• Contribute substantively to planning, research, writing, and strategy development • Consistently produce high-quality correspondence, communication materials, reports, and other types of materials for internal audiences and clients • Communicate directly with clients and external partners to implement strategies and tactics • Develop/review project plans and track project activities, timelines, and quality reviews • Manage social, paid, and traditional media outreach, including strategy, content development, and analytics • Contribute substantively to content creation by communicating ideas and working with integrated project teams of designers, writers, and digital strategists to develop creative and digital assets, including videos, websites, infographics, and more • Provide client service support with regular monitoring and reporting, managing timelines, proofreading, and client touchpoints • Ensure quality work product of more junior team members • Collaborate with other team members to address challenges and solve problems proactively • Attend and contribute substantively to meetings, including taking actionable notes in both internal and external meetings; assist with scheduling and logistics • Participate in new business process including research and proposal preparation • Contribute to organic growth

• Manage planning, research, content, and strategy development • Lead work and projects from the conceptual phase to execution and completion, ensuring quality work product • Develop project plans and track project activities, timelines, and quality reviews • Manage and implement day-to-day client activities across a variety of work streams • Be a trusted advisor to clients and external partners who touch the client’s business, as well as with internal project teams • Lead content creation by communicating ideas and working with integrated project teams of designers, writers, and digital strategists to develop assets • Research and analyze industry and competitor trends and provide insightful recommendations • Participate in new business process including research and proposal preparation • Contribute to organic growth • Able to prioritize and delegate tasks as needed • Model and encourage company values • Influence decisions and support change • Are capable of designing and implementing process improvement efforts

This description is a summary of our understanding of the job description. Click on 'Apply' button to find out more. Role Description Join our Global Internal Communications team focused on informing, engaging, and motivating our employees through effective communications experiences that help shape Akamai's strategic vision and mission critical goals. The team works cross-functionally with various organizations to build, support, and execute internal communications plans and employee engagement initiatives. As a Senior Corporate Communications Manager, you will be responsible for: - Partnering with HR and global communications stakeholders to create, execute, and lead internal HR communications strategy - Creating various types of content for the HR organization - Managing internal communications channels for the entire HR organization - Participating in our Global Internal Communications teams initiatives and strategy planning Qualifications - 8 years of relevant experience and a Bachelor's degree or its equivalent - Demonstrated success with internal communications, employee engagement, human resources, and/or change management - Ability to simultaneously manage projects, coordinate resources, and execute multiple initiatives within tight timelines - Experience developing and producing original, creative, and compelling communications - Propensity to take initiative and the confidence to bring ideas forward and stretch existing processes - Experience building effective networks across teams and international regions, as well as demonstrate global acumen Benefits - Opportunities to grow, flourish, and achieve great things - Benefits surrounding all aspects of your life including health, finances, family, and work-life balance - Industry-leading benefits including healthcare, 401K savings plan, company holidays, vacation (in the form of PTO), sick time, and family-friendly benefits including parental leave - Employee assistance program focusing on mental and financial wellness Company Description Akamai powers and protects life online. Leading companies worldwide choose Akamai to build, deliver, and secure their digital experiences, helping billions of people live, work, and play every day. With the world's most distributed compute platform—from cloud to edge—we make it easy for customers to develop and run applications while we keep experiences closer to users and threats farther away.

• Develop and execute public relations plans and strategies that will enhance the brand awareness and reputation of Cars Commerce in the eyes of consumers, our customers, and our shareholders. • Oversee all media relations efforts, including building and maintaining strong relationships with key national and local media contacts across corporate, B2C and B2B as well as social news influencers. • Demonstrate creative ideation and thinking to develop compelling, high-impact stories and communications campaigns. • Develop and refine the company's messaging platform, ensuring consistent and accurate communication. • Identify and curate data-driven news stories from the company’s proprietary data, including monthly industry insights reporting. • Initiate creative campaigns, programs and media events that keep Cars Commerce, its products, and its people top of mind with the media and our stakeholders. • Write and edit all external communications materials, including press releases, talking points, pitches, and executive communication. • Exhibit strong business acumen to understand and articulate the company's goals, performance, and industry landscape. • Collaborate deeply and effectively across functions (e.g., Marketing, Legal, Product, Executive Team) to align communication strategies with business objectives. • Engage and build trust with senior executives, providing sound counsel on communications strategies and issues management. • Attend and manage the press strategy for core auto shows and relevant media events throughout the year (3-5 events per year). • Develop strategic opportunities for speaking and other engagements for company leaders at conferences and events. • Measure and report on the effectiveness of PR and communications efforts.