Responsibilities

• Communications Strategy & Leadership
• - Develop and implement an integrated corporate communications strategy that advances the company's brand, mission and business goals.
• - Partner with senior executives to align messaging across all functions, ensuring consistency and clarity throughout the organization.
• - Manage communications budget, third party relationships and vendor contracts to maximize efficiency and impact.
• - Proactively identify reputational risks, develop mitigation strategies and advise leadership on sensitive communications matters.
• - Manage communications during regulatory, legal, or operational incidents to protect the organization's reputation and stakeholder trust.
• Media Relations & Public Affairs
• - Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with journalists, editors and media outlets across print, broadcast and digital channels.
• - Serve as a primary company spokesperson and media contact; prepare and coach executives for press interactions, interviews and public speaking engagements.
• - Oversee the development and distribution of press releases, media statements, bylines and thought leadership content.

Requirements

• - Bachelor’s degree in communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
• - 10+ years of progressive experience in corporate communications, public relations, or a related discipline, with at least 3–5 years in a leadership role.
• - Prior experience working within an insurance organization is required (e.g., carrier, reinsurer, MGA, broker, or related insurance/financial services entity).
• - Demonstrated track record managing complex media relationships and driving earned media coverage at a national or global scale.
• - Proven experience leading crisis communications, including developing response protocols and managing high-stakes situations under pressure.
• - Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft executive-level narratives and simplify complex topics for diverse audiences.
• - Strong executive presence with experience advising C-suite leaders and building trust at the highest organizational levels.

Preferred

• Experience in the insurance, financial services, or professional services sector.
• Familiarity with digital communications platforms, content management systems and social media monitoring tools.
• Experience with investor relations communications or ESG/sustainability reporting.
• Multilingual proficiency or experience supporting global communications programs.