Employee Communications Manager (Change and Crisis)

Job Requisition ID #24WD80356Position OverviewThe Employee Communications Manager (Change and M&A (Mergers & Acquisitions)) plays a crucial role in managing enterprise communications needs related to organizational change management, internal crisis and issue management, and mergers and acquisitions (M&A) for Autodesk. As an important member of the Employee Communications team, you will help us develop strategies that ensure critical information is conveyed to employees, promoting trust and transparency across Autodesk and be a contributor to the Employee Communications editorial team to engage and inspire Autodesk's global workforce. You will focus on 30% strategy, 40% execution, and 30% reacting to the unexpected.This job reports to the Director of Employee Communications and is a hybrid role.ResponsibilitiesChange CommunicationsDevelop and implement communication plans for complex, multi-function organizational change initiatives and introducing new strategic projectsCollaborate with the Autodesk People and Places (PPL) organization and senior leadership to ensure messages align with company strategy, goals and cultureCraft engaging and informative content for different channels (like email, intranet, and live events) to keep employees informed and connectedWith the People and Places (PPL) organization, develop strategies to ensure a delightful employee experience for incoming employees throughout the M&A (Mergers & Acquisitions) processInternal issue and crisis managementStrategize and develop internal message plans for unexpected or sensitive issuesWork with teams like HR (Human Resources), Information Technology (IT), and Legal to provide prompt and accurate information to employeesDevelop proactive frameworks and templates for rapid response to a spectrum of issuesCoordinate with Corporate Communications and Crisis Management teams to provide a unified communications approach and mitigate riskGlobal employee engagementYou will be an extended member of the Autodesk employee communications editorial team and contribute to our storytelling efforts including written articles, video content, and employee activations, business announcements and campaignsContent developmentThe ability to write and consult on internal communications materials, ensuring consistency with our tone and styleExperienced managing and contributing to a large and integrated editorial calendar, and working across communications teams (public relations, exec comms, analyst relations, etc.) to build comprehensive messaging plansUse our platforms and tools (Microsoft, Slack, Zoom, email marketing tools) to deliver messages, including digital and face-to-face communicationsStakeholder managementWork with important partners across the organization including C-suite and senior leadership, HR, IT, and MarketingProvide communication counsel at all levels, work throughout the company and teams to promote to communication outcomes and ensure informs and engagement throughout projectsMeasurement and reportingExperience and tracking and analyzing the effectiveness of communications programsProvide regular reports on communications and engagement metrics to project partnersMake data-driven recommendations to enhance strategiesActively seeks out news, research, and benchmarks as reference points in their decision-makingMinimum QualificationsBachelor's degree in Comms, PR, Marketing or related field or relevant work experience6+ years of experience in corporate comms, HR comms, or focus on change management, crisis response, or M&AExcellent written and verbal comms skillsProject management and prioritization abilities#LI-SV1Learn MoreAbout AutodeskWelcome to Autodesk! Amazing things are created every day with our software – from the greenest buildings and cleanest cars to the smartest factories and biggest hit movies. We help innovators turn their ideas into reality, transforming not only how things are made, but what can be made. We take great pride in our culture here at Autodesk – our Culture Code is at the core of everything we do. Our values and ways of working help our people thrive and realize their potential, which leads to even better outcomes for our customers. When you’re an Autodesker, you can be your whole, authentic self and do meaningful work that helps build a better future for all. Ready to shape the world and your future? Join us!BenefitsFrom health and financial benefits to time away and everyday wellness, we give Autodeskers the best, so they can do their best work. Learn more about our benefits in the U.S. by visiting https://benefits.autodesk.com/Salary transparencySalary is one part of Autodesk’s competitive compensation package. For U.S.-based roles, we expect a starting base salary between $112,900 and $182,600. Offers are based on the candidate’s experience and geographic location, and may exceed this range. In addition to base salaries, we also have a significant emphasis on annual cash bonuses, commissions for sales roles, stock grants, and a comprehensive benefits package.Equal Employment Opportunity At Autodesk, we're building a diverse workplace and an inclusive culture to give more people the chance to imagine, design, and make a better world. Autodesk is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected characteristic. 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