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Corporate Communication - Manager

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About Cognizant Corporate

Cognizant Corporate is a global community united by a shared purpose: to make a meaningful impact. We are committed to excellence and driven by outcomes that matter. Collaboration is at the heart of how we work, and our forward-thinking mindset fuels continuous learning, innovation, and growth.

At Cognizant, careers transcend titles. We empower our people to think strategically, inspire others, and lead with purpose, always guided by our core values. Join us in shaping the future of business. Could you be the one to make a difference?

About the Role

As a Service Delivery Manager (Internal Communications Manager) within the Industry Solutions Group (ISG), you will lead end-to-end communications for the service line, acting as a strategic advisor to senior leaders and stakeholders. You will drive communication strategies that align with business priorities, enhance employee engagement, support executive thought leadership and service line PR efforts, and strengthen Cognizant's culture and brand presence.

You will collaborate with business leaders, HR, and cross-functional teams to develop impactful communications that connect employees with business goals while fostering engagement and organizational visibility.

In This Role, You Will

  • Develop and execute annual and quarterly communication strategies aligned to business priorities and measure their effectiveness.
  • Partner with business leaders, HR, and cross-functional teams to manage communications for organizational announcements, change initiatives, launches, and key programs.
  • Create compelling business, people, and culture narratives that bring Cognizant’s vision, values, and strategy to life.
  • Identify and amplify impactful stories, including employee achievements, innovation, client success stories, and leadership perspectives.
  • Support executive communications, thought leadership initiatives, leadership visibility programs, and social media content development, including LinkedIn communications.

What You Must Have to Be Considered

  • Bachelor’s or master’s degree in journalism, Creative Writing, English Language, Communications, or a related field.
  • 12+ years of experience in Corporate Communications, Internal Communications, or related communication functions.
  • Exceptional writing, editing, proofreading, presentation, and storytelling skills.
  • Demonstrated experience developing communication strategies and delivering measurable business outcomes.
  • Proven ability to partner with senior leaders and provide strategic communications counsel within a global, matrixed organization.
  • Strong stakeholder management, relationship-building, collaboration, project management, and organizational skills.
  • Experience communicating effectively with geographically dispersed employee populations.
  • Ability to navigate ambiguity, manage multiple priorities, and independently drive initiatives from concept through execution.

These Will Help You Succeed

  • Experience supporting executive thought leadership and leadership visibility initiatives.
  • Proficiency with digital communication and social media platforms, including LinkedIn and employee engagement channels.
  • Experience identifying, curating, and promoting impactful business and culture stories.
  • Strong analytical mindset with a data-driven approach to communications.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel.
  • HTML knowledge and experience with digital communications tools.

Work Model

We believe hybrid work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a hybrid position located in Chennai, requiring employees to work from a Cognizant office 3 to 4 days per week. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our various wellbeing programs.

Work Authorization

Must be legally authorized to work in the country without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.

We're excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don't hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the minimum requirements listed. Think about your transferable experiences and unique skills that make you stand out as someone who can bring new and exciting perspectives to this role.

About Cognizant: 
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, bridging the gap between AI investment and enterprise value by building full-stack AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process and engineering expertise enables us to build an organization’s unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential, drive tangible outcomes and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at cognizant.ai or @cognizant.

Additional employment information
Compensation information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Benefits that help you thrive and grow

Our benefits program is built with you in mind—so you can enjoy a fulfilling, balanced and healthy life.

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Financial wellbeing

We regularly review market data to ensure compensation reflects the value you bring. Your benefits extend beyond pay and may include retirement plans, financial education, etc.

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Physical and mental health

We empower you to prioritize your wellbeing through paid time off, flexible working where possible, healthcare plans, counselling, our Mental Health Allyship program and more. 

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Your career, your way

With 350,000+ roles at Cognizant, you’ll have opportunities explore new technologies, industries and locations—and build the skills you need to grow your career.

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Real-world impact

Think about the biggest brands you rely on. Chances are, they rely on us to help strengthen their business. Here, you’ll turn bold ideas into solutions that improve lives everywhere.

Your path to Cognizant

Here’s what you can expect from our hiring process. Please keep in mind that it may vary by role and location. Explore our FAQs to learn more.

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Step 1: Apply to the right opportunity

Find an open role that matches your skills and career goals and show us why you’re the person for the job. Don’t see the right opportunity? Consider joining our Talent Community.

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Step 2: Connect with your recruiter

If one of our recruiters sees a fit, they’ll set up a short intro call to learn more about you and how your experiences and skills match the role.

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Step 3: Show off your skills

If you and our team would like to continue the process, you’ll interview with our hiring team. Some roles may also require technical assessments and/or client interviews.

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Step 4: Decision time

Our team will then review each candidates’ potential to succeed in the role. This step may take some time because we want to find the right fit for both you and us—but you can count on us to keep you updated.

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