Enterprise Storytelling Lead — Executive Communications

Northern Trust; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 114,700 - 194,900; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k and pension

Health and welfare benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Northern Trust is seeking a Senior Writer to shape the enterprise narrative across internal and external communications. You will develop high-impact content for executive initiatives and ensure alignment in messaging.

The ideal candidate has over 10 years in communications, strong narrative skills, and the ability to translate complex topics into clear messaging. This hybrid role offers a salary range of $114,700 to $194,900 USD, along with an extensive benefits package including a discretionary bonus.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in communications, journalism, or content strategy.
• Proven ability to translate complex business and industry topics.
• Strong collaboration skills to drive a unified narrative.

Responsibilities

• Lead storyteller and editorial strategist for the organization.
• Develop high-impact content supporting executive communications.
• Ensure alignment of messaging across all functions.

Skills

10+ years of experience in communications, journalism, or content strategy

Demonstrated experience in messaging and executive communications

Ability to translate complex topics into engaging content

Experience with senior executives

Deep expertise in writing and narrative development

Strong editorial judgment

Capability to create content across formats

Strong collaboration skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, or Marketing

Job description

Northern Trust is seeking a Senior Writer to shape the enterprise narrative across internal and external communications. You will develop high-impact content for executive initiatives and ensure alignment in messaging.

The ideal candidate has over 10 years in communications, strong narrative skills, and the ability to translate complex topics into clear messaging. This hybrid role offers a salary range of $114,700 to $194,900 USD, along with an extensive benefits package including a discretionary bonus.