Internal Communications Consultant (Chicago)

Robert Half is partnering a

leading Fortune 500 financial services organization

to hire an

Internal Communications Consultant

to support enterprise internal communications initiatives. This role will focus on

editorial communications, weekly newsletter production, stakeholder management, and communications project coordination

tied to large-scale product updates and operational readiness initiatives across a highly cross-functional organization.

Location:

Tempe, AZ or Chicago, IL (hybrid-onsite)
Duration:

6-month contract with strong potential for extension or conversion
Hours:

40 hours/week
Pay Rate:

$30-33/hour

Position Overview:
The

Internal Communications Consultant

will support

editorial communications initiatives

focused on employee readiness, product updates, and operational change communications within a

fast-paced enterprise environment . This role is responsible for

writing, editing, proofreading, fact-checking, content curation, and QA

for employee-facing communications and newsletters, while also managing workflows and coordinating with

cross-functional stakeholders

to meet tight publication deadlines. The ideal candidate brings

exceptional editorial judgment, AP style expertise, strong project management skills , and experience working within

large, highly matrixed organizations .

Key Responsibilities:
Write, edit, curate, proofread, and publish

internal communications content across newsletters, intranet platforms, and enterprise communication channels
Support production and distribution of

high-volume weekly internal newsletters

and employee readiness communications
Ensure all communications are

accurate, polished, fact-checked, and aligned to AP style guidelines
Coordinate with cross-functional stakeholders to gather updates, manage approvals, and maintain editorial timelines
Manage communications workflows, intake requests, and publication schedules across multiple concurrent initiatives
Partner closely with readiness, enablement, operations, and communications teams to package and communicate product and operational updates effectively
Publish and maintain content within

content management systems and editorial publishing tools
Track stakeholder feedback, engagement metrics, and communications effectiveness to support continuous improvement
Support broader internal communications initiatives including

executive communications, presentations, and enterprise messaging

Qualifications:
3+ years of experience

in internal communications, corporate communications, editorial content, or communications consulting within large enterprise environments
Exceptional

writing, editing, proofreading, and quality assurance skills

with demonstrated

AP style expertise
Strong experience managing

editorial workflows, publication calendars, and communications project timelines
Experience supporting

high-volume newsletters, employee communications, or intranet editorial operations
Proven ability to collaborate across

highly matrixed organizations

and manage multiple stakeholder groups simultaneously
Experience using

Workfront

or similar workflow/project management platforms preferred
Strong familiarity with

content management systems and enterprise publishing workflows
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple deadlines in fast-paced environments
Strong communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills
Proficiency with

Microsoft Office Suite , including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams, and SharePoint preferred
Experience within

regulated industries or large corporate environments

is highly preferred
A

portfolio of professional writing samples is required for consideration ( Samples should demonstrate

strong editorial judgment, AP style proficiency, internal communications experience , and the ability to write for

enterprise or employee-facing audiences)

The salary range for this position is $30-33/hour. Benefits available to contract/temporary professionals, include medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster.