Lead Employee Communications Specialist, Strategy & Governance

Dexcom

Full-time

San Diego, CA, US

$106k - $176k

About the job

The Company

Dexcom Corporation (NASDAQ DXCM) is a pioneer and global leader in continuous glucose monitoring (CGM). Dexcom began as a small company with a big dream: To forever change how diabetes is managed. To unlock information and insights that drive better health outcomes. Here we are 25 years later, having pioneered an industry. And we're just getting started. We are broadening our vision beyond diabetes to empower people to take control of health. That means personalized, actionable insights aimed at solving important health challenges. To continue what we've started: Improving human health.

We are driven by thousands of ambitious, passionate people worldwide who are willing to fight like warriors to earn the trust of our customers by listening, serving with integrity, thinking big, and being dependable. We've already changed millions of lives and we're ready to change millions more. Our future ambition is to become a leading consumer health technology company while continuing to develop solutions for serious health conditions. We'll get there by constantly reinventing unique biosensing-technology experiences. Though we've come a long way from our small company days, our dreams are bigger than ever. The opportunity to improve health on a global scale stands before us.

Meet the team:

Dexcom is seeking a proactive, strategic, and detail-oriented communications professional to elevate communication excellence, coordination, and governance across our Enterprise Communications team. This role reports to the Director of Enterprise Communications and plays a critical part in ensuring Dexcom’s communications are consistent, impactful, and aligned with our mission to empower people to take control of diabetes.

As a key member of the team, you will drive standards, processes, and tools that enable cohesive communication across the organization. From KPIs and playbooks to workflows and templates, you’ll help create a unified approach that strengthens Dexcom’s voice internally and externally across our channels.

The ideal candidate brings a growth mindset , thrives in a dynamic environment, and is passionate about driving communications excellence during a period of enterprise-wide transformation.

Where you come in:

  • You will define and champion best-in-class communications standards across Dexcom.
  • You will develop messaging frameworks, templates, and playbooks to ensure quality and consistency.
  • You measure and analyze communication effectiveness; adjust strategies based on insights and feedback.
  • You own and manage Dexcom’s internal communication channels (e.g., intranet, email platforms, digital signage, collaboration tools) and upskill teams through training and resources to drive alignment and excellence.
  • You create governance and standardize ways of using internal channels to operationalize across our global audiences.
  • You evaluate and implement best-in-class tools and technologies to enhance communication effectiveness and ensure channels are optimized for reach, engagement, and accessibility.
  • You establish and track KPIs for communications performance; develop dashboards and reporting tools to share insights with stakeholders and leaders, and use analytics to inform strategy and continuously improve communication impact.
  • You lead and manage enterprise-wide communication projects from planning to execution – including writing and creating comms plans, executive content for presentations, company-wide emails and posts.
  • You manage team’s comms request intake form / support tool to service other teams and departments across the business.
  • You coordinate cross-functional teams to deliver on time and within scope.
  • You maintain a centralized communications calendar for major initiatives and events.

What makes you successful:

  • You will have a Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or related field.
  • You have 8 years of communications experience, including executive communications.
  • You will be s trategic & growth-oriented: always looking for ways to improve and innovate.
  • You will be a daptable & resilient: comfortable navigating change and ambiguity.
  • You will be a c ollaborative influencer: skilled at building relationships and aligning cross-functional teams.
  • You will be r esults-driven: focused on measurable impact and engagement.
  • You will have exceptional writing and verbal communications skills with ability to develop and articulate clear messaging and content.
  • You have expertise with internal communication platforms such as SharePoint, Viva Engage, and digital signage.
  • You have strong PPT skills and experience creating compelling executive presentations.
  • You show ability to work cross-functionally in a complex, matrixed organization.

What you’ll get:

  • A front row seat to life changing CGM technology. Learn about our brave #dexcomwarriors community .
  • A full and comprehensive benefits program.
  • Growth opportunities on a global scale.
  • Access to career development through in-house learning programs and/or qualified tuition reimbursement.
  • An exciting and innovative, industry-leading organization committed to our employees, customers, and the communities we serve.

Travel Required:

  • 5-15%

Experience and Education Requirements:

Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 8-12 years of related experience.

  • At this level a graduate degree may be desirable with 4 years of related experience

Flex Workplace: Your primary location will be a home office. You will not have an assigned workstation and will work with your manager to determine office visit needs. You must live within commuting distance of your assigned Dexcom site (typically 75 miles/120km).

Please note: The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Management may, at its discretion, assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The duties and responsibilities in this job description may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Dexcom’s AAP may be viewed upon request by contacting Talent Acquisition at talentacquisition@dexcom.com.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact Dexcom Talent Acquisition at talentacquisition@dexcom.com.

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Salary:

$105,800.00 - $176,300.00