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Internal Communications Manager

?The Internal Communications Manager oversees the daily operations of the teams responsible for producing effective communications that support and enhance management’s efforts to achieve unity of direction throughout the Company.

Essential Duties

  • Organize, assign and manage daily tasks of the Publications and Translations Teams, including U-Haul News stories and translation requests.

  • Develop and foster relationships with leadership, both at UHI and in the field, to curate story ideas and translation needs.

  • Work with the Managing Editor to ensure U-Haul News stories and issues are completed according to deadline on platforms such as uhaul.net, U-Haul News, uhauldealer.com, U-Haul social media or blogs and other Company-sponsored domains.

  • Working in concert with the Managing Editor, organize U-Haul News photo shoots and other story ideas. Write content as needed.

  • Align and adapt department’s work and messaging to reflect the marketing objectives of program managers, field leadership and UHI management. Create relevant goals to achieve these objectives.

  • Proactively keep up with internal communications and marketing trends.

  • Organize short-term and long-term translation projects across the System.

  • Keep apprised of relevant industry developments and external subject matter, including language laws in Quebec. Ensure French translations and websites are consistent with these laws.

  • Work with leadership and field teams in Quebec to ensure signage, products, labels, etc. are translated as required.

  • Develop and maintain relationships with outside vendors to ensure French and Spanish websites are accurate and current. Make financial decisions using cost/benefit analysis.

  • Create an annual budget and manage expenses to adhere to it.

  • Manage team members who may work remotely in other states and Canada.

  • Maintain and promote the Company library and efforts to digitize assets and share them appropriately through digital tools such as the digital asset manager.

  • Participate in the development and evolution of U-Haul University as a Systemwide communication and education tool.

Education/Training Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in journalism, Communications, Foreign Language or Business OR the equivalent in experience.

Experience:

3-5+ years of management experience

5-7+ years of experience in a relevant field (journalism, corporate communications, marketing)

Skills/Required Knowledge:

Must be able to communicate effectively and clearly state goals and expectations, and then follow through on them. Good organizational skills and attention to detail are a must. Experience in journalism/communications or working on a print publication are preferred. Knowledge of French or Spanish is also preferred. Ability to manage remote team members is required.

U-Haul Offers:

  • Full Medical coverage

  • Prescription plans

  • Dental & Vision Plans

  • New indoor fitness gym

  • Gym Reimbursement Program

  • Registered Dietitian Program

  • Weight Watchers

  • Onsite medical clinic for you and your family

  • Career stability

  • Opportunities for advancement

  • Valuable on-the-job training

  • Tuition reimbursement program

  • Free online courses for personal and professional development at U-Haul University®

  • Business and travel insurance

  • You Matter Employee Assistance Program

  • Paid holidays, vacation, and sick days

  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

  • 401(k) Savings Plan

  • Life insurance

  • Critical Illness/Group Accident

  • 24-hour physician available for kids

  • MetLaw Legal program

  • MetLife auto and home insurance

  • Mindset App Program

  • Discounts on cell phone plans, hotels, and more

  • LifeLock Identity Theft

  • Savvy consumer wellness programs - from health care tips to financial wellness

  • Dave Ramsey’s SmartDollar Program

  • U-Haul Federal Credit Union

  • Wellness Program



U-Haul is an equal opportunity employer. All applications for employment will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, provincial, state, or local law. Individual accommodations are available on requests for applicants taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Information obtained during this process will only be shared on a need to know basis.

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