Sr Communications Consultant

Health Care Service Corp.; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 77,000 - 139,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) savings plan

Pension plan

Paid time off

Paid parental leave

Disability insurance

Supplemental life insurance

Employee assistance program

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Flex schedule

Job summary

Health Care Service Corporation is seeking a communications leader to develop and execute a variety of communications for multiple audiences. You will interact with clients and management at all levels, draft, edit, and supervise production of communications for distribution, and mentor other team members.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in journalism, PR or related field and extensive communications experience, with strong leadership and project management skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Public Relations or communications-related field and 7 years of experience in copy development or editing OR 11 years of communications experience.
• Leadership skills to mentor staff, handle escalated issues and assist management.
• Project management experience and skills to lead projects and handle multiple projects with shifting deadlines simultaneously.
• Work well under pressure with short deadlines.
• Verbal and written communications skills to interact with clients with confidence, develop an array of communications to various audiences, and influence the decision-making process.
• Verbal communications skills to handle sensitive, confidential information and issues with appropriateness and sensitivity while influencing positive outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Developing and executing a variety of communications to meet the needs of multiple audiences through interaction with clients and management at all levels of the corporations.
• Drafts, edits and supervises the production of communications (print, web, etc) to be distributed to a variety of audiences.
• Acts as a mentor to other team members.

Skills

Copy editing

Leadership

Project management

Verbal and written communications

Independence and initiative

Education

Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Public Relations or communications-related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

At HCSC, our employees are the cornerstone of our business and the foundation to our success. We empower employees with curated development plans that foster growth and promote rewarding, fulfilling careers. Join HCSC and be part of a purpose-driven company that will invest in your professional development.

Job Summary

This position is responsible for developing and executing a variety of communications to meet the needs of multiple audiences through interaction with clients and management at all levels of the corporations; drafts, edits and supervises the production of communications (print, web, etc) to be distributed to a variety of audiences; acts as a mentor to other team members.

Required Job Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Public Relations or communications-related field and 7 years of experience in copy development or editing OR 11 years of communications experience.
• Leadership skills to mentor staff, handle escalated issues and assist management.
• Project management experience and skills to lead projects and handle multiple projects with shifting deadlines simultaneously.
• Work well under pressure with short deadlines.
• Verbal and written communications skills to interact with clients with confidence, develop an array of communications to various audiences, and influence the decision-making process.
• Verbal communications skills to handle sensitive, confidential information and issues with appropriateness and sensitivity while influencing positive outcomes.
• Ability to initiate and complete tasks independently Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat.

Preferred Job Requirements

• Regulatory communications experience
• Health care experience
• Expert in AP style
• Experience navigating large organizations
• #LI-Hybrid INJLF

This is a Flex (Hybrid) role: 3 days in office; 2 days remote. Sponsorship is not available.

Pay Transparency Statement

At Health Care Service Corporation, you will be part of an organization committed to offering meaningful benefits to our employees to support their life outside of work.

• health and wellness benefits
• 401(k) savings plan
• pension plan
• paid time off
• paid parental leave
• disability insurance
• supplemental life insurance
• employee assistance program
• paid holidays
• tuition reimbursement
• plus other incentives

The compensation offered will vary depending on your job-related skills, education, knowledge, and experience. This role aligns with an annual incentive bonus plan subject to the terms and the conditions of the plan.

Flex employees are expected to be in the office a minimum of three days a week. Management will have discretion to modify an employee's weekly schedule for exigent circumstances.

HCSC Employment Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employment employer dedicated to providing a welcoming environment where the unique differences of our employees are respected and valued. All 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 legally protected characteristics. We are a drug-free and smoke-free workplace. Employment may be contingent upon successful completion of drug screening in accordance with applicable law.

Base Pay Range $76,600.00 - $138,500.00 Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.

About HCSC

For more than 80 years, HCSC has been dedicated to expanding access to high-quality, cost-effective health care and equipping our members with information and tools to make the best health care decisions for themselves and their families. As an industry leader, HCSC also has been helping to make the health care system work better for all Americans.

To remain a leader, we offer compelling careers that encourage resourcefulness, strategic thought and empower you to make a difference in the lives of our members and their communities. Today, with the industry at an important crossroad, HCSC is reimagining health care and looking for original thinkers who aren't afraid to make innovative contributions. We are an Equal Opportunity Employment employer dedicated to workforce diversity and a drug-free and smoke-free workplace.

If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and need an accommodation or assistance in either using the Careers website or completing the application process, you can call us at 1-866-977-7378 to request reasonable accommodations. Please note that only requests for accommodations in the application process will be returned.