Associate Director, Internal Communications

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Ewing, NJ, USA
Hybrid
147K-210K Annually
Expert/Leader
Appliances • Manufacturing
The Role
Leads enterprise-wide internal communications, CEO and executive communications, town halls, employee engagement, and change enablement. Advises senior leaders, develops communication strategies and toolkits, translates feedback into insights, manages cross-functional initiatives, and oversees one direct report. The role requires strong writing, storytelling, stakeholder influence, project management, and experience supporting global organizations.
Summary Generated by Built In

A collective energy and ambition. A place where you can make a real difference.


We’re a company that genuinely cares about our people, our products, our consumers and the environment.


Our unique, informal culture champions courage, determination and collaboration. Knowing we have an open and supportive team means each of us has the freedom to take responsibility and ownership. We have a shared passion to work hard, innovate and push boundaries.

United by the belief that when we strive for growth, anything is possible. While we might not be the largest company in our industry, we believe we can have the biggest impact because: Together We Have the Power to Win.

Job Summary

Church and Dwight is seeking an Associate Director, Internal Communications. The Associate Director, Internal Communications plays a key role in helping employees feel informed, connected, and aligned to where Church & Dwight is going and why it matters. This role leads enterprise-wide internal communications and engagement efforts that bring our values to life, strengthen leadership credibility, and support business priorities.


About the Role

Serving as both a strategic advisor and hands-on leader, requiring both organized vision and execution.  This role partners closely with senior leaders to deliver clear, timely, and meaningful communication experiences that connect employees to our purpose and to one another. The position includes one direct report and requires flexibility to meet business needs.



Work Environment
  • Hybrid: This is a hybrid role based in Ewing, NJ and requires in- person attendance on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, with remote work options on Mondays and Fridays. 


Role Accountabilities & Responsibilities

Internal Communications 

  • Lead and develop enterprise-wide internal communications strategy, ensuring messages are clear, consistent, and aligned with Church & Dwight’s culture, values, and business priorities.
  • Develop and implement a proactive CEO communications strategy, including clear messaging, consistent cadence, and effective delivery across key stakeholders.
  • Plan and deliver companywide quarterly town halls that inform, engage, and connect employees.
  • Partner closely with the CEO and Executive Leadership Team (ELT) to shape agendas, narratives, and key messages.
  • Coordinate speakers, content, logistics, and technology in partnership with IT and external vendors.
  • Anticipate risks and opportunities through scenario planning and long-term communication planning.
  • Write quickly, accurately, and effectively in a Church & Dwight tone that is authentic, clear, and people centered.
  • Develop and maintain a proactive communications roadmap focused on what employees need to know, when they need to know it, and why it matters.
  • Maintain a high standard of accuracy and appropriate review for communications involving regulatory, legal, or disclosure-related matters.

Engagement & Change Enablement

  • Serve as a trusted subject matter expert on change enablement, partnering across teams on change strategy, stakeholder engagement, organizational readiness, leadership alignment, communications, training, and sustainment.
  • Translate engagement, listening, and feedback data into clear executive insights that support practical, actionable decisions.
  • Build scalable toolkits, messaging frameworks, and leader resources designed for ease of use and adoption.
  • Balance enterprise-wide consistency with flexibility to meet function-specific and localized needs.

Skills and Competencies
  • Strong strategic communication and storytelling skills across verbal, written and digital platforms
  • Executive presence with the ability to build trust and credibility with senior leaders.
  • Proven ability to advise, influence, and partner with stakeholders across the organization.
  • Demonstrated success managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced, global environment.
  • Highly collaborative, with the ability to lead through influence.
  • Growth mindset with adaptability to change.
  • Commitment to standardization, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.
  • Knowledge of change management frameworks and methodologies.
  • Strong project management skills, including managing multiple initiatives at once.
  • Experience managing and developing team members through coaching, feedback, and performance management.


Education & Experience

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in communications or a related field required.
  • 10+ years leading enterprise-wide internal communications strategy through execution working with both C-suite (CEO) and cross-functional key stakeholders required.
  • Prior experience working in a global organization leading internal communications

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience managing engagement activities for both corporate and front-line workers (Manufacturing), employee resources groups, engagement survey infusing company and local culture
  • Change management principles: understanding how change management applies to our internal communications and engagement activities.
  • PROSCI certified, a plus.


Compensation and Benefits 

The U.S. base salary range for this full-time position is $147,300-$209,700. This position is also eligible for a bonus.


As a Church & Dwight US employee, you (and eligible dependents, as applicable) will have access to medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid vacation and sick time, and Paid Parental Leave. U.S. employees are entitled to paid holidays, floating holidays, and vacation days starting in their first year of employment depending on hire date. You are also able to participate in our 401k retirement plan (with company match and profit-sharing) and Discounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan.  


The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including, but not limited to, job-related knowledge/skills, experience, business needs, geographical location, and internal pay parity.  Compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate. 


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Church & Dwight is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.
For more information on our company, our brands and our culture visit us at http://www.churchdwight.com/

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in communications or a related field
  • 10+ years leading enterprise-wide internal communications strategy through execution
  • Experience working with C-suite executives, including the CEO, and cross-functional stakeholders
  • Prior experience leading internal communications in a global organization
  • Experience managing engagement activities for corporate and frontline manufacturing workers
  • Experience with employee resource groups and engagement surveys
  • Knowledge of change management principles and methodologies
  • PROSCI certification

Church & Dwight Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Church & Dwight and has not been reviewed or approved by Church & Dwight.

  • Retirement Support — Retirement programs include a 401(k) match alongside profit sharing, forming a robust savings package with clear vesting parameters. This structure meaningfully enhances long‑term total rewards.
  • Healthcare Strength — Medical coverage offers multiple plan choices, including a zero‑deductible option, with company‑funded HSA support and access to mental‑health resources. These features contribute to comprehensive health protection.
  • Strong & Reliable Incentives — Annual bonuses and performance incentives are common components, adding meaningful value to total compensation. This consistency reinforces pay beyond base salary.

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The Company
HQ: Ewing, New Jersey
5,075 Employees
Year Founded: 1846

What We Do

Church & Dwight is a world leader in household and personal care products. Our brands include ARM & HAMMER®, Batiste™, OxiClean™, Trojan™, XTRA™, Nair™, First Response™, Spinbrush™, Orajel™, Vitafusion™, Li’l Critters™, Water Pik®, Zicam®, TheraBreath® and HERO. Founded in 1846, we have operations globally and are listed in the S&P 500. At Church & Dwight, we power people’s every day by providing quality, affordable consumer products. This is a place where ambition meets impact. We take pride in owning our areas of expertise. Our team of high aptitude people innovate and focus on new ways of doing things. While we might not be the largest company in our industry, we believe we can have the biggest impact because: Together We Have the Power to Win. We live by our pillars – they ground us in a shared sense of purpose and guide major decisions about the business and our people. And we believe that we all have something to contribute and something to gain from working together. Bring your determination: We’ll give you the space to own your success and do work you didn’t know was possible. Bring your team spirit: We’ll offer you an open-minded and low-ego environment. Bring your courage: We’ll help you make a tangible impact on the business

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