Senior Corporate Communications Specialist at CHU Underwriting Agencies | Maryland, USA

CHU Underwriting Agencies

Senior Corporate Communications Specialist

Maryland, USA (Hybrid)

Salary Not AvailableSenior Level4+ years expFull time

Posted 2 months ago

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Job Summary

Own a multi-faceted corporate communications program that protects and grows brand trust across reputation, media, crisis, internal engagement, and program analytics.

Strategic Communications: shape multi-audience narratives and executive storytelling to influence perception and trust.
Media & Crisis: serve as main media liaison, manage press relations, and lead crisis planning with proactive monitoring.
Internal Communications: drive engaging internal channels and stakeholder partnerships with clear, consistent messaging.

Job Description

Responsibilities:

Strategic Communications & Reputation: Lead and execute a multi-channel communications strategy to build, enhance, and protect the company’s reputation across diverse audiences (B2G, B2B, B2C and beyond).
Media, Press & Executive Communications: Act as the primary media contact, managing press relations, storytelling, and supporting executives with interviews, presentations, and key messaging.
Crisis & Reputation Management: Own crisis communications planning and response, while proactively monitoring media, social channels, and public sentiment to safeguard brand reputation.
Internal Comms & Stakeholder Engagement: Drive engaging internal communications (including town halls) and build strong relationships with employees, industry bodies, and key external stakeholders.
Content, Reporting & Operations: Oversee high-quality content creation, manage agency partners and budgets, and deliver insights through reporting on performance, media coverage, and engagement.

Requirements:

4–6 years in corporate communications, public relations, or a similar field, ideally within insurance or financial services.
Experience: 4–6 years in corporate communications, public relations, or a similar field, ideally within insurance or financial services.
Communication Skills: Exceptional written, editing, and verbal communication skills, with experience crafting thought leadership and managing media relations.
Reputation & Problem Solving: Proactive, solutions-focused thinker with a strong understanding of reputation management and the ability to perform under pressure.
Stakeholder Engagement: Skilled in building relationships across diverse audiences, including employees, media, and industry leaders, with a collaborative and adaptable approach.
Qualifications & Tools: Degree in Communications, PR, Journalism, or related field, with proficiency in intranet platforms and internal communication tools.

Benefits:

Work where suits you best - we are proud of our leading, inclusive and flexible hybrid work model
Real connection and interaction - we offer regular Company wide team & ConnecCHUn Days
Hard work deserves recognition - competitive salary packaging and annual bonus scheme
Grow your future savings - employer matched superannuation contributions
Take the stress out of the unexpected – access up to 4 extra flexible paid leave days for life’s ups and downs
Celebrate the joy of parenthood - 18 weeks paid parental leave
We support your charitable work - access to a paid volunteer day each year
Cut your monthly costs - paid SCI, Life Insurance and Travel Insurance
Grow with us - professional development and study assistance and study leave
Support when you need it most - extensive health and wellbeing initiatives

CHU Underwriting Agencies

CHU is Australia’s largest strata insurance underwriting agency; with insurance solutions for residents, commercial strata corporations, community associations and landlords.With over 300 people in the business, we are committed to empowering healthier and more resilient strata communities across Australia. Since pioneering the first strata plan insurance policy in 1978, CHU has been a trusted partner in enhancing and maintaining resilient community-owned properties throughout Australia. CHU continues to lead the sector with its tailored insurance solutions, deep industry insights, and commitment to the future of strata living.

Founded in 1978

North Sydney, New South Wales, AUS

237 employees (4 in marketing)

www.chu.com.au