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Head of Internal Communications

Checkr

San Francisco, CA
Full Time
Director
225k-289k
13 days ago

Job Description

About the Role

Checkr is building the data platform to power safe and fair decisions. Established in 2014, Checkr's innovative technology and robust data platform help customers assess risk and ensure safety and compliance to build trusted workplaces and communities. Checkr has over 100,000 customers including DoorDash, Coinbase, Lyft, Instacart, and Airtable. We're a team that thrives on solving complex problems with innovative solutions that advance our mission. Checkr is recognized on Forbes Cloud 100 2024 List and is a Y Combinator 2024 Breakthrough Company. Checkr is looking for a Head of Internal Communications as we prepare for an exciting next phase of growth. We seek a leader who understands the technology industry, thrives in a high growth environment, and can easily toggle between being a strategic leader and a doer. As the Head of Internal Communications, you will report directly to the Chief Operating Officer and work closely with other C-Suite members as well as our broader leadership team. You will help Checkr teammates understand our vision, goals, projects, and executive updates by leading strategic internal and executive communications programs. The ideal candidate will be a skilled storyteller with a knack for interpersonal skills and a passion for creating experiences. The role will build a strong culture of collaboration to create experiences that engage, connect, and inspire the community of employees.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute a strategic internal and executive communications plan, aligning messaging with the company's vision, mission, and product positioning.
  • Partner with Human Resources, Marketing, Product, R&D, and Leadership to execute communication initiatives from concept to delivery.
  • Produce employee communications delivered across a variety of channels.
  • Manage the company's internal communications by maintaining the editorial calendar, writing stories, shooting videos, and contributing to the intranet.
  • Support leadership and company meetings by helping craft messaging and programs through agenda setting, speaker selection, and logistics.
  • Develop the strategic narrative and thought leadership strategy leveraging executive leaders, customers, mission partners, and proprietary research.
  • Work cross-functionally with Product Marketing, Demand Generation & Brand Studio teams to ensure consistent and effective narrative representation across all channels.
  • Partner with the C-Suite on thought leadership and brand evangelism.

Requirements

  • 10+ years of experience writing in a corporate environment.
  • Experience managing a variety of corporate communications channels.
  • Strong executive communications experience, with the ability to tailor content for specific audiences and understand messaging, positioning, and stakeholder needs.
  • Comfort working with executives at all levels.
  • Fearless when embracing technology, including AI and other solutions to scale impact and enhance communication.
  • Organized and creative, able to adapt quickly and work at a fast pace to meet tight deadlines.

Nice to Have

  • Experience in technology industry communications.
  • Experience working in high growth environments.
  • Experience with internal and executive communications strategies.

Qualifications

  • Formal educational qualifications are not explicitly specified in the description.

Benefits & Perks

  • Learning and development allowance.
  • Competitive compensation and opportunity for advancement.
  • 100% medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Up to 25K reimbursement for fertility, adoption, and parental planning services.
  • Flexible PTO policy.
  • Monthly wellness stipend and home office stipend.
  • In-office perks such as lunch four times a week, commuter stipend, snacks and beverages.

Working at Checkr

Checkr values transparency, collaboration, innovation, and diversity. The company fosters a hybrid work environment with a focus on connection and teamwork, offering in-office perks and emphasizing a culture of openness and inclusivity.

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Job Details

Posted AtAug 27, 2025
Salary225k-289k
Job TypeFull Time
Work ModeRemote
ExperienceDirector

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About Checkr

Website

checkr.com

Location

San Francisco, CA

Industry

Custom Computer Programming Services

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