Strategic Communications Advisor - Hybrid/Remote

Blue Cross NC; North Carolina; Hybrid; USD 67,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) match

Paid Time Off

Parental leave and adoption support

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Blue Cross NC is seeking a Communications Advisor to develop and execute strategic communications and engagement initiatives across internal and external channels. You will research audience needs, craft clear messages, and coordinate deliverables with partners and subject matter experts.

The role emphasizes strong writing, project management, and the ability to adapt as priorities evolve. Hybrid work with Durham-area presence is available, supporting flexible collaboration and in-person

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and at least three years of experience in communications, public relations, journalism, marketing or a related field.
• In lieu of a degree, at least five years of experience in a related field.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development and execution of strategic communications and engagement plans.
• Identify audience needs and opportunities using research and analysis.Produce, edit, and publish communications across channels.
• Coordinate communications projects from planning through execution.
• Build relationships with stakeholders to align messaging and approaches.
• Support media relations activities and respond to inquiries.
• Identify and develop compelling stories and earned-media opportunities.
• Prepare leaders and experts for media interviews and speaking engagements.
• Manage and improve corporate communications channels and content publishing.

Skills

Strong writing

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Research & analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree

Five years experience alternative

Job description

Blue Cross NC is seeking a Communications Advisor to develop and execute strategic communications and engagement initiatives across internal and external channels. You will research audience needs, craft clear messages, and coordinate deliverables with partners and subject matter experts.

The role emphasizes strong writing, project management, and the ability to adapt as priorities evolve. Hybrid work with Durham-area presence is available, supporting flexible collaboration and in-person