Senior Specialist - Communications Strategy (Hybrid)

There’s never been a more exciting time to join United Airlines. We’re on a path towards becoming the best airline in the history of aviation. Our shared purpose – Connecting People, Uniting the World – is about more than getting people from one place to another. It also means that as a global company that operates in hundreds of locations around the world with millions of customers and tens of thousands of employees, we have a unique responsibility to uplift and provide opportunities in the places where we work, live and fly, and we can only do that with a truly diverse and inclusive workforce. And we’re growing – in the years ahead, we’ll hire tens of thousands of people across every area of the airline. Our careers include a competitive benefits package aimed at keeping you happy, healthy and well-traveled. From employee-run "Business Resource Group" communities to world-class benefits like parental leave, 401k and privileges like space available travel, United is truly a one-of-a-kind place to work. Are you ready to travel the world?

Our Corporate Communications team brings our uniquely United story to life with the public, our customers and employees, across the world. From internal communications and newsletters to public and media relations campaigns, and social media strategy, we’re sharing our story with the world in a way that’s clear, consistent and inspiring. Get your pen ready, and help us continue to write our next chapter.

This is a Chicago-based, hybrid position that will require on average two days per week in the office.

Key Responsibilities:

The Senior Specialist of Communications Strategy and Planning will support the strategy and planning team in developing integrated communications strategies and plans to further United's reputation with key audiences. This role will also support the overall strategy for executive communications.

• Work with other members of the team on cross functional plans and initiatives
• Support in division wide projects to ensure planning and outputs are delivered on time
• Maintain planning calendars and plans for overall planning team and Executive Communications
• Writing, editing speeches letters, scripts, memos and other communications for key executives
• Assist with creating communications materials for executives including the CEO for speaking events, field visits and interviews
• Assist in developing creative, thoughtful and impactful proactive communications activities to build United’s reputation

United values diverse experiences, perspectives, and we encourage everyone who meets the minimum qualifications to apply. While having the “desired” qualifications make for a stronger candidate, we encourage applicants who may not feel they check ALL of those boxes! We are always looking for individuals who will bring something new to the table!

What’s needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications):

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship
• Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position
• 3+ years of related experience
• Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualification
• Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, English or a related field
• Experience in project management and developing communications strategy across organizations
• Must be a creative thinker and have project management experience, and be able to collaborate with all areas of the company

What will help you propel from the pack (Preferred Qualifications):

• Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills with a focus on teamwork
• Successful at navigating ambiguity and complex concepts
• Ability to effectively work and interact with executive level management
• A self-starter with the ability to plan and prioritize in a fast-paced environment

United Airlines is an equal opportunity employer. United Airlines recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, age, veteran status and other protected status as required by applicable law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions. Please contact [email protected] to request accommodation