KONE, founded in 1910, is one of the largest, award-winning elevator companies in the world and our offering for employees is as competitive as our offering for customers. Not only do we provide highly competitive salaries, company vehicles for specific roles, and world-class benefits for our salaried employees - we also pride ourselves on our culture and principles. Innovation, sustainability, collaboration, and ethical business practices are just some of the pillars that we use to define our own success. Come join our family in KONE Americas to be a part of something big!

JOB OVERVIEW

As Communications Specialist , you will support key KONE Americas strategic priorities and operational effectiveness by working collaboratively with leaders, staff and external partners to support both new and current communications campaigns, in particular for KONE Mexico and Canada. Responsible for supporting KONE America’s goals by developing and implementing communication campaign strategies, planning, writing copy, and executing employee and external communications.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Implements communications strategies for KONE Americas. Prepare in-depth editorial content including, news and organizational change content, infographics, branded presentation decks, newsletters, webcasts, and other channels to best engage our employees, in support of Americas, particularly Mexico and Canada

• Administers and stewards KONE Americas web platform for employee communications that includes but is not limited to: content layout, debugging HTML, testing, analyzing and reporting.

• Maintains web content management system for intranet website and digital communication, which includes but is not limited to: planning, design, testing, daily content maintenance, troubleshooting technical issues, integrations, database repositories and forms.

• Facilitates and contributes to comprehensive digital communication strategies for KONE Americas internal and external communications channels. Identifies, interprets and implements emerging trends and tracking tools, to more efficiently and effectively achieve business goals.

• Work with KONE Americas and KONE global communications departments to implement annual communications plan according to policy and practices developed for KONE Americas. Coordinate integration of communications strategy across all channels, writes copy, works with designer on layout (or directly performs layout), proofs work and ensures quality communications are sent out.

• This role will also monitor digital performance and KPI’s to ensure we continually achieve and exceed targets while maintaining a positive return on our investment. This individual will facilitate project management as it relates to the key aspects; communication, understanding, timing, cost and analysis as well as supporting and managing ad-hoc communications projects.

• Lead project stakeholders on content, design, and digital communications professionals and outside vendors to ensure compliance with KONE guidelines, as well as improving the functionality of our channels.

• Oversee web and digital communication software tools and ownership, including advising IT of best practices with webcasts and acting as a SharePoint Superuser for all the organization.

• Provides support to KONE Americas senior leaders for digital and written projects and special initiatives.

HIRING REQUIREMENTS

• Education : Bachelor's Degree in Journalism, PR, Communications, Marketing, Digital Communications.

• Experience : 5-7 years of experience working in relevant field.

• Intermediate to advanced skills with MS Office tools and applications, including data analytics.

• Proficient in analytical tools for communications, relating results to business goals.

• Strong writing and oral communication skills (AP style journalism).

• Change communication plan design and execution experience.

• Print, web and email design expertise, executing engaging communication in a variety of channels (content development tools, required).

• Exceptional writing and technical skills.

• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint).

• Proficiency in google analytics, Hootesuite, Bananatag and other measurement tools.

• Knowledge in techniques, such as HTML, responsive website layout, etc. and experience developing content using a Content Management System (SharePoint, Drupal, Wordpress, Sitecore, Weekly

• Language Fluency: Spanish (required). Canadian French (a plus).

About KONE

We have the courage to hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because we believe diversity drives innovation:

• We value your authentic self.

• Diversity, equity, and inclusion is embedded in our strategy and values.

• Collaborative, creative, and supportive work environment.

• Passionate about safety, quality, and innovation.

• We care about the communities where we live and work.

Just some of our many benefits include:

• Competitive salary

• Flexible work schedule

• Opportunities to learn and grow

• Matching 401K

• Pension plan

• Comprehensive health and wellness plans for the entire family

• Paid holidays and paid time off

Come share your passion and energy to make a positive impact at KONE for our customers and your career!

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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

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At KONE, we are focused on creating an innovative and collaborative working culture where we value the contribution of each individual. Employee engagement is a key focus area for us and we encourage participation and the sharing of information and ideas. Sustainability is an integral part of our culture and the daily practice. We follow ethical business practices and we seek to develop a culture of working together where co-workers trust and respect each other and good performance is recognized. In being a great place to work, we are proud to offer a range of experiences and opportunities that will help you to achieve your career and personal goals and enable you to live a healthy and balanced life.

Read more on www.kone.com/careers

Did you know KONE moves over one billion people every day? In 2023, we had annual net sales of EUR 11.0 billion. We employ over 60,000 driven professionals in more than 60 countries worldwide joined together by a shared vision. As a global leader in the elevator and escalator industry, it is our mission to improve the flow of urban life.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.