Internal Communications Consultant- Legal

Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for crafting compelling messages that drive business outcomes? Vanguard’s Office of the General Counsel (OGC) is seeking a talented Communications Strategist to join our dynamic communications team. In this role, you'll play a crucial part in shaping our internal communication landscape, ensuring that our messages resonate with all levels of the organization.

 Responsibilities:

• Provides consultation to develop internal communications solutions that drive identified outcomes.
• Advises and consults with the General Counsel on messaging and communications strategies. Pitches new ideas. Finds creative ways to tell OGC’s story and communicate the value OGC adds to Vanguard and our clients.
• Creates effective, compelling divisional and enterprise communications content based on deep understanding of target audience and the broader operating environment.
• Translates business strategies and initiatives into messaging and content. Prioritizes communications and messages to maximize impact on target audiences and business outcomes.
• Creates effective and compelling internal communications content based on deep understanding of target audience and the broader operating environment.
• Drives the execution of all phases of the internal communications process, including conception, implementation, and measurement. Leads day-to-day internal communication activities.
• Resolves conflicts over content or internal communication channel recommendations by acting as a trusted advisor to influence, coach, and negotiate with stakeholders.
• Improves end-to-end communication processes by applying current and evolving industry standards, while complying with Vanguard brand. Proactively sources news and stories for broader application.
• Leads large projects (e.g., communication campaigns and events) and provides creative direction and guidance on messaging.
• Serves as mentor to less experienced writers by providing specific feedback on their copy, story ideas, and new media formatting.
• Develops and strengthens working relationships with key influencers across the organization and in the industry to support communications and business objectives.
• Participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Five years related work experience, three years consulting and delivering internal communications experience preferred.
• Undergraduate degree or equivalent combination of training and experience. Graduate degree preferred.
• Experience with User Experience, Communication Strategy Development, Visual Branding, Podcasts.
• Design expertise- Adobe Creative Suite desired.
• Legal & regulatory background helpful.

Special Factors

Sponsorship

Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.

About Vanguard

At Vanguard, we don't just have a mission—we're on a mission.

To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.

How We Work

Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.