Senior Strategic Communications Partner

Associated Bank - Corp; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 92,000 - 159,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Pension plan

Paid time off

Employee Resource Groups

Competitive salaries

Well-being programs

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Associated Bank is seeking a Corporate Communications Principal to serve as the primary communications consultant to senior leaders, helping to translate strategic initiatives into clear, audience-focused messaging that engages colleagues.

You will lead end-to-end communication programs, advise executives on approaches that support organizational change, and develop executive communications, FAQs, talking points and related resources.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Business, or a related field.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in corporate communications, leadership consulting and content strategy.
• 5+ years of exceptional writing with a keen eye for detail, clarity, tone and audience alignment.
• 5+ years leading large-scale campaigns or engagement initiatives.
• 5+ years strong business acumen and understanding of the banking or financial services industry.
• 5+ years of experience managing cross-functional projects and stakeholder alignment.

Responsibilities

• Lead communication strategies that support organizational change, business transformation initiatives, and colleague engagement.
• Develop and deliver integrated communication plans aligned to business priorities, stakeholder needs, and key initiatives.
• Advise senior leaders on communication approaches that support strategic goals and organizational change.
• Translate complex business strategies, programs, and initiatives into clear, audience-focused communications and materials.
• Create executive communications, leadership briefings, FAQs, talking points, and related resources that equip leaders to communicate effectively.
• Manage end-to-end communication programs, from strategy and executive consultation through content development, production, and delivery.
• Partner with stakeholders across the organization to gather input, align messaging, and create a coordinated colleague experience.
• Evaluate communication effectiveness through feedback, engagement data, and adoption indicators, adjusting strategies as needed.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications

8+ years of corporate communications experience

5+ years of exceptional writing

5+ years of campaign leadership

5+ years of banking/financial services knowledge

5+ years cross-functional project management

Job description

Associated Bank is seeking a Corporate Communications Principal to serve as the primary communications consultant to senior leaders, helping to translate strategic initiatives into clear, audience-focused messaging that engages colleagues.

You will lead end-to-end communication programs, advise executives on approaches that support organizational change, and develop executive communications, FAQs, talking points and related resources.