Hyundai Translead
Hyundai Translead
1,001 – 5,000 Employees
LogisticsManufacturingTransport
Hyundai Translead manufactures transportation equipment for the North American logistics industry. Its product range includes dry vans, refrigerated vans, truck bodies, flatbeds, chassis, and dollies, supporting the movement of goods across supply chains. Founded in 1989 and associated with Hyundai Motor Group, the company emphasizes durable design, manufacturing quality, and practical performance in commercial transport.

Senior Lead Corporate Affairs Partner – Joliet, IL (Hybrid)

Lead Hyundai Translead’s corporate affairs efforts supporting its Illinois operations through public affairs, communications, media relations, and stakeholder engagement. Advise executives and oversee community, government, media, and crisis communications.

Description

  • Direct stakeholder engagement strategies and build relationships with government officials, community organizations, educational institutions, industry groups, business associations, media representatives, and other external partners
  • Create and implement public affairs, community relations, and corporate communications strategies that support organizational goals and strengthen Hyundai Translead’s reputation
  • Oversee executive communications, public statements, press releases, briefing documents, stakeholder messages, and other high-visibility content
  • Act as the senior communications lead for major company announcements, community programs, executive engagements, media issues, and public affairs initiatives
  • Counsel leadership on communications planning, stakeholder engagement, media relations, reputation management, and emerging public affairs matters
  • Direct media relations, including executive interviews, speaking opportunities, media inquiries, and external communications
  • Track and evaluate public, industry, legislative, and media developments that may affect operations, reputation, or stakeholder relationships
  • Build and manage strategic partnerships that support community engagement, public affairs, and business priorities
  • Direct crisis communications planning and response, including message development, stakeholder coordination, media engagement, and post-event assessment
  • Lead complex cross-functional projects with substantial organizational visibility, uncertainty, and stakeholder impact
  • Define communication standards, processes, and governance practices to promote consistent and effective messaging
  • Offer subject matter expertise, coaching, and guidance on corporate affairs, communications, stakeholder engagement, and public affairs
  • Maintain compliance with applicable laws, company policies, communication procedures, brand standards, and approval requirements
  • Perform additional duties as assigned

Requirements

  • Live within a 200-mile driving radius of the Joliet, Illinois facility
  • Hold a bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, or a related discipline, or have an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Have at least 10 years of progressive experience in corporate affairs, public affairs, corporate communications, media relations, stakeholder engagement, community relations, or a related area
  • Demonstrate expertise in strategic communications, public affairs, media relations, executive communications, stakeholder engagement, and crisis management
  • Have led enterprise-wide or high-visibility communications, public affairs, or stakeholder engagement programs involving executives, cross-functional teams, external stakeholders, or public audiences
  • Have advised executive or senior leaders on communications strategy, reputation management, stakeholder engagement, and complex business matters
  • Demonstrate the ability to influence without direct authority, address ambiguous or sensitive communications challenges, and deliver results across stakeholders and functions
  • Have experience developing communication strategies, operating plans, governance standards, and process improvements
  • Be proficient with Microsoft 365, SharePoint, Viva Engage, media monitoring tools, and press release distribution platforms
  • Be able to travel up to 25%, including local and domestic travel; overnight travel may be required
  • OEM or commercial transportation industry experience is preferred
  • Hyundai Translead will communicate with candidates only through @hyundaitranslead.com email addresses

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage with premiums fully paid by the company
  • 401(k) plan with a 4% employer match
  • Flexible spending accounts for additional financial flexibility
  • Grocery allowance
  • Pet insurance

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