HR Communications Specialist

Overview

Our leading client in the Retail Pet Industry is seeking a motivated HR Communications Specialist that will partner with Internal Communications Managers and assist with key communication and event initiatives. 

Responsiblities:

• Message Development: Collaborate with Internal Communications managers to craft clear, engaging, and aligned messages.
• Event and Meeting Support: Assist in planning internal events and meetings, including rehearsals, message development, and logistical coordination to ensure smooth execution.
• Content Editing and Publishing: Handle day-to-day editing and publishing of content across employee communication tools such as the intranet, digital signage, and email platforms.
• Newsletter Creation: Support the creation, editing, and distribution of internal newsletters to engage and inform employees.
• Ad Hoc Support: Provide assistance with additional duties as needed to support Internal Communications efforts.

Required Qualifications: 

• This role is ideal for someone with strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a passion for fostering connection and engagement within an organization.
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience; concentration in communications, marketing, business, or related field of study preferred
• Minimum 2-4 years’ experience; specific experience in internal/employee communications at corporate
• Strong understanding of internal communications strategies; ability to think strategically and help build implementation plans that have a measurable impact on the business
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, with demonstrated abilities to communicate effectively (written and oral) with all types of employees, strong writing skills, from fulfillment center, customer service to corporate leadership
• Ability to work as part of a team and lead efforts across disciplines
• Ability to respond to time sensitive requests
• Solid organizational and project management skills; ability to manage multiple priorities concurrently and with little oversight
• Notable attention to detail and accuracy; high level of commitment to exceptional work quality
• Demonstrated capacity to be highly creative, analytical, and data-driven at same time
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, continuously changing, entrepreneurial environment
• Deep knowledge of multiple types of communications mediums (website, videos, email, etc.)

The target hiring compensation range for this role is $20.99 to $23.33 an hour. Compensation is based on several factors including, but not limited to education, relevant work experience, relevant certifications, and location.

About Aquent Talent:

Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world’s biggest brands.

Our eligible talent gets access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. We also offer free online training through Aquent Gymnasium. More information on our awesome benefits! 

Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We’re about creating an inclusive environment—one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.