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Full-Time

Internal Communication Leader

Hybrid

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Axon

Axon

1,001-5,000 employees

Public safety technology for law enforcement

Consulting
Hardware
Government & Public Sector
Aerospace

Compensation Overview

$104k - $156kAnnually

+ Bonus + Stock Awards

Senior, Expert

Boston, MA, USA

Category
Human Resources
People & HR
Required Skills
Sales
Communications
Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A)
Marketing
Requirements
  • 5+ years in strategic communications, focusing on internal communications and engagement.
  • Proven experience with comprehensive internal communication strategies and innovative tools.
  • Understanding of focus market and key audiences for product communications.
  • Strategic thinker and team player passionate about impactful communications.
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to build credible relationships.
  • Skilled at finding practical solutions to complex challenges.
  • Proven track record in crisis management and quick issue resolution.
  • Strong writing skills, familiar with press release writing and AP style format.
Responsibilities
  • Lead and execute an overall integrated internal communications foundational framework identifying appropriate ways of working across the organization.
  • Develop new and improve existing tools (e.g., town halls, Slack channels, intranet, newsletters) to support employee experience and awareness of key business initiatives and company purpose and values.
  • Partner with the rest of the culture team to build greater connection across our employee base and foster greater passion and excitement for our business progress, mission and connection to our executives.
  • Identify and execute field/sales communication best practices; Establish themselves as a subject matter area expert in internal communication, providing counsel to executives and partnership with our sales and marketing organizations to support greater engagement and connection to information for our field based employees.
  • Ensure diversity in thought and voice across our executives to our employee base, identifying appropriate voice and support in drafting content and establishing forums for executives to have greater connections to employee base.
  • Bridge divides and celebrate differences across employee experiences, locations, tenures and levels.
  • Support our talent acquisition and people operations teams in communications needs, including external communications initiatives and owned content to pull through recruitment campaigns, thought leadership and other key imperatives of the function to both our employees and in collaboration with our corporate communications teams, the public.
  • Ensure alignment of internal and external messaging and work across the communications organization to support the team with core messaging and counsel and review of implementation.
  • Routinely measure success for raising the profile and awareness of the Axon suite of products in alignment with broader brand strategies and the vision and goals of communications plans.

Axon provides technology solutions aimed at improving public safety and law enforcement effectiveness. Their product range includes smart weapons like TASER devices, body-worn cameras, in-car video systems, and software for managing evidence and enhancing situational awareness. These products work by integrating hardware and software to help law enforcement agencies capture, store, and analyze data effectively. Axon stands out from competitors by offering a combination of hardware and software-as-a-service (SaaS) solutions, which provide ongoing revenue through subscriptions. The company's goal is to enhance safety and accountability in public safety operations, ensuring that law enforcement agencies have the tools they need to protect communities.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$246M

Headquarters

Scottsdale, Arizona

Founded

1993

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

8%

1 year growth

8%

2 year growth

8%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Axon's leadership in public safety technology is reinforced by its continuous innovation and expansion, such as the integration of Dedrone's drone security solutions.
  • The company's strong financial performance, evidenced by a 34% revenue increase, indicates robust growth and stability.
  • Axon's new AI-powered software for automating police reports demonstrates its commitment to leveraging cutting-edge technology to improve operational efficiency for law enforcement agencies.

What critics are saying

  • The integration of Dedrone's technology may present challenges in terms of operational and cultural alignment, potentially impacting innovation.
  • Axon faces competition from companies like Brinc, which are expanding their offerings in public safety technology, potentially eroding Axon's market share.

What makes Axon unique

  • Axon's comprehensive suite of public safety products, including TASER devices, body-worn cameras, and advanced software solutions, sets it apart from competitors who may focus on a narrower range of offerings.
  • The company's SaaS model for evidence management and data analytics provides a recurring revenue stream, ensuring financial stability and continuous innovation.
  • Axon's recent acquisition of Dedrone enhances its capabilities in drone security, positioning it as a leader in integrated public safety technology.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision

Fitness Programs

Mental Health

Pre-Tax Savings (401k, HSA, FSA)

Annual Bonuses

Stocks

Remote Work

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Room to Grow

Leadership Development Program

Learning and Development