Communications Specialist

Description:

WHY NORTH RISK PARTNERS

Are you interested in doing work that matters everyday with an organization intentional about building and living out a values-driven team culture? North Risk Partners is a fast-growing firm dedicated to serving the insurance and risk management needs of businesses and individuals. We provide expertise in Commercial Lines, Employee & Individual Benefits, Personal Lines, Surety, Claims, and Risk Management. Our team consists of over 450 employees working in over 30 locations across five states, including Minnesota, Iowa, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Nebraska.

At North Risk Partners, our #oneTEAM lives out #oneMISSION: to provide extraordinary #service to our clients, to each other, and to our communities while living out our core values each day. Our team environments are designed to provide #oneTEAM members opportunity to focus on collaborative relationships (clients and team), variety from day-to-day, constant learning, and the tools and resources to learn and grow at work and in life.

JOB SUMMARY

The Communications Specialist is responsible for strengthening North Risk's brand, story, and mission through the creation and distribution of content for internal and external audiences.

The ideal candidate for this role has at least three years of experience working in marketing and communications and is...

• an excellent communicator with a strong attention to detail
• a strong writer with an equally strong graphic design skillset
• a natural leader with the ability to manage projects and think strategically
• energetic and passionate about their work in marketing and communications
• hungry to learn, develop, and achieve results
• someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment
• confident in bringing new ideas to the table and excited about building new processes
• a go-getter who consistently strives to go above and beyond

Note: While the ideal candidate would be located in Plymouth, applicants in North Risk's Midwest footprint should not hesitate to apply.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITES

• Using North Risk's brand voice, draft copy, and assets for North Risk's internal and external platforms
• Write, distribute, and manage content on the firm's internal communication channels to support effective dissemination of news and culture initiatives companywide. Partner with leadership to communicate messages effectively
• Create external marketing materials such as sales capabilities PowerPoints, RFPs, sales flyers, website landing pages, and more. Partner with sales leaders to ensure materials are relevant, supportive of sales initiatives, and updated on a regular basis
• Triage tickets from the Communications Department Work Request Form. Assess requests, scope the project or task, and deliver the final product to the requester by the due date
• Contribute to the firm's social media calendar
• Manage brand asset library and resources for the internal communications team and company-wide audience
• Manage communication-related projects that support the organization's initiatives (e.g., moving office locations, internal technology rollouts). Provide strategic recommendations on how to accomplish projects and come up with efficiencies to strengthen internal processes into the future

SECONDARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform miscellaneous projects and complete various tasks as requested by management

Requirements:

QUALIFICATIONS (Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities)

• High school degree or equivalent required. Bachelor's Degree preferably in Communications, Journalism, or related discipline OR relevant experience required
• High competence in Microsoft Office required
• Experience with Microsoft Teams is highly preferred
• 3+ years of communications experience required
• 2+ years of experience communicating in multiple media channels to various audiences preferred
• Comfortability leading meetings and presenting to groups
• Video editing experience preferred, but not required
• Experience with Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere Pro preferred
• Ability to provide writing samples and complete a writing assessment

BEHAVIOR EXPECTATIONS

• A role model for North Risk Partners’ core values, mission, and desired culture
• Demonstrate enthusiasm and a positive attitude
• Professionally and positively represent North Risk Partners to all coworkers, clients, and external stakeholders
• A team player who collaborates and works well with his/her coworkers
• A professional who demonstrates the ability to carry on a conversation with clients, Risk Advisors, and other coworkers within North Risk Partners

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Perform under normal office conditions; may include lifting/carrying objects weighing up to 25 pounds
• Twist, bend, stoop, kneel, squat, stand, walk, and reach frequently
• Hear, speak, and effectively verbally communicate in the English language, including following oral and written instructions to communicate with people inside and outside of the organization
• Sit and a desk for extended periods of time and perform long hours of work sitting at a computer
• Move around office/building/facilities repeatedly throughout the day
• Apply manual dexterity, visual acuity and ability, for computer keyboarding, office equipment uses, review of detailed reports, information, fine print, and warning labels
• Must possess valid driver’s license and be able to travel to different North Risk Partners locations for meetings, as well as various locations throughout the state and potentially the region for client meetings
• Able to work a flexible work schedule, including overtime, nights, and weekends to attend events and meetings as needed

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED

Incumbents must be able to use telephones, calculators, copy machines, computers, printers, and other office equipment.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment is primarily indoors. Exposure to a variety of weather conditions during work related travel and events held outside of the workplace will occur and I acknowledge that I have read, understood, and agree with the contents of this position description. I agree to use my best efforts to fulfill all expectations of the position. I also acknowledge that I am an at-will employee.

This job description does not necessarily list all the job functions or accountabilities of the job. Employees may be asked by management to perform additional duties and tasks. Management reserves the right to revise and update job descriptions at any time.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

The estimated range for this full-time position is $30.77 - $38.46 hourly, plus benefits. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The hiring range represents the company’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability, life, long-term care, 401(k) plan, and more. North Risk Partners is growing which means your career can too. #oneTEAM members receive continuing professional education and development, volunteer time off, paid time off, paid holidays, and hybrid work opportunities.