At Lilly, we unite caring with discovery to make life better for people around the world. We are a global healthcare leader headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. Our employees around the world work to discover and bring life-changing medicines to those who need them, improve the understanding and management of disease, and give back to our communities through philanthropy and volunteerism. We give our best effort to our work, and we put people first. We’re looking for people who are determined to make life better for people around the world.

Actual compensation will depend on a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location.  The anticipated wage for this position is

$122,250 - $179,300

We are seeking a visionary communications strategist to reimagine how we engage employees through transformative global events and innovative brand advocacy programs. This role is dedicated to crafting relevant, impactful global internal events that help colleagues connect with our purpose; and develop internal communications for our corporate sponsorships and partnerships, building brand advocates across the globe.

Key Responsibilities:

Reimagining Internal Global Event Experiences:

Partner with Internal Communications leadership to develop and execute a bold new vision for employee engagement through immersive, large-scale internal events, such as global town halls and milestone celebrations, including the company’s upcoming 150th anniversary.Ensure events are designed to communicate key corporate messages, reflect the company’s values, are inviting and create a strong inspirational connection with employees.Coordinate every detail of event planning and execution, from concept development to post-event evaluation, ensuring flawless delivery and maximum impact.

 Bringing the Brand, Sponsorships and Partnerships to Life Internally:

Collaborate with external communications and brand teams to translate company brand strategy, sponsorships and partnerships into engaging internal initiatives and experiences.Design campaigns and activations that showcase this work internally, helping employees understand their value and impact on Lilly's brand and mission.Use storytelling, creative content, and innovative communication channels to align employees with the external brand strategy.

Building a Brand Advocacy Ecosystem:Develop programs that empower employees to become enthusiastic brand ambassadors who embody and share Lilly's vision and culture.Partner with leaders across the company to ensure alignment and drive participation in advocacy programs.

  Innovating Internal Brand Engagement:Leverage creative communication strategies to deliver brand messages that resonate deeply with employees and reinforce their role in the company’s success.Craft content for internal platforms, including videos and digital displays, to engage employees with consistent and compelling storytelling.Stay ahead of trends in employee engagement and internal communications, ensuring Lilly remains a leader in this space.

Measurement:Define success metrics for internal events, brand advocacy programs, and sponsorship activations, and use data to assess and improve impact.Regularly seek employee feedback to ensure initiatives are relevant and aligned with their needs and expectations.

Basic Qualifications:7+ years of experience in internal communications, global event management, or brand communications in a high-profile corporate environment.

 Qualified applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Lilly will not provide support for or sponsor work authorization and/or visas for this role.

Preferred Skills & Attributes:

Proven success in delivering large-scale internal events that drive employee engagement and alignment with organizational goals.Experience in developing and executing employee brand advocacy programs.Expertise in internal communications strategy, with a focus on engaging diverse, global employee audiences.Exceptional event production and project management skills, capable of managing complex initiatives with precision and creativity.Advanced storytelling abilities with a talent for turning complex ideas into simple, impactful narratives.Proficiency in digital communication tools and platforms to enhance internal engagement.

Preferred Attributes:Problem-solver who challenges the status quo and drives innovative approaches to internal engagement.Strong collaborator who excels in cross-functional environments, particularly with marketing, external communications, and HR teams.Compassionate leader who understands the importance of creating inspirational and emotional connections with employees.

Lilly is dedicated to helping individuals with disabilities to actively engage in the workforce, ensuring equal opportunities when vying for positions. If you require accommodation to submit a resume for a position at Lilly, please complete the accommodation request form (https://careers.lilly.com/us/en/workplace-accommodation) for further assistance. Please note this is for individuals to request an accommodation as part of the application process and any other correspondence will not receive a response.

Lilly is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

Our employee resource groups (ERGs) offer strong support networks for their members and help our company develop talented individuals for future leadership roles. Our current groups include: Africa, Middle East, Central Asia Network, African American Network, Chinese Culture Network, Early Career Professionals, Japanese International Leadership Network (JILN), Lilly India Network, Organization of Latinos at Lilly, PRIDE (LGBTQ + Allies), Veterans Leadership Network, Women’s Network, Working and Living with Disabilities. Learn more about all of our groups.

Full-time equivalent employees also will be eligible for a company bonus (depending, in part, on company and individual performance). In addition, Lilly offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees, including eligibility to participate in a company-sponsored 401(k); pension; vacation benefits; eligibility for medical, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; flexible benefits (e.g., healthcare and/or dependent day care flexible spending accounts); life insurance and death benefits; certain time off and leave of absence benefits; and well-being benefits (e.g., employee assistance program, fitness benefits, and employee clubs and activities).Lilly reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs in its sole discretion and Lilly’s compensation practices and guidelines will apply regarding the details of any promotion or transfer of Lilly employees.

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