Responsibilities

• Develop and implement media and public relations strategies.
• Represent Centene at media and public events
• Oversee the development of target media lists, proposals for news stories, and coordinate media interviews and speaking opportunities with company executives
• Develop and communicate Centene’s strategic goals and tactical responses
• Ensure the media distribution of press clippings are timely and efficient and cover all relevant areas, issues and subsidiaries
• Analyze the reporting of industry and competitive news that impact the organization, its subsidiaries and/or the industry and recommend action plans
• Build and maintain relationships with key media partners and continuously grow the positive reputation of the corporation
• Work closely with CCO to develop and execute high-quality media programs from conception to execution to placement
• Develop strong relationships with trade, national and international media

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, or related field. 8+ years of media relations or public relations experience. Experience working in a managed care, insurance, or healthcare environment. Outstanding communications skills (oral, written, and presentation). Excellent organizational and planning skills; able to work quickly under pressure, managing and prioritizing multiple assignments. Demonstrated experience leading a team in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred

• Public or media relations agency experience is a plus.
• Experience pitching issues and stories to top-tier and trade media outlets.

Benefits

• Centene offers a comprehensive benefits package including: competitive pay, health insurance, 401K and stock purchase plans, tuition reimbursement, paid time off plus holidays, and a flexible approach to work with remote, hybrid, field or office work schedules. Actual pay will be adjusted based on an individual's skills, experience, education, and other job-related factors permitted by law , including full-time or part-time status. Total compensation may also include additional forms of incentives. Benefits may be subject to program eligibility.