Checkr is looking for an Internal Communications Director as we prepare for an exciting next phase of growth. We’re looking for a leader who has a solid understanding of the technology industry, thrives in a high growth environment and can easily toggle between being a strategic leader and a doer.  

As the Director, Internal Communications you’ll be working to help our team stay up to date on the company’s vision, goals, projects and executive updates by leading strategic internal and executive communications programs. You will work across teams including Marketing, Human Resources, Product, Sales, Operations and Engineering to support the brand mission and evolve brand story. The ideal candidate will be a skilled storyteller with a knack for interpersonal skills, strong creative skills and a passion for creating experiences. The role will build a strong culture of collaboration to create experiences that engage, connect and inspire the community of employees!

Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute a strategic internal and executive communications plan: You will creatively align internal and executive messaging with the company’s vision, mission, and product positioning.
• Work cross-functionally across teams: You will work in close partnership with Human Resources, Marketing, Product, R&D and Leadership to execute communication initiatives from concept to delivery.
• Produce employee communications: Develop and author a variety of internal and executive communications including presentations, announcements, blogs to be delivered across a variety of communications channels.
• Manage the company’s internal communications channels: Maintain the editorial calendar (blogs, newsletters etc), research and develop quotes from people, write stories, shoot videos, and contribute to the Intranet.
• Support leadership and company meetings: You will help craft the messaging and program through agenda, speaker selection and logistics

• Develop the strategic narrative and thought leadership strategy (leveraging executive leaders, customers, our mission partners, proprietary research etc.)
• Work cross-functionally with Product Marketing, Demand Generation & Brand Studio teams to ensure that our narrative is effectively and consistently represented across all channels
• Partner with our CEO (and other C-staff) on his thought leadership platform and brand evangelism

What you bring:

• Experience: Strong years of experience writing and creating strategies in a corporate (preferably start-up) environment. You’ve managed a variety of creative corporate communications channels, including company all hands, corporate intranets, mobile, and internal social media channels.
• Strong executive communications experience: You can write and tailor content for specific audiences that demonstrates a deep understanding of messaging, positioning and stakeholder needs. You are comfortable working with executives at all levels.
• Fearless when embracing technology: You’re comfortable learning new programs easily to enhance company-wide communication. 
• Organized and creative: With news constantly changing, you’re able to adapt and change directions in an instant. You’re comfortable working at a face pace and are able to meet deadlines. 

The base salary for this position will vary based on geography and other factors.  In accordance with Colorado law, the base salary for this role if filled within Colorado is $173,000-$204,000. #LI-Remote