Communications Manager

Socket.dev; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salaried DOE

Long-Term Incentive Plan

Full-Time

Full Benefits Package Available

Job summary

Aspida Financial Services, LLC in Durham, NC is seeking a Communications Manager who can craft clear, engaging stories for internal and external audiences. You will own the Resource Center, translate complex retirement products into compelling messages, and collaborate with product, marketing, sales, and legal to support launches and campaigns.

The role requires 3–5+ years of experience, a bachelor’s degree, and exceptional writing.

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years of professional experience in communications or marketing.
• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing or related field.
• Exceptional writing and speaking skills.
• Knowledge of annuity insurance industry and products.
• Ability to create knowledge base articles for self-service.

Responsibilities

• Develop content across channels including website, blogs, emails, and product materials.
• Develop expertise in Aspida's retirement products and digital platform.
• Own and manage Aspida's Resource Center and ensure content is current.
• Translate complex concepts into clear, simple customer-focused messaging.
• Collaborate with Product Marketing, Product Management, Sales, Digital, Legal, and Compliance.
• Ensure all communications reflect Aspida's brand voice and compliance standards.
• Interview leaders to identify compelling stories and translate into messaging.
• Review, edit, and proofread communications for accuracy and consistency.
• Manage multiple writing projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Maintain editorial calendars and content plans.

Skills

Excellent writing skills

Interpersonal communication

Editorial judgment

Own your projects

Strong organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications or related field

Job description

Description

Aspida is a tech-driven, nimble insurance carrier. Backed by Ares Management Corporation, a leading global alternative asset manager, we offer simple and secure retirement solutions and annuity products with speed and precision. More than that, we're in the business of protecting dreams; those of our partners, our producers, and especially our clients. Our suite of products, available through our elegant and intuitive digital platform, focuses on secure, stable retirement solutions with attractive features and downside protection. A subsidiary of Ares Management Corporation (NYSE: ARES) acts as the dedicated investment manager, capital solutions and corporate development partner to Aspida. For more information, please visit www.aspida.com or follow them on LinkedIn.

Who We Are:

Sometimes, a group of people come together and create something amazing. They don't let egos get in the way. They don't settle for the status quo, and they don't complain when things get tough. Instead, they see a common vision for the future and each person makes an unspoken commitment to building that future together. That's the culture, the moxie, and the story of Aspida.

Our business focuses on annuities and life insurance. At first, it might not sound flashy, but that's why we're doing things differently than everyone else in our industry. We're dedicated to developing data-driven tech solutions, providing amazing customer experiences, and applying an entrepreneurial spirit to everything we do. Our work ethic is built on three main tenets: Get $#!+ Done, Do It with Moxie, and Have Fun. If this sounds like the place for you, read on, and then apply at aspida.com/careers.

What We Are Looking For:

We're searching for a Communications Manager who understands the power of great storytelling and the importance of creativity, consistency, and ownership. This role will be critical to our internal and external content, ensuring every piece of communication is clear, engaging, and tailored to the right audience.

The Communications Manager will own our Resource Center, serving as the steward of educational and product content that helps financial professionals and clients better understand Aspida's products and digital capabilities. We're looking for someone who can quickly develop deep knowledge of our suite of products, understand how they integrate with our digital platform, and translate complex concepts into compelling, easy-to-understand stories. Working with subject matter experts across the business, this role will develop and maintain content that supports product launches, marketing campaigns, website updates, email communications, thought leadership, and sales enablement materials. Success in this role requires exceptional writing and editing skills, strong organizational abilities, and the versatility to adapt messaging across a variety of audiences and communication channels. The ideal candidate is someone who enjoys learning new topics, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and takes pride in delivering polished, impactful communications that strengthen the Aspida brand. This position reports to the Director of Communications and is required to be onsite at our Durham office 3 days a week.

What You Will Do:

• Develop high-quality written content across multiple channels, including website copy, articles, blogs, emails, product materials, sales enablement resources, executive communications, press releases, and internal communications.
• Quickly develop expertise in Aspida's suite of retirement products, digital platform, and value proposition to create compelling, audience-focused content.
• Own and manage Aspida's Resource Center, ensuring content is accurate, current engaging, and aligned with business priorities.
• Translate complex product, technology, and financial concepts into clear, simple, and engaging communications for a variety of audiences.
• Partner with Product Marketing, Product Management, Sales, Digital, Customer Experience, Legal, Compliance, and other subject matter experts to develop content that supports strategic initiatives and product launches.
• Ensure all communications reflect Aspida's brand voice, messaging standards, and commitment to clarity, simplicity, and consistency.
• Interview business leaders and subject matter experts to identify compelling stories and transform technical information into customer-focused messaging.
• Review, edit, and proofread communications to ensure accuracy, consistency, and adherence to brand and compliance standards.
• Manage multiple writing projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Maintain editorial calendars and content plans to support ongoing communications initiatives and business priorities.

What We Provide:

• Salaried, DOE
• Long-Term Incentive Plan
• Full-Time
• Full Benefits Package Available

What We Believe:

At Aspida Financial Services, LLC, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As such, Aspida does not and will not discriminate in employment and personnel practices on the basis of race, sex, age, handicap, religion, national origin or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Hiring, transferring and promotion practices are performed without regard to the above listed items.

Requirements

What We Require:

• 3-5+ years of professional experience
• Bachelors degree in Communications, Marketing, or a related field
• Exceptional interpersonal, writing, and speaking skills
• Knowledge of annuity insurance industry and types of products
• Ability to create and execute knowledge base articles to foster culture of self-service
• Comfort with leading conversations and gaining insight from multiple levels of the organization
• Ability to own your projects and track from start to finish
• Bring authenticity and creativity to every table you join
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills