Responsibilities

• Team Leadership – Lead and develop the Corporate Communications team ensuring high-quality output across all workstreams
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement within the team
• Media Relations – Manage TQL's media relations strategy, including proactive pitching, reactive media inquiries, spokesperson preparation and crisis communications
• Build and maintain relationships with national, local and trade media
• Awards & Recognition – Oversee the execution of TQL's awards program, including identification of new opportunities, submission review and results tracking
• Collaborate closely with HR and Corporate Communications Specialist II on execution and reporting on awards programs
• Copy & Content – Oversee all corporate copy created by Senior Copywriter, ensuring consistency with TQL's brand voice, alignment with strategic goals and clear reporting
• Participate in the drafting, review and approval process for company announcements, employee communications, digital content, etc.
• Corporate & Executive Support – Develop and refine executive-level presentations translating complex business topics into clear, compelling narratives
• Support the Corporate Communications Director with preparation of Board, Quarterly Business Review, M&A and other materials as needed.

Requirements

• 8–10 years of corporate communications experience at a large company, with demonstrated progression in responsibility
• Proven experience leading and developing a communications team
• Excellent critical thinking skills with the ability to quickly grasp business acumen and translate complex topics into clear, audience-appropriate messaging
• Strong track record in media relations, including experience managing proactive and reactive media strategies
• Experience working directly with senior executives
• Demonstrated ability to lead high-stakes, cross-functional communication initiatives
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with meticulous attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to establish credibility and effective relationships with senior leaders
• Ability to manage multiple, diverse projects simultaneously under tight deadlines
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Teams, Outlook, Excel, Word and PowerPoint

Benefits

• Competitive base salary
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Health, dental and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Perks including employee discounts, financial wellness planning, tuition reimbursement and more
• Exposure at the most senior levels of one of the largest private companies in the U.S.
• Opportunity to sharpen your communications expertise and deepen your business knowledge
• Be part of a Great Place to Work–certified company with 900+ lifetime workplace award wins
• Join an energetic, talented and well-resourced Marketing Department