Communications Specialist III

We're seeking a talented Communications Specialist for a 6-month contract opportunity (with potential for extension) supporting a leading global biopharmaceutical company dedicated to discovering and delivering innovative medicines that address complex health issues and enhance people's lives.

Location: Mettawa, IL (Hybrid – onsite 3 days per week required)

Duration: 6 months

Employment Type: Contract (C2C considered; competitive hourly rate)

Join team to develop and execute impactful internal communication strategies.

In this high-visibility role, you'll deliver clear, engaging messaging to diverse stakeholders, strengthen team branding, boost employee engagement, and support critical organizational objectives.

You'll contribute to high-impact, high-visibility projects while collaborating across U.S. and international teams in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Utilize standardized communication templates with consistent branding to keep team members informed on key updates, including team announcements, project milestones, new procedures, and reminders
• Provide dedicated communication support for major initiatives (e.g., End-to-End processes and Next Gen CRM implementations), delivering timely, transparent project status updates
• Craft clear, concise, and engaging written content tailored to varied audiences
• Develop, maintain, and reinforce communication frameworks and internal processes
• Proactively coordinate and engage with stakeholders across functions and geographies (U.S. and global)
• Create and update professional PowerPoint presentations and supporting materials for leadership meetings and stakeholder communications
• Produce engaging tutorial/explainer videos to support project rollouts, organizational changes, and new technology introductions
• Draft project documentation, newsletters, articles, and other internal communications
• Support change management efforts to ensure smooth adoption of new processes, technologies, and initiatives

Qualifications & Required Skills:

• Exceptional writing, proofreading, and editing abilities with a proven track record of synthesizing complex information into clear, actionable messages
• Experience supporting cross-functional and/or global projects
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (especially PowerPoint)
• Hands-on experience with creative tools such as Adobe Premiere Pro, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Canva, Staffbase, and/or Figma
• Demonstrated experience creating tutorial or explainer videos
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and project management skills
• Confidence communicating across diverse teams, both domestically and internationally
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with high-visibility deliverables

This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact on high-stakes projects within a mission-driven organization focused on innovation and patient outcomes.

Beacon Hill is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values the strength diversity brings to the workplace. Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans are encouraged to apply.

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If you're a strong writer with multimedia skills and experience in internal communications or change management, we'd love to connect!