Corporate Communications Coordinator

Vantage Specialty Chemicals; Deerfield (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company in chemical manufacturing as a Corporate Communications Coordinator. This entry-level role involves developing internal and external communications, supporting community initiatives, and enhancing corporate visibility across various platforms. Ideal for motivated individuals with a Bachelor’s degree and a passion for corporate affairs.

Benefits

Medical, HSA, dental, vision

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Entry-level (0-2 years) focused on communications or public affairs.
• Proficiency in digital marketing tools and excellent written communication skills is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and distributing corporate communication materials.
• Support community engagement initiatives and maintain content on internal platforms.
• Help manage the corporate editorial calendar and collaborate with teams.

Skills

Organizational skills

Proactive mindset

Communication skills

Research and data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Business, or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

CMS (e.g., WordPress)

Job description

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Position Summary

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Corporate Communications Coordinator, to support a wide range of internal and external communication initiatives. This entry-level role is ideal for someone with exceptional organizational skills, a proactive mindset, and a strong interest in corporate communications, social media, public affairs, and stakeholder engagement.

• Assist in the development and distribution of corporate communication materials, including internal updates, press releases, executive messaging, and stakeholder reports.
• Community Engagement & Affairs: Support company-wide community involvement initiatives, as requested by the SVP, Corporate Affairs.
• Maintain and update content on the company’s intranet, website, and social media platforms.
• Support the preparation of presentations, briefing documents, and talking points for leadership.
• Help manage the corporate editorial calendar and ensure timely delivery of content.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather information and ensure message consistency.
• Perform research and data analysis.
• Maintain organized records, media lists, and communication assets.
  
  

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Corporate Communications Coordinator, to support a wide range of internal and external communication initiatives. This entry-level role is ideal for someone with exceptional organizational skills, a proactive mindset, and a strong interest in corporate communications, social media, public affairs, and stakeholder engagement.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and distribution of corporate communication materials, including internal updates, press releases, executive messaging, and stakeholder reports.
• Coordinate logistics for corporate events.
• Community Engagement & Affairs: Support company-wide community involvement initiatives, as requested by the SVP, Corporate Affairs.
• Maintain and update content on the company’s intranet, website, and social media platforms.
• Support the preparation of presentations, briefing documents, and talking points for leadership.
• Help manage the corporate editorial calendar and ensure timely delivery of content.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather information and ensure message consistency.
• Perform research and data analysis.
• Maintain organized records, media lists, and communication assets.
  
  

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Business, or a related field.
• 0–2 years of experience in a communications, public affairs, digital marketing, marketing or communications agency experience (internships welcome).
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, & Talents

• Proactive, client service focus
• Positive attitude, low ego, flexibility, ability to work as part of a team
• Outstanding organizational and time management skills with strong attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with digital tools such as social media platforms, CMS (e.g., WordPress), and email marketing software.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a collaborative environment.
• A proactive attitude and eagerness to learn and grow in the field of corporate affairs.
  
  

Pay And Benefits

The estimated base pay range for this position is $28/hr – $38/hr. Actual pay will be determined based on education, certifications, experience, qualifications, skills, and geographic location. This position is eligible to participate in a short-term incentive program.

Vantage offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, including:

• Medical, HSA, dental, vision
• FSA (limited purpose, dependent care, and commuter/parking)
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Accident, hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance
• Short- and long-term disability
• EAP, identity theft protection
• Paid time off, Parental Leave
• 401(k) with company match
  
  

Equal Employment Opportunity

Vantage is an equal opportunity employer. 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 protected category.

About Vantage

Vantage provides natural solutions to our customers’ technical performance and marketing needs through a unique combination of chemistry, application expertise and service. Underpinned by our broad portfolio of formulations, ingredients and actives that are built on a backbone of sustainable oils, fats and their derivatives, Vantage targets selected markets and applications including personal care, food, surface treatment, agriculture, pharma, and consumer and industrial performance. Vantage is headquartered in Deerfield, IL., operates in 11 countries worldwide and employs more than 1,000 talented professionals focused on delivering exceptional customer experiences with every interaction.

We are a dynamic people-centered organization where you’ll be part of a collaborative global team. Embracing our cultural diversity, we learn from each other to constantly improve, adapt and iterate. We value the voices and talents of our colleagues, empowering them to drive their unique ideas to completion. We’re convinced that exceptionally motivated employees produce outstanding results and we celebrate them by fostering a culture of recognition, development, learning, excellence and shared achievement. Most importantly, we know you’re going to like it here. For more information visit: vantagegrp.com or LinkedIn/vantage.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing

• Industries

  Chemical Manufacturing

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