Marketing Communications Specialist

Federated Hermes; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Federated Hermes, Inc. in Pittsburgh seeks a Marketing Communications Specialist to drive the creation and execution of marketing materials, from brochures to multi-faceted campaigns, in collaboration with Legal, Design, Product Development, Operations and Sales teams.

This early-career role emphasizes project management, attention to detail, and the ability to move initiatives forward in a fast-paced financial services environment. The position is full-time and hybrid in Pittsburgh.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, or journalism is required or implied for consideration.
• Experience with Adobe and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) is expected.
• Strong proofreading, organizational, and project management skills, with ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the production of marketing materials, presentations, and other content from development through completion, including timelines, budgets, and records.
• Route, review, and proofread pieces for accuracy, coordinating and interpreting compliance changes.
• Partner with Legal, Operations, Design, Product Development, Shareholder Communications, and Salesforce to coordinate project completion.
• Research product and industry data and provide direction to editorial, design, and sales/marketing support teams.
• Update monthly, quarterly, and annual literature and assist in preparing program-result reports.

Skills

Project management

Proofreading

Adobe Creative Cloud

Microsoft Office

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, or journalism

Tools

Adobe InDesign

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Marketing Communications Specialist – Global Marketing, Job ID #9850

The Marketing Communications Specialist plays a key role in bringing a wide range of marketing initiatives to life, managing projects from concept through completion. From product brochures and fact sheets to complex, multi-faceted campaigns and presentations, this position partners closely with Legal, Design, Product Development, Operations, and other stakeholders to coordinate timelines, manage approvals, develop cost estimates, and ensure seamless execution. Success in this role requires strong organization, attention to detail, and the ability to proactively move projects forward in a fast-paced environment. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career professional seeking to build a strong foundation in marketing, project management, and the financial services industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate the project management and production of marketing materials, presentations, and other content from development through completion, including timelines, budgets, and accurate project records.
• Route, review, and proofread project team pieces for accuracy, and coordinate and interpret compliance changes.
• Partner with internal departments, including Legal, Operations, Design, Product Development, Shareholder Communications, and Salesforce, to coordinate project completion.
• Research product and industry data, and provide direction to editorial, design, and sales and marketing support teams.
• Update monthly, quarterly, and annual literature, and assist the manager in preparing reports that analyze program results.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, or journalism; other degrees will be considered with relevant experience.
• Experience with Adobe and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong proofreading, organizational, and project management skills, including the ability to multi-task and manage deadlines and approvals.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with stakeholders across departments and a willingness to learn.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in marketing communications.
• Basic understanding of, and interest in, the financial markets and investment products.

Key Behaviors for Success:

Anchored in the Federated Hermes Pledge, our Behavior Framework provides a compass for the way we behave and perform internally to create the environment necessary to maintain our commitments to each other and to the business. Our behaviors are: Adaptability, Communication, Delivery, Drive, and Relationships.

Working Conditions:

• This is a full-time position located in Pittsburgh, PA. Standard work hours are 37.5 hours per week. However, additional hours may be required.
• This is a hybrid position. You will be required to work in the office a minimum of three days each week.

The firm does not sponsor employment visas.

About Us

Federated Hermes, Inc. is a leading global, active asset manager, focused on meeting the diverse and evolving needs of today’s investors. Founded on the principle of doing business the right way, Federated Hermes has helped clients plan for the future with investments, support and insights built to stand the test of time. Headquartered in Pittsburgh since 1955, with offices spanning North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific, our more than 2,200 highly talented employees are dedicated to a culture of integrity, a drive for excellence in all that we do and an unwavering focus on our clients.

Federated Hermes, Inc. offers a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package, a variety of professional and personal development opportunities, and a professional work environment.

EOE – Including Disability / Vets

Federated Hermes is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all aspects of employment to qualified individuals without regard to the following criteria: race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, mental or physical disability, age, familial or marital status, ancestry, military status, veteran status or genetic information as well as any other prohibited criteria under any local, state or federal law applicable to Federated Hermes. As part of the firm’s equal employment opportunity statement, Federated Hermes will also comply with applicable government contractor obligations, including ensuring veterans and qualified people with disabilities are considered for employment and promotional opportunities consistent with current federal, state and local laws and regulations. Federated Hermes will also make reasonable accommodations for the religious practices of beliefs of applicants and employees, as well as for mental health or physical disability needs.