communications
• Provide engagement communications support to key projects impacting the business  
• Work closely with fellow writers, designers, and photographers to ensure publishing deadlines are met  
• Provide communications support for key subject matter experts

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