Associate, Internal Communications

About The Wonderful Company

The Wonderful Company is a private enterprise valued at $6 billion, dedicated to offering premium, health-focused brands and enhancing the well-being of communities where it operates. It has been recognized as the top company on the 2025 PEOPLE® Companies That Care list and is featured among Fortune® magazine's "100 Best Companies to Work For" in the United States. The company prioritizes employee welfare, community support, and environmental responsibility.

Position Overview

We are seeking an Associate for Internal Communications to join our Corporate Communications department. This role is pivotal in assisting with high-profile initiatives, honing strategic communication skills, boosting employee engagement, and ensuring consistent messaging aligned with our mission and values across the organization.

The role involves creating engaging content, managing internal communication platforms, supporting the corporate reputation for both the company and its founders, and collaborating with various teams to maintain effective communication. Positioned within a fast-paced and visible environment, this role reports to the Manager, Internal Communications and follows a hybrid office schedule in West Los Angeles, CA, requiring in-office presence Monday through Wednesday and remote work on Thursday and Friday.

Key Responsibilities

• Compose, edit, and refine various employee communication materials such as internal emails, newsletters, talking points, FAQs, and intranet articles.
• Assist in managing corporate-wide projects including the deployment of a new intranet platform and recognition initiatives.
• Support communications efforts across multiple departments like IT, AI/Automation, Facilities, Research & Insights, Sales, Continuous Improvement, Environmental Health & Safety, Aviation, among others.
• Maintain and regulate the master communications calendar across various channels and teams.
• Oversee the use of the enterprise email system (Cerkl), including training delivery, troubleshooting, and liaising with vendors and the Wonderful Agency for branded template creation and execution.
• Handle secondary mailboxes by directing inquiries to the correct departments.
• Organize seasonal events to foster workplace culture and enhance employee involvement.
• Conduct research on industry trends, competitor activities, and award/ranking prospects.
• Provide administrative support such as scheduling meetings and brainstorming sessions, creating agendas and notes, aiding event coordination, and preparing presentations.
• Collaborate across human resources, events, research, talent acquisition, philanthropy, proofreading, legal, and other teams to ensure stakeholder communications align with company values.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 3-4 years of relevant experience in an agency or corporate setting focusing on strategic communications, change management, internal communications, public relations, or related areas, with a desire to advance in this field.
• A Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, English, or a related discipline.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365, Adobe Creative Suite, and Canva.
• Knowledge of AP writing style and familiarity with internal communication tools like Cerkl, Staffbase, and SharePoint is advantageous.
• Competence in designing compelling PowerPoint presentations and managing digital assets such as image resizing and cropping.
• Spanish language proficiency (speaking, reading, writing) is a desirable plus.
• Interest and understanding of industries such as agriculture, real estate, and consumer packaged goods to effectively support communication strategies.
• Strong interpersonal skills, demonstrating initiative and the ability to work independently or with others to achieve objectives.
• Meticulous attention to accuracy, timeliness, and consistency in all communications, whether written, visual, or verbal.
• Excellent writing skills that craft engaging stories supporting organizational and business goals.
• Ability to handle tight deadlines, adapt to dynamic environments, embrace new ideas, and maintain a growth mindset.
• Proactive approach to problem solving with creative and effective solutions.
• Eagerness to improve writing, research, and presentation capabilities continually.
• Discretion in dealing with confidential and sensitive information.
• Curiosity, motivation, and high-level listening and comprehension skills.

Compensation

The hourly salary ranges from $38 to $40, with the possibility of a discretionary bonus dependent on experience and skills.

Additional Benefits and Culture

• Access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental plans alongside 401k matching.
• 24/7 availability of online physician consultations and virtual mental health resources.
• Life coaching, employee community groups, cash incentives for healthy habits, fitness reimbursements, and a library of on-demand fitness videos.
• Opportunities for career advancement within a diverse portfolio of brands and business units.
• Robust learning and development programs, including leadership training, webinars, and eLearning.
• Access to a mentorship program fostering career growth and peer support.
• Training in continuous improvement to drive positive workplace changes.
• Commitment to social responsibility with substantial investments in education, health, community development, and sustainability.
• Programs for charitable giving and community service participation.

Work Environment

Wonderful Agency operates as the in-house advertising and marketing team, delivering creative excellence across all media channels and deeply integrating with business unit leadership and stakeholders to support brand and product development.

The company embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion, offering equal opportunities without discrimination across all qualified applicants.