Internal Communications Manager

Internal Communications Manager

We are seeking an Internal Communications Manager to join the Corporate Communications team and help bring Salas O’Brien’s story to life from the inside out. This team shapes how Salas O’Brien is understood, inside the company and in the market, connecting business priorities to clear, consistent communication so team members are aligned, leaders are equipped, and clients and partners see the value Salas O’Brien delivers. This role plays a critical part in that mission, supporting our firm’s continued growth as a destination employer and one of the most respected engineering and technical services firms in the industry.

The Internal Communications Manager will report to the Director of Corporate Communications and will own and lead defined internal communication channels and programs, operating within an established enterprise-wide strategy while helping advance and refine our approach over time. This role will also contribute meaningfully to the evolution of our internal communications function, particularly through the ongoing development of our intranet and team member experience hub, and by helping connect new team members more seamlessly with company-wide communications. As the function grows, this role is expected to help shape, build, and lead future team resources, including potential direct reports.

This is a hands-on role for a communications professional with 7+ years of experience who brings strong writing and execution skills, sound judgment, and the ability to take ownership of work and move it from concept to execution with minimal oversight. The ideal candidate operates confidently within established frameworks, makes thoughtful decisions independently, and knows when to escalate or partner. They will execute thoughtfully, contribute to continuous improvement, and partner closely with the Corporate Communications team, cross-functional stakeholders across HR, IT, Legal, Finance, Marketing, and technical groups, and company leaders.

Responsibilities

 Internal Communications

• Lead internal updates and key initiatives end-to-end, partnering with internal teams to draft communications and manage distribution through approved channels
• Own and manage key company e-newsletters using Axios HQ, including content planning, timelines, SME coordination, publishing, and performance tracking
• Serve as the internal owner and subject matter expert for Axios HQ, advising internal teams on effective use, segmentation, and internal communications best practices
• Apply audience segmentation and targeting to ensure communications reach the right groups effectively, including newly integrated team members following merger transitions
• Apply analytics and feedback to evaluate effectiveness and recommend refinements, with attention to engagement trends across business units and audience segments
• Partner with the merger integration team to support a smooth transition from merger-specific communications into standard company-wide channels, helping improve post-integration engagement
• Make day-to-day decisions on timing, channel, and approach within established strategy and frameworks, escalating thoughtfully when needed

 Intranet Content & Experience

• Write, build, and maintain content across the intranet, including news, updates, and resource pages
• Lead support for new sections and initiatives in partnership with internal teams, ensuring content is clear, structured, and easy to navigate
• Collaborate with internal technical and governance teams to implement updates and enhancements
• Help drive the continued evolution of our intranet and team member experience hub, including:
  • Managing timelines, tasks, and milestones associated with intranet improvements
  • Helping vet potential platforms, partners, and solutions, drawing on prior experience with intranet or email platform migrations where applicable
  • Supporting needs assessments, surveys, and team member input gathering
  • Translating priorities and requirements into well-structured, usable content
  • Supporting rollout, adoption, and ongoing improvement efforts
  • Reinforcing content governance, structure, and consistency as the platform evolves
• Contribute ideas to improve the experience for new team members, including how merging teams engage with company-wide content

Presentations & Leadership Communications

• Support development of internal presentations and materials, including maintenance of a shared internal slide library
• Coordinate with designers and internal teams to source content, manage timelines, and ensure accuracy
• Support pre- and post-communi