NextGear Capital Communications Manager, Internal/External Communications

Company

Cox Automotive - USA

Communications

Corporate Communications Manager

Manager - Non People LeaderHybrid - Ability to work remotely part of the week

Yes, 15% of the time

Day

Compensation

Compensation includes a base salary in the range of $101,500.00 - $169,100.00. The base salary may vary within the anticipated base pay range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include an incentive program.

The Communications Manager, Internal/External Communications is a key member of the NextGear Capital communications team, responsible for planning, executing, and measuring both internal and external communications programs that engage employees, strengthen the brand, and raise the visibility of NextGear Capital in the market.

This role is built for someone who thrives on doing — translating direction into well-crafted plans, managing the details, and delivering high-quality content across a variety of channels and audiences. The ideal candidate is a strong writer with a nose for a good story, equally comfortable crafting an employee newsletter and pitching a journalist. They are organized, self-motivated, and take real ownership of their work from kickoff to completion.

What You’ll Do 

Internal Communications

• Partner with the communications team to develop and execute internal communications plans that support business priorities, organizational change, and employee understanding
• Source information through interviews and research, write, edit, and deliver high-quality content across a variety of formats and channels
• Manage and optimize NextGear Capital internal communications channels including Fuel (intranet), NextGear Capital in the News (newsletter), targeted emails, and live and virtual events
• Own and contribute to the NextGear Capital internal communications editorial calendar, ensuring a consistent, engaging flow of content that is timely, relevant, and aligned to business priorities
• Support all-employee engagement initiatives with communications and channel planning

External Communications

• Draft clear, compelling external communications including press releases, bylines, media pitches, blog posts, social media posts, and other content for distribution to media and through owned channels
• Develop and foster relationships with relevant media contacts, including pitching stories, staffing interviews, and serving as a reliable resource for reporters
• Partner with Marketing, Product, and business stakeholders to stay current on the business, identify newsworthy story angles, and create materials for media distribution
• Contribute to messaging and narrative development to ensure consistent positioning across internal and external communications
• Create and leverage multimedia assets — including infographics and video — to enhance storytelling across channels

Measurement & Operations

• Establish and manage performance metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of both internal and external communications efforts, including channel analytics, media coverage, and qualitative feedback; use data to continuously improve
• Maintain editorial calendars, media lists, distribution lists, and communications activity logs; monitor and track media coverage
• Project manage complex or multi-workstream communications initiatives, keeping stakeholders aligned and deliverables on track
• Identify opportunities to improve communications processes and take initiative to drive those improvements

What’s in It for You? 

Here’s a sneak peek at the benefits you could experience as a Cox employee:

• A competitive salary and top-notch bonus/incentive plans. 
• Exceptional work-life balance, flexible time-off policies and accommodating