Communications Specialist, Internal & PR

Allspring Global Investments; Milwaukee (WI); Híbrido; USD 85.000 - 115.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Allspring Global Investments is hiring a Communications Specialist, Internal & PR, to develop clear, timely content and coordinate communications across internal, corporate, media, and digital channels. The role partners with Marketing and Communications to execute day-to-day internal and public relations activities.

The position operates in a hybrid model, requiring in-office presence four days a week, with locations in Charlotte, NC or Milwaukee, WI.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, public relations, marketing, English, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• 3-5 years of experience in corporate communications, internal communications, external communications, public relations, or a related field.
• Strong writing, editing, verbal communication, and presentation skills, with the ability to adapt content for different audiences and channels.
• Demonstrated project management and organizational skills, including the ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, review cycles, and stakeholders.
• Experience creating internal and external communications materials and coordinating content from draft through approval and distribution.
• Ability to work effectively with senior leaders and cross-functional partners while handling confidential or sensitive information with sound judgment.
• Strong attention to detail, follow-through, and ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Operate computer programs and software
• Ability to communicate effectively with audiences in person and in electronic formats
• Day-to-day contact with others (co-workers and/or public)
• Ability to work in a collaborative business environment in close quarters with peers and varying interruptions.

Responsabilidades

• Develop, draft, and edit internal and external communications, including employee announcements, leadership messages, talking points, FAQs, press releases, media materials, corporate content, and other communications supporting firm priorities.
• Support firmwide internal communications channels, including targeted emails, our company newsletter, firm intranet site, Teams-based communications channels, in-office displays, employee presentations, and other recurring employee communications.
• Coordinate communications for All Hands meetings, leadership forums, employee engagement programs, recognition initiatives, organizational updates, and strategic or change-related initiatives.
• Support public relations and media activities, including media monitoring, journalist inquiries, byline article placement, press materials, awards submissions, executive biographies, speaking opportunities, and earned media reporting.
• Manage communications project plans, editorial calendars, timelines, approvals, stakeholder reviews, and distribution to keep work moving accurately and on schedule.
• Publish and maintain content across appropriate internal and external channels, working with Digital and other partners to ensure information is current, consistent, and accessible.
• Track communications performance and engagement, maintain templates and process documentation, and recommend practical improvements to content, channels, and workflows.
• Partner across Corporate Communications, Brand, Human Resources, Digital, Legal, Compliance, and other business teams to coordinate accurate, audience-appropriate communications.

Conocimientos

Writing

Editing

Verbal communication

Presentation skills

Project management

Stakeholder mgmt

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Cross-functional collaboration

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, public relations, marketing, English, or related field

Herramientas

Salesforce Marketing Cloud

Seismic

Cision

SharePoint

Microsoft Teams

Descripción del empleo

Company

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Allspring Global Investments™ is a leading independent asset management firm that offers a broad range of investment products and solutions designed to help meet clients' goals. At Allspring, our vision is to inspire a new era of investing that pursues both financial returns and positive outcomes. With decades of trusted experience propelling us forward, we strive to build portfolios aimed at generating successful outcomes for our clients. We do this through the independence of thought that powers our investment strategies and by bringing a renewed approach to look around the corner to unlock what's possible. Allspring is a company committed to thoughtful investing, purposeful planning, and the desire to deliver outcomes that expand above and beyond financial gains. For more information, please visit About Us - Allspring Global Investments .

We strive to attract and retain a diverse talent pool that enables us to better serve our global client base. Intentionally fostering a diverse and inclusive culture allows us to empower innovation, productivity, and engagement. It’s also essential for elevating the experience of our clients as well as the communities in which we operate. Thank you for considering Allspring as you explore the next step in your career journey.

Overview

The Communications Specialist, Internal & PR supports Allspring's employee and external communications by developing clear, timely content and coordinating communications across internal, corporate, media, and digital channels. This role provides day-to-day execution across internal communications and public relations while partnering with Marketing and Communications colleagues and stakeholders across the firm.

We currently operate in a hybrid working model, whereby you will be required to work in-office 4 days per week.

Location(s): Charlotte, NC. or Milwaukee, WI

Responsibilities

• Develop, draft, and edit internal and external communications, including employee announcements, leadership messages, talking points, FAQs, press releases, media materials, corporate content, and other communications supporting firm priorities.
• Support firmwide internal communications channels, including targeted emails, our company newsletter, firm intranet site, Teams-based communications channels, in-office displays, employee presentations, and other recurring employee communications.
• Coordinate communications for All Hands meetings, leadership forums, employee engagement programs, recognition initiatives, organizational updates, and strategic or change-related initiatives.
• Support public relations and media activities, including media monitoring, journalist inquiries, byline article placement, press materials, awards submissions, executive biographies, speaking opportunities, and earned media reporting.
• Manage communications project plans, editorial calendars, timelines, approvals, stakeholder reviews, and distribution to keep work moving accurately and on schedule.
• Publish and maintain content across appropriate internal and external channels, working with Digital and other partners to ensure information is current, consistent, and accessible.
• Track communications performance and engagement, maintain templates and process documentation, and recommend practical improvements to content, channels, and workflows.
• Partner across Corporate Communications, Brand, Human Resources, Digital, Legal, Compliance, and other business teams to coordinate accurate, audience-appropriate communications.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, public relations, marketing, English, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• 3-5 years of experience in corporate communications, internal communications, external communications, public relations, or a related field.
• Strong writing, editing, verbal communication, and presentation skills, with the ability to adapt content for different audiences and channels.
• Demonstrated project management and organizational skills, including the ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, review cycles, and stakeholders.
• Experience creating internal and external communications materials and coordinating content from draft through approval and distribution.
• Ability to work effectively with senior leaders and cross-functional partners while handling confidential or sensitive information with sound judgment.
• Strong attention to detail, follow-through, and ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Operate computer programs and software
• Ability to communicate effectively with audiences in person and in electronic formats
• Day-to-day contact with others (co-workers and/or public)
• Ability to work in a collaborative business environment in close quarters with peers and varying interruptions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in financial services, asset management, banking, or another regulated industry.
• Experience supporting employee engagement, change communications, or issues management.
• Experience conducing earned media outreach with the business and financial press, print/digital and broadcast media.
• Familiarity with intranet and content management platforms, email communication tools, media monitoring databases, and communications analytics.
• Experience with platforms such as Salesforce Marketing Cloud, Seismic, Cision, SharePoint, or Microsoft Teams.
• Working knowledge of communications review processes involving Legal, Compliance, Risk, or other control functions.

Please note

This position does not offer sponsorship for employment visas. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.

Compensation

Base Pay Range: $85,000 - $115,000

Actual base salary may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience, time in role, base salary internal peers, prior performance, business sector, and geographic location. In addition to base salary, the competitive compensation package may include, depending on the role, participation in an incentive program linked to performance (for example, annual discretionary bonus programs, or other annual or non-annual incentive or sales plans.)

Disclosure

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment regardless of age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status