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The Communications Coordinator plays a critical role in keeping Claire’s store teams informed, engaged, and aligned with corporate initiatives. This role is responsible for developing and delivering clear, consistent, and brand-right communications that drive operational excellence, support key business priorities, and strengthen the connection between corporate leadership and our store-level team members across North America.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
1. Strategic Message Development
Craft clear, concise, and on-brand messages that translate corporate priorities into actionable guidance for store teams.
Ensure communications reflect Claire’s tone of voice and inspire engagement from a diverse retail audience.
Utilize standardized templates and distribution lists to deliver timely, professional messaging to stores, District Sales Managers, and regional leaders.
2. Internal Communication Management
Develop and distribute internal newsletters, memos, and announcements to keep teams informed of promotions, policy updates, operational changes, and company news.
Maintain a communication calendar to ensure consistent cadence and timely delivery of critical updates.
3. Cross-Functional Collaboration
Partner closely with Operations, HR, Marketing, Visual Merchandising, and Training to ensure alignment and consistency across all messages.
Serve as a liaison between store teams and corporate office, collecting feedback to improve communication effectiveness.
Collaborate with internal French translator to ensure Quebec-compliant, bilingual communications are distributed promptly.
4. Content Creation & Editing
Draft and edit content for internal platforms, including SOPs, training materials, leadership messages, and event announcements.
Ensure all content is accurate, clear, visually appealing, and consistent with Claire’s brand identity.
5. Field Communication Support
Provide guidance on best practices for urgent or sensitive issues (e.g., system outages, product recalls, policy changes).
Support field leaders in delivering consistent, motivating messaging to store teams.
6. Feedback & Reporting
Collect and analyze feedback from the field to measure communication reach, clarity, and engagement.
Track open rates, engagement, and completion metrics to inform future communication strategies.
7. Professional Conduct
Support and adhere to all company policies, procedures, and guidelines.
Flexibility to work varying days and hours based on business needs.
Perform other duties and projects as assigned.
Travel to stores as needed to strengthen communication effectiveness and build relationships.
Required Knowledge & Skills
Associate degree in Communications, Business, or related field (Bachelor’s preferred).
2+ years of experience in communications, internal communications, or retail operations.
Proven ability to work independently with minimal supervision while collaborating cross-functionally.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with a keen eye for detail and brand consistency.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and communication platforms (e.g., Teams, Outlook).
Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Experience supporting communications for a retail or multi-unit organization strongly preferred.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to connect with diverse audiences.
Willingness to travel occasionally for meetings, store visits, or training.
Claire’s is committed to adhering to all applicable company policies and federal, state, and local laws and regulations. All positions will be compensated at or above the legally mandated minimum wage for the location in which work is performed. The final compensation will be determined by various factors such as relevant work experience, education, certifications, skills, and geographic location.
Benefits for full-time employees included medical, dental, and vision insurance, voluntary welfare plans, bonus plan eligibility, 401(k) match, vacation time, sick time* and paid leave.
Benefits for part-time employees included voluntary welfare plans, 401(k) match, vacation time, sick time* and paid leave in required states.
*Sick Time: For the State of Washington, all employees will accrue paid sick time at the rate of 1 hour for every 30 hours worked.
Claire's is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and we encourage applications from members of all underrepresented groups, including those with disabilities. We will accommodate applicants' needs, upon request, throughout all stages of the recruitment process. Please inform us of the accommodation(s) that you may require.
Information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially. To request accommodation, please email [email protected]. Only messages sent for this purpose will be considered.
Claire's Hoffman Estates, Illinois, USA Office
2400 West Central Road, Hoffman Estates, Ilinois, United States, 60195
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