Communications Specialist

Position Summary

This role is focused primarily on internal communications, with a strong emphasis on writing and project management, as well as event planning and other activities within a highly dynamic Corporate Communications function. Performs other duties as assigned, including those pertaining to media relations, charitable giving, community relations, and other external communications efforts.

Responsibilities

Internal Communications

• Develops timely, relevant, and high-impact internal communications, which include employee newsletter articles, organizational announcements, intranet posts, presentations, and more.
• Edits and proofreads documents to verify accuracy and effectiveness in conveying key messages, and for grammar, spelling, and typographical errors.
• Coordinates internal communication regarding community relations events, as a key event planner on the team.
• Responsible for creating communication plans (i.e., stakeholders, audience, vehicles, timelines) aligned with the communications/business strategy.
• Partners with business leaders to provide recommendations on internal communications and related initiatives.
• Leverages employee feedback channels, monitors real-time feedback, analyzes data, and makes recommendations to continuously improve communication approaches.
• Serves as communications liaison for social committee groups.
• Researches new, innovative, and Best Practice methods to enhance internal communications.

External Communications/Media Relations

• Writes media communications such as alerts and news releases.
• Partners with Social Media to assist with content creation.
• Partners with internal business leaders to provide recommendations on external communication opportunities in support of business objectives.
• Attends networking and company-sponsored events as a representative for Combined Insurance.