Communications Specialist
About The Position
Ameriprise Financial is looking to add a Communications Specialist to the team! This position assists in the planning and execution of communications, with a primary focus on writing and editing. This position will provide general communication support for the Internal Communication department, supporting enterprise-wide communications initiatives, complete writing assignments and coordinate the editing/distribution of communications to employees and field members. Collaborate with business partners and communication consultants to develop and implement communications plans.
Requirements
- Associate degree or equivalent (2-years) required
- Minimum of one year of professional experience in communications.
- Excellent writing and editing skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects, priorities and deadlines.
- Proactive approach and creative problem-solving skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as an effective team member.
- High proficiency in Word and PowerPoint
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent (4-years) in communications, journalism, English or equivalent related work experience
- Self-motivated to seek out additional projects
Responsibilities
- Write, edit and coordinate compelling, relevant and timely communications to employees, field members and other audiences, ensuring alignment with key messages and overall communication plan.
- Draft and execute communications plans based on business objectives and input from subject matter experts and business leaders.
- Ensure consistency of messages across communications channels.
- Review and update online content regularly to ensure it is current and relevant.
- Work with business partners, project teams, and other stakeholders to understand their objectives and develop appropriate content.
- Coordinate plans with other key business initiatives.
- Drive business priorities by crafting engaging communications that are clear and concise, on-message, consistent in tone and align with internal communications styles/standards.
- Assist to broader projects across the Communications team.
- Provide support and expertise with ad hoc communications requests to help address unforeseen issues and opportunities.
Benefits
- vacation time
- sick time
- 401(k)
- health, dental and life insurances
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
