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Internal Communications Specialist

Bates White Economic Consulting
Washington, DC Intern
POSTED ON 1/30/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/28/2025
Firm Overview

Bates White is a boutique consulting firm based in Washington, DC. Recognized as a top workplace, the firm provides advanced economic, financial, and econometric analysis to law firms, companies, and government agencies.

Through our supportive, collaborative, and collegial culture, we invest in our talent and provide opportunities for career advancement. We are proud to have been consistently ranked among the top firms in the Vault Guide to the Top 50 Consulting Firms, named a Top Workplace by The Washington Post for the past nine years, listed as a top consulting firm by Management Consulted and recently ranked #42 on Newsweek’s list of America’s Top 200 Most Loved Workplaces.

If you are looking for a place to do high-quality work and have fun along the way, read below to discover how you can be part of our team. Learn more about our firm at: www.bateswhite.com.

What You’ll Do

In this role, you will be responsible for informing and executing the firm’s internal communications strategy. The primary focus will be enhancing the employee experience by effectively communicating essential firm information, supporting awareness and achievement of business objectives, and maintaining the collaborative culture. You will:

  • Review and enhance internal communications strategies aligned with firm objectives, ensuring consistency in internal messaging and brand voice.
  • Create and manage content for internal channels including intranet, newsletters, firm emails, and electronic signage; ensure messaging supports business objectives.
  • Partner with leadership to develop communications strategies for programs and initiatives; craft and distribute firmwide announcements and updates.
  • Engage in the design and launch of an information portal using ServiceNow.
  • Collaborate with HR on employee engagement communications.
  • Provide leadership communications support for firmwide meetings including DEI&B presentations, training, forums, and all-hands meeting.
  • Work with Department leadership to maintain, update, and track firm policies.
  • Periodically support change management initiatives through strategic communications.
  • Help maintain firm communications calendar.
  • Measure and report on the effectiveness of internal communications initiatives.
  • Support crisis communications and business continuity messaging as needed.

What You’ll Bring To The Table

  • Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, business, or related field
  • 4-6 years of progressive internal communications experience, with some experience in a professional services environment
  • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills including, editing, and proofreading with meticulous attention to detail
  • Experience managing multiple time-sensitive projects in a fast-paced environment
  • Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion
  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships across all levels of the organization
  • Experience working independently and collaborating within teams
  • Experience with internal communications platforms and content management systems
  • Knowledge of best practices in digital internal communications
  • Change management communications experience
  • Ability to think strategically, recognize key information, gather pertinent details, and communicate effectively to specific audiences
  • Ability to translate complex information into clear, engaging content
  • Expertise using MS Office and communication platforms (e.g. Canva, Poppulo, SharePoint, ServiceNow)
  • May require more than 40.0 hours per week to perform the essential duties of the position

What You Can Expect From Us

We are committed to providing an exceptional employee experience. You can expect:

  • Competitive compensation—the salary range for this position is $85,000 to $100,000. This position is also eligible for bonus compensation on a discretionary basis. The actual salary offered for this position will be determined based on job-related, non-discriminatory factors including qualifications and experience, education, external market data, and internal equity.
  • Comprehensive benefits package—includes tuition reimbursement up to $75K, low healthcare premiums, wellness benefits, and more! To learn more about our benefits offerings, click here.
  • Hybrid work environment with three coordinated in-office days per week.
  • Open culture where your voice is heard, your input is sought, and your contributions are rewarded.
  • Fun and engaging culture including frequent social events.
  • Amenities that include a fitness center, rooftop terrace, standing desks, espresso, fresh fruit, breakfast and afternoon snack, billiards, and ping pong.
  • Employee-driven community outreach program featuring fundraising events (e.g., trivia, game shows, cooking competitions, etc.), volunteer opportunities, and matching funds along with our pro bono program.
  • Investment in your career through training programs, an assigned mentor and peer coach, and frequent feedback.
  • Networking opportunities through employee interest groups, Women’s Network, International Network, Diversity-Inclusion Council, and BWProud Network.

If you are interested in joining our team, please submit a resume and cover letter.

Bates White is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and does not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, protected veteran status, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and you need an accommodation or other assistance during the application process, please call our Human Resources department at (202) 408-6110 or email your request to careers@bateswhite.com. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Download the Know your Rights Poster for more information.

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