Penumbra, Inc.
healthcare
InternalCommunicationsSpecialist
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“Internal Communications Specialist at Penumbra, Inc.. Skills: Internal Communications, content creation, channel management, coordination of internal communications activities. supporting the execution of communication strategies and initiatives. assisting with content creation, channel management, and coordination of internal communications activities”
What You'll Achieve.
keep employees informed, engaged, and aligned with the organization’s goals; ensuring communications are clear, consistent, and accessible; support continuous improvement efforts for channels and campaigns
Industry & Context.
General office environment., Willingness and ability to work on site., May have business travel from 5-10%., Potential exposure to blood-borne pathogens., Requires some lifting and moving of up to 25 pounds., Must be able to move between buildings and floors., Must be able to remain stationary and use a computer or other standard office equipment, such as a printer or copy machine, for an extensive period of time each day., Must be able to read, prepare emails, and produce documents and spreadsheets., Must be able to move within the office and access file cabinets or supplies, as needed., Must be able to communicate and exchange accurate information with employees at all levels on a daily basis.
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's degree, preferably in communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, or related field with 1 + years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience, writing, editing, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to tailor messages for different audiences., High degree of accuracy and attention to detail, Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to balance multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment., Comfort working with employees at all levels, including executives, functional partners, and cross departmental teams, in a professional and service-oriented manner.
Nice to Have
Experience in a regulated industry (healthcare, biotech, pharma, or similar) is desirable but not required.
What You'll Do.
supporting the execution of communication strategies and initiatives
assisting with content creation
and coordination of internal communications activities
Collaborate with the Internal Communications and Editorial Manager to support a wide range of internal communication initiatives
Assisting in drafting
and formatting internal communications content for multiple channels (email
Helping maintain communication calendars and ensuring timely delivery of updates.
Gathering information from key stakeholders to ensure accuracy and message alignment.
Coordinate employee communication programs and events
Assist with maintaining internal communication channels
Monitor communication effectiveness
Adhere to the Company’s Quality Management System (QMS) as well as domestic and global quality system regulations
Understand relevant security
privacy and compliance principles and adhere to the regulations
and procedures that are applicable to the Company.
Ensure other members of the department follow the QMS
Perform other work-related duties as assigned
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
in partnership with a wide range of cross functional teams (i. e. , Human Resources, Learning & Development, Site Services, Data Privacy, and Manufacturing); Comfort working with employees at all levels, including executives, functional partners, and cross departmental teams
Communication Scope
excellent writing skills; interpersonal communication skills; tailor messages for different audiences; effective communication skills; listening skills
Process & Methodology
organizational and time management skills, ability to balance multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Full Job Description
## Description The Internal Communications Specialist is responsible for supporting the execution of communication strategies and initiatives that keep employees informed, engaged, and aligned with the organization’s goals. This role supports a globally distributed workforce, ensuring communications are clear, consistent, and accessible. The position focuses on assisting with content creation, channel management, and coordination of internal communications activities in partnership with a wide range of cross functional teams (i.e., Human Resources, Learning & Development, Site Services, Data Privacy, and Manufacturing). Success in this role requires strong attention to detail, excellent writing skills, and a collaborative mindset. What You’ll Work On • Collaborate with the Internal Communications and Editorial Manager to support a wide range of internal communication initiatives, including but not limited to companywide announcements, newsletters, leadership messages, intranet updates, employee events, and digital content. Responsibilities include: o Assisting in drafting, editing, and formatting internal communications content for multiple channels (email, intranet, presentations, video scripts). o Helping maintain communication calendars and ensuring timely delivery of updates. o Gathering information from key stakeholders to ensure accuracy and message alignment. • Coordinate employee communication programs and events, including planning, scheduling, preparing materials, and supporting virtual and in person engagement activities such as town halls, employee meetings, employee volunteer opportunities, and culture building events. • Assist with maintaining internal communication channels, including updating intranet pages, monitoring engagement metrics, organizing content libraries, and supporting digital communication tools. • Monitor communication effectiveness, assist with basic analytics, track engagement metrics, and support continuous improvement efforts f
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