Senior Communications Specialist

Sr Communications Specialist - Hybrid - Towson, Maryland

Make Your Mark. Shape Your Future.

It takes great people to achieve greatness. People with a sense of purpose and integrity. People with a relentless pursuit of excellence. People who care about making things better For Those Who Make The World™. Sound like you? Join our top-notch team of nearly 60,000 professionals globally who are making their mark on some of the world’s most beloved brands, including DEWALT®, CRAFTSMAN®, CUB CADET®, STANLEY® and BLACK+DECKER®

The Job

Reporting into corporate communications leadership, this role will support internal communications and employee engagement efforts as part of a team of communications professionals. The Senior Communications Specialist will assist in the development and deployment of compelling, credible, and consistent global communications that further business objectives as well as people and culture initiatives.

The Senior Communications Specialist will help to develop and lead events and projects, such as quarterly town halls, business updates and performance communications. You also get to:

• Aid in the development and execution of strategic communications plans, identifying key deliverables that align to broader SBD communications strategies, organizational priorities, and initiatives.

• Support internal communications efforts that enhance engagement, generate pride, and ensure alignment with goals and objectives.

• Develop effective communications using a variety of channels and technologies.

• Leverage internal social platform (Workplace by Meta/Facebook) to inform, engage, inspire, and bring together team members across the globe.

• Serve as supporting communications partner for key executive leaders developing and deploying ideas.

• Write and edit compelling content for key initiatives, including creative ideas for design and delivery in coordination with communications leadership.

• Collaborate with teams across the business, including partnerships with third parties (e.g., agencies and vendors) and throughout the broader organization to advance the goals of the business.

• Travel may be required on occasion, approximately 10-20%.

The Person:

You love to learn and grow and be acknowledged for your valuable contributions. You’re not intimidated by innovation. Wouldn’t it be great if you could do your job and do a world of good?

You also have:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Communications, Marketing, Human Resources or a related field

• 5+ years of experience in Communications, Marketing or related field, with demonstrated experience leveraging a variety of communication methods and channels to support key strategic initiatives

• Clearly demonstrated writing, editing and storytelling skills with the ability to communicate effectively to diverse audiences through a variety of platforms including PowerPoint presentations, social platforms and email.

• Understanding of, and experience with, change management within a corporate environment.

• Microsoft Office 365 applications required.

• Adobe Creative applications a plus.

The Details:

• Competitive salary

• Medical, dental, life, vision, wellness program, disability, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement.

• Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and other partner programs.

And More:

• Grow: Be part of our global company with 20+ brands to grow and develop your skills along multiple career paths.

• Learn: Have access to a wealth of learning resources, including our Lean Academy, Coursera®, and online university.

• Belong: Experience an awesome place to work, where we have mutual respect and a great appreciation for diversity, equity and inclusion.

• Give Back: Help us continue to make positive changes locally and globally through volunteerism, giving back, and sustainable business practices.

All qualified applicants to Stanley Black & Decker are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran’s status or any other protected characteristic.

We Don’t Just Build The World, We Build Innovative Technology Too.

Joining the Stanley Black & Decker team means working in an innovative, tech-driven and highly collaborative team environment supported by over 58,000 professionals in 60 countries across the globe. Here, you’ll get the unique chance to impact some of the world’s most iconic brands including STANLEY TOOLS, DEWALT, CRAFTSMAN, MAC TOOLS and Black + Decker. Your ideas and solutions have the potential to reach millions of customers as we work together to write the next chapter in ou