About AsburyAsbury Automotive Group (NYSE: ABG) is a Fortune 500 company and one of the largest franchised automotive retailers in the United States. We are redefining the traditional dealership model through innovative technologies such as Clicklane and through our commitment to our team members, guests, and partners. Our culture which is grounded in our North Star and Compass and powered by our DRIVE values, focuses on the vision of becoming the Most Guest Centric Automotive Retailer. At Asbury, we work together to provide exceptional experiences for our guests while promoting a fun, supportive and inclusive environment where team members can thrive both personally and professionally. Based on our efforts, we have been recognized as one of the best places to work by both Newsweek and US News & World report.Do you enjoy writing and telling stories? Are you passionate about driving cultural change through effective communications? Do you want to make a lasting impact on employee engagement at a Fortune 500 company? If so, this job might be perfect for you!The Communications Specialist serves as a member of the Human Resources and Communications team at Asbury and supports company-wide communications initiatives. This person will be responsible for supporting the business units’ key objectives including bolstering the company’s image, developing and implementing effective communications to more than 16,000 employees across 15 states, working with media outlets, supporting increased collaboration across the company’s different departments, supporting dealerships and General Managers in implementing effective communications tools, and sharing stories and content throughout the organization.This role will report to the Head of Corporate Communications + PR with frequent interaction with the Human Resources team. The job is based at Asbury’s Corporate Headquarters in Sandy Springs, GA and may periodically require travel.Responsibilities: • · Managing and supporting internal communications channels • · Writing people stories to be published on internal and external communications channels • · Developing intranet content • · Writing internal and external promotional materials • · Managing media relationships and press inquiries • · Managing of video projects • · Social media content creation and management • · Assisting with executive communications, including presentations • · Assisting with national, dealership or market communications, including press releases • · Light graphic design work and ensuring materials meet brand standards • · Supporting key initiatives, including human resources, benefits, compensation, recruiting sustainability, safety, and diversity and inclusionJob Skills & Abilities: • · Excellent written, verbal and organizational skills required • · Excellent project management skills • · Great interviewer and storyteller • · Photography, videography and editing skills a plus • · Experience with social and traditional media • · Proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Creative Cloud and/or Canva • · Team player • · Proactive mindset • · A resourceful self-starterEducation and/or Experience: • · Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing or related field • · Two to four years of experience in communications/public relationsPay and Recognition: • Weekly pay • Paid holidays & paid time off • Deferred Holiday Pay Match • Paid training • Stock Awards (select management and front-line team member’s eligible)Insurance / Retirement: • Insurance: medical, vision, dental, accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity plans • Up to 12 weeks paid pregnancy leave (disability leave) • Paid Parental Leave • Health savings • Flex spending accounts (tax free) • Short-term and Long-term disability plans • Life Insurance (Whole Life and Term) • 401k with company matchLearning, Tuition Assistance and Career Development: • Digital career path tool to assist with career development • Continuous training through Asbury's Internal Learning Management SystemProfessional growth and development opportunities Additional advantages: • Student loan relief resources • Employee assistance program • Employee discounts on parts and service repairs • Scholarship awards • Opportunities to join our community service initiatives, which includes paid volunteer hours • Aggressive Employee referral program with bonus opportunitiesINDOTHERAsbury Automotive Group is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other protected category as defined by applicable laws. We prohibit discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics and affirm our commitment to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.