Communications Consultant II

HCSC Communications; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 56,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

HCSC Communications is seeking a skilled communications professional to develop, draft, edit, and execute communications for diverse audiences. You will collaborate with stakeholders and leadership to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and alignment with organizational goals.

The role requires juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment, with flexibility for overtime when needed. Strong writing, editing, and client-facing skills, plus proficiency in MS Office and Adobe Acrobat, are

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Public Relations or related field with 2 years communications experience, or 6 years corporate communications experience.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat.
• Confident in client interactions and influencing decisions.
• Willingness to work beyond core hours when needed.
• Strong writing and editing across various communications materials.
• Excellent organizational, project management and consulting skills.
• Able to handle highly confidential information with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Develop, draft, edit, and execute communications for internal and external audiences.
• Collaborate with stakeholders, SMEs, and leadership to align messaging with objectives.
• Manage multiple priorities and tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Maintain professionalism, flexibility, and strong customer service; overtime may be required.

Skills

Copy development and editing

Client interaction

Work under pressure

Project management

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office

Adobe Acrobat

Flexible hours

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Journalism/PR or related field

6 years of corporate communications experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

At HCSC, our employees are the cornerstone of our business and the foundation to our success. We empower employees with curated development plans that foster growth and promote rewarding, fulfilling careers.

Join HCSC and be part of a purpose-driven company that will invest in your professional development.

Responsible for developing, drafting, editing, and executing communications for diverse internal and external audiences. Collaborates with key stakeholders, subject matter experts, and leadership to ensure communications are accurate, timely, and aligned with organizational objectives. Manages multiple priorities and rapidly changing deadlines in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a high level of professionalism, flexibility, attention to detail, and customer service. May require overtime to meet business needs and project deadlines.

Required Job Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Public Relations or other communications-related field and 2 years of communications experience, including copy development and editing OR 6 years of corporate communications experience.
• Strong ability to work under pressure and short timelines; ability to handle multiple projects with shifting deadlines simultaneously.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat.
• Ability to interact with clients with confidence. Adept and comfortable at influencing the decision-making process.
• Willingness to work beyond core hours when necessary to meet client requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to write and edit an array of communications materials for internal and external audiences.
• Strong organizational, project management and consulting skills.
• Ability to handle highly sensitive and confidential information; adept at handling situations with appropriateness and sensitivity to company culture/norms while influencing positive outcomes.
• Self-starter

#LI-Hybrid

Three days in office and two days remote.

Compensation:

Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location

HCSC Employment Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employment employer dedicated to providing a welcoming environment where the unique differences of our employees are respected and valued. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.

Compensation: $55,900.00 - $123,500.00

Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location

HCSC Employment Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employment employer dedicated to providing a welcoming environment where the unique differences of our employees are respected and valued. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.