Hanwha Philly Shipyard · 18 hours ago
Communications Specialist
Philadelphia, PA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expHanwha Philly Shipyard is seeking a Communications Specialist to serve as a key liaison to local schools, nonprofit organizations, and civic groups. The role involves managing social media, supporting talent and recruiting communications, and developing community engagement strategies.
Shipbuilding
Responsibilities
Collaborate with content specialist and designer to develop and schedule compelling, audience-tailored content across LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and X
Write engaging and professional copy to highlight company milestones, talent initiatives, shipbuilding progress, and industry news
Monitor social media activity, respond to engagement, and identify opportunities to expand reach and visibility
Track trends and implement creative approaches to grow brand awareness and digital presence
Serve as the primary communications liaison between the Communications team and Talent, Training, and Recruiting, ensuring alignment between workforce priorities and enterprise messaging
Support the development and activation of the company’s Employee Value Proposition (EVP) by capturing and promoting authentic employee stories, career pathways, and workplace culture
Leverage recruiting and training content to inform and execute social media and digital content strategies that enhance employer brand visibility and engagement
Collaborate on messaging and materials for workforce development programs and events, including recruiting fairs, training programs, apprenticeships, and school partnerships
Manage communications-related logistics and coordination for onboarding programs, apprenticeship graduations, job fairs, and school engagement activities, ensuring a consistent and professional brand experience
Develop and implement HPSI’s community engagement strategy aligned with core themes: Sustainability, Talent & Recruiting, and Good Neighbor
Serve as primary contact for local schools, nonprofits, community partners, and chambers of commerce
Organize and manage logistics for volunteer efforts, school visits, and Navy Yard programs
Support HPSI’s participation in Navy Yard events and maintain relationships with Navy Yard leadership and partners
Plan and execute HPSI-sponsored events, handling logistics, vendor coordination, setup, and materials
Collaborate with the Communications team to promote community initiatives across internal and external channels
Assist with development and distribution of internal communications using the company’s internal email platform
Contribute content for internal and external communications such as newsletters, leadership updates, and marketing collateral
Support filming and photography needs for media and promotional use
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, or a related field
5–7 years of communications experience; prior experience in a corporate or industrial environment is a plus
Strong writing, proofreading, and editorial skills with an eye for detail and tone
Professional demeanor with confidence engaging leadership, media, and community stakeholders
Highly organized, self-starter with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
Strong interpersonal skills and collaborative mindset
Familiarity with social media platforms and analytics tools; experience with content scheduling platforms is a plus
Willingness to support occasional early mornings, evenings, or weekend events (at least once a month)
Visual storytelling skills (e.g., photography, videography, Canva, Adobe Creative Suite) are a strong plus
Knowledge of the Philadelphia community and nonprofit ecosystem is preferred
Comfortable with hands-on event setup, logistics, and vendor management
Proactive communicator with strong writing skills, executive presence, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, corporate environment
Able to effectively communicate across all levels of the organization, both verbally and written
Adaptability and a solutions-oriented mindset, with the flexibility to pivot quickly in response to shifting priorities or emerging opportunities
Passionate about making a difference and improving processes
Flexibility is essential
A strong grasp of logistics and communication workflows
Comfortable working with both internal and external teams, and brings a thoughtful, organized approach to high-visibility engagements
Exceptional writing, proofreading, and editorial skills
Strong critical thinking skills and ability to work independently as a self-starter
Process-oriented, highly organized, and able to manage multiple deadlines
Strong interpersonal skills, team orientation, and a collaborative mindset
Creative thinking
Integrity
Willingness and ability to work as a team member
Company
Hanwha Philly Shipyard
Hanwha Philly Shipyard is a shipbuilding company that constructs vessels for operations.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2024-06-20Acquired
Recent News
2025-12-26
2025-12-25
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