Internal Communications Strategy - Advisor (Flexible Hybrid)

Fannie Mae - Washington, DC

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - Washington, DC

Credit Intermediation and Related Activities

About the position

The Internal Communications Strategy - Advisor role at Fannie Mae focuses on developing and delivering internal communication strategies that align with the company's mission and strategic goals. This position involves collaborating with senior leaders and cross-functional teams to enhance employee engagement and support change management through effective storytelling and data-driven communication channels.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic executive communications for internal audiences, ensuring alignment with Fannie Mae's mission, culture, and strategic goals.
• Partner with Executive Communication colleagues to provide communication support to senior leaders.
• Coordinate communications for major enterprise-wide events like All-Employee Town Halls and leadership transitions.
• Serve as a strategic internal communications advisor to senior leaders and cross-functional teams.
• Educate employees about the business and mission through storytelling and data-driven communications channels.
• Partner with Marketing and External Communications colleagues on integrated strategic communications campaigns.

Requirements

• At least 6 years working in corporate communications in a corporate environment required.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in communications, marketing, journalism, or public affairs preferred.
• Experience developing complex, strategic communications plans and successfully implementing them end-to-end across a business division or enterprise.
• Extensive experience working directly with senior leadership on internal communications initiatives.
• Advanced verbal and written communication skills, including copywriting and editing.
• Proven ability to build effective relationships, effectively influence, and manage conflicts.
• Ability to tailor communications to an author's voice and to targeted audiences.
• Experience helping an organization to plan and manage change, meet strategic objectives, and address employee sentiment and feedback.
• Ability to track, measure, and analyze data, providing recommendations for improvement.
• Collaborative and team mindset with a proactive approach to solving problems.

Nice-to-haves

• 8+ years of experience in corporate communications, employee engagement, or internal communications.
• Expertise in managing large-scale internal projects and events.
• Excellent project management skills, including ability to manage multiple complex projects at once.
• Demonstrated proficiency in conducting insightful interviews and crafting compelling narratives.
• Demonstrated strategic thinker who takes initiative.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage
• Life insurance coverage
• Voluntary lifestyle benefits
• Comprehensive benefits package enhancing physical, mental, emotional, and financial well-being