Associate Specialist, Corporate Communications

Responsibilities

• Executive Communications
• Support the Executive Communications team in preparing materials for CEO speaking engagements, including conducting research, drafting talking points and briefing materials, and developing PowerPoint presentations.
• Draft internal staff communications on behalf of the CEO for review and approval.
• Assist with communications-related special projects for the Chief Marketing Officer, coordinating materials, timelines, and deliverables as needed.
• Employee Engagement & Internal Communications
• Support the development and production of the weekly employee newsletter, including gathering content, drafting articles, coordinating submissions, and preparing materials for distribution.
• Collaborate with HR and other departments to draft and distribute employee communications.
• Assist with the planning and coordination of employee engagement activities, including social events, staff meetings, and all-hands meetings.
• Maintain and update internal communications platforms, including the SHRM intranet, to ensure content is accurate, current, and accessible.
• Draft and coordinate internal and external communications related to SHRM news, organizational initiatives, and relevant events impacting SHRM audiences.

Requirements

• Education - High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, or a related field preferred, or relevant equivalent experience in lieu of a degree.
• Experience - Zero (0) to three (3) years of experience in corporate communications, public relations, marketing, or a related field.
• Education & Experience Requirements - Certifications - NA
• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities - Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to develop clear, concise, and engaging content for various audiences.
• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities - Strong editing and proofreading skills, with attention to grammar, accuracy, consistency, and tone.
• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities - Ability to organize multiple assignments, manage competing priorities, and meet established deadlines.
• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities - Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.
• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities - Familiarity with digital communications platforms, content management systems, and project management tools.
• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities - Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across departments and with various levels of management.

Preferred

• Experience drafting, editing, or coordinating written and digital communications preferred.
• Experience supporting communications projects, employee engagement activities, or events preferred.
• Experience with content management systems, intranet platforms, or project management tools preferred.

Benefits

• professional growth and development
• health, dental, vision, well-being, health savings, flexible spending, retirement, open leave, and annual discretionary bonus and incentives