Corporate Communications Lead

Provides counsel to senior executives and marketing organization; responsible for strategic planning including helping with enterprise plan and business unit/division/regional level plans; ensures cross-functional collaboration. Leads messaging and writing/editorial efforts. Champions storytelling and seeks new platforms for effective storytelling. Leads corporate communications programs across a business, region or a specialized communication focus area. Leads execution of communication plans and strategy that align with and activate on the UL brand strategy to build and protect UL's market presence and reputation. Read and follow the Underwriters Laboratories Code of Conduct and follow all physical and digital security practices.

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE PREFERRED. Degree in communication, marketing or a related field. Generally, eight years or more of related experience or demonstrated competency. MINIMUM SKILLS PREFERRED. Strong written and verbal communication; excellent interpersonal skills. Strong collaboration skills. Strong project planning and management skills. Strong business acumen. Strategic thinking. Project-based budget management and tracking skills. Process improvement. Analytical acumen. Skilled editor and experienced writer. Ability to work in a matrix environment. Demonstrated skill in delivering consultative expertise. MINIMUM ABILITIES PREFERRED. Able to understand technical and scientific issues and to translate complex information for nonscientific audiences. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience managing and/or using a wide array of internal communication tools.