Stratfield is seeking a Communications Lead to support our client’s HRIS transformation initiatives across Workforce Management and Payroll. This role will partner closely with SMEs, Product Owners, and Corporate Communications to develop targeted, strategic communications that prepare stakeholders for upcoming changes.

This is a contract position, mostly remote, with occasional onsite meetings in Atlanta. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Responsibilities:

Strategize, write, and refine communications for multiple HRIS initiatives in partnership with SMEs, Product Owners, and Corporate Communications.
Understand change impacts to stakeholder groups and recommend an effective communications plan tailored to each audience.
Present and review communication plans with project teams, articulating the purpose and timing of each communication.
Develop a variety of communication assets including targeted communications, video scripts, and webpages.
Maintain and update project timelines using project management tools.

Build end‑to‑end communications timelines
Manage the distribution of communications to stakeholders for review and incorporate feedback.
Proactively monitor deadlines to ensure timely approvals.

Support additional change management needs including developing quick reference guides, FAQ documents, user guide updates, change impact assessments, and stakeholder analyses.
Partner with project and change teams to ensure communication efforts are aligned with broader change strategy.

Qualifications:
Required

Demonstrated experience in communication strategy and writing.
Strong stakeholder management capabilities.
Familiarity with change management fundamentals.
Proven project and timeline management skills.
Exceptional attention to detail across reviews, edits, and approvals.
Strong organizational skills and ability to deliver high‑quality work independently.

Preferred

HRIS / HR domain knowledge, especially familiarity with Workforce Management, Payroll, or similar HR systems.
Consulting experience supporting enterprise‑level transformation or communication initiatives.

What We Offer:

Competitive salary and benefits package.

Opportunities for professional growth and development.
Health insurance, retirement plan, and other benefits
A dynamic and inclusive work environment.

About Stratfield
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