Corporate Communications Analyst

Collaborative. Respectful. A place to dream and do. These are just a few words that describe what life is like at Toyota. As one of the world’s most admired brands, Toyota is growing and leading the future of mobility through innovative, high-quality solutions designed to enhance lives and delight those we serve. We’re looking for talented team members who want to Dream. Do. Grow. with us.

Who we're looking for

Toyota’s Corporate Communications Department is looking for a passionate, highly motivated Corporate Communications Analyst.
 
The primary responsibility of this role is to support Toyota Motor Manufacturing Texas (Toyota Texas) external affairs/communications, media relations, community relations and civic engagement, local government relations, executive support, and sustainable development activities that promote Toyota Texas as a good corporate citizen and an
employer of choice.
 
Reporting to the Corporate Communications Manager, the person in this role will support the department's objectives of promoting Toyota’s reputation as a modern and agile manufacturing leader while creating a positive influence in the community by strengthening relationships with external stakeholders through strategic communication and public relations.

What you’ll be doing

• Developing communication plans, press releases, feature stories, executive remarks, scripts, etc.
• Supporting external activities, relationships, and events
• Analyzing and making recommendations for the philanthropic budget, partnerships, and volunteer events, including support for the Driving Possibilities initiative
• Working across internal administrative and manufacturing departments to develop and carry out communications and media activities
• Facilitating media and speaking requests and events• Supporting crisis communications needs
• Assisting with developing and executing strategies that build and maintain local and regional stakeholder relationships, including supporting plant leadership’s engagement in these activities
• Collaborating with Internal Communications to ensure consistent messaging

What you bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a closely related field, or equivalent professional work experience
• 2+ years public relations experience, including creating communication plans, press releases, story development, executive speeches, briefing documents, presentations, events, etc.
• Demonstrated expertise in written and verbal communication and presentation skills
• Event planning and execution experience
• Previous experience leveraging project management principles
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 10% of the time
• Ability and willingness to occasionally work after hours and weekends

Added bonus if you have

• Advanced degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a closely related field
• Automotive or manufacturing industry experience
• Experience working with/at a public relations, marketing agency or with media outlets

What we’ll bring

During your interview process, our team can fill you in on all the details of our industry-leading benefits and career development opportunities. A few highlights include:

• A work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect

• Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career, as well as tuition reimbursement

• Team Member Vehicle Purchase Discount

• Toyota Team Member Lease Vehicle Program (if applicable)

• Comprehensive health care and wellness plans for your entire family

• Toyota 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match, as well as an annual retirement contribution from Toyota regardless of whether you contribute

• Paid holidays and paid time off

• Referral services related to prenatal services, adoption, childcare, schools, and more

• Tax Advantaged Accounts (Health Savings Account, Health Care FSA, Dependent Care FSA)