Director, Internal Communications

ABOUT INSPIRE MEDICAL SYSTEMS 

Inspire is the first of its kind medical device designed to make a difference in the lives of those living with Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA). We are revolutionizing the sleep industry with our FDA-approved medical device, designed to reduce OSA severity for those who cannot tolerate or get consistent benefit from CPAP. Inspire Medical Systems is committed to enhancing patients’ lives through sleep innovation. We are steadfast in our commitment to prioritize patient outcomes, act with integrity and lead with respect. With positive persistence at our core, we are committed to all those we serve.

WHY JOIN OUR FAST-GROWING TEAM 

At Inspire, we value people – your diverse experiences, backgrounds, and thoughts. We elevate voices and encourage learning opportunities to build a professional network that grows into community. We embrace a people-first culture by offering hybrid work schedules, excellent benefits, 401k matching, ESPP, flexible time off (FTO), and tuition reimbursement. 

 If you’re passionate about making a difference in people’s lives and want to work with innovative technology, come be a part of our great team! 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

The Director, Internal Communications is responsible for the creation and execution of internal communication strategies that engage and inform our employees, foster a positive culture, support executive communication, and help drive business initiatives. Reporting to the Chief People Officer, this individual will build strong partnerships across Inspire to support internal communication needs throughout the organization. This is an individual contributor role which will partner closely with the CEO and Executive Leadership Team, and all functions including HR, Marketing/P.R., Finance, Investor Relations, Legal/Compliance, Product Development/Technology, Sales, and Operations teams.

OPPORTUNITIES YOU WILL HAVE IN THIS ROLE

• Develop strategy and execution of communications initiatives, leveraging a strong understanding of business objectives and organizational dynamics.
• Collaborate with leadership to craft and deliver key messages, ensuring consistent and transparent communication across all levels of the organization.
• Partner with stakeholders to evolve and manage the overall strategy for Inspire’s intranet, including content creation or management. Make recommendations to ensure employees can easily find company information.
• Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft compelling messages tailored to a variety of audiences. Tailor writing voice to draft key messages in the tone and style of the intended author.
• Lead internal communications planning and execution which could include areas such as:
• Executive communications
• Organizational changes
• Employee town halls
• Culture and Values
• Employee pay and benefits
• Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging
• Employee intranet
• Regulatory, legal, or compliance issues
• Change management for key business initiatives
• Community service/corporate giving
• Company events such as milestone celebrations and other key meetings
• Act as a “quarterback” in key communication situations, orchestrating resources and stakeholders to operate collectively towards the desired outcome.
• Support internal partners who lead specific aspects of communication to our Field employee team to ensure it is well-planned and integrates with overall corporate messaging and timelines.
• Serve as a key advisor to leadership on communication best practices.
• Monitor and analyze the effectiveness of internal communications initiatives using metrics and feedback, making data-driven recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Demonstrate knowledge of industry trends and best practices in internal communications, applying innovative approaches to engage various audiences.
• Demonstrate expertise evaluating, implementing, and leveraging digital communication tools and platforms.
  
  

WHAT YOU CAN BRING TO OUR GREAT TEAM

Required: 

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, or related field
• Minimum 8-10 years’ experience in internal communications, including 2 years with executive communications.
• Excellent written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work strategically to create high-level communications strategies and plans, then dive deeper to be hands-on in execution of drafting communications and getting work done.
• Experience creating communication strategies to support employee engagement and culture.
• Experience with intranet strategies and execution.
• Strong collaborator with leaders and partners of all levels and experiences.
• Knowledge of change management and employee engagement strategies.
• Self-starter with strong project management and organizational skills.
• Familiarity with digital communication tools and platforms.
  
  

Preferred: 

• Previous experience in the med-tech, med device, or other heavily regulated industry.
• Experience with internal communications in a publicly-traded company.
  
  

SALARY

The salary for this position is expected to be between $151,600 - $225,000 and will be offered at a level consistent with the experience and qualifications of the candidate. This information reflects the anticipated salary range for this position at the time of posting. The salary range may be modified in the future and actual compensation may vary from the posting based on various factors such as geographic location, work experience, education and/or skill level.

BENEFITS AND OTHER COMPENSATION

Inspire offers a highly competitive benefits package including (general description of the benefits and other compensation offered):

• Multiple health insurance plan options.
• Employer contributions to Health Savings Account.
• Dental, Vision, Life and Disability benefits.
• 401k plan employer match.
• Identity Protection.
• Flexible time off.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Employee Assistance program.
• All employees have the opportunity to participate in the ownership and success of Inspire. Employees at all levels can participate through equity awards and the Employee Stock Purchase Program.
  
  

Inspire Medical Systems provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, military or veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy or childbirth, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. This policy applies to all aspects of the employment relationship, including recruitment, hiring, compensation, promotion, transfer, disciplinary action, layoff, return from layoff, training, and social and recreational programs. Inspire Medical Systems complies with applicable laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which Inspire Medical Systems has facilities. All such employment decisions will be made without unlawfully discriminating on any prohibited basis. 

 

Inspire Medical Systems is an  equal opportunity  employer with recruitment efforts focused on ensuring a diverse workforce. Applicants with a disability that need accommodation to complete the Inspire Medical Systems application process should contact Human Resources at 844-672-4357 or email careers@inspiresleep(dot)com  

 

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