Communications Specialist - Content, Social Media, & Design

North Risk Partners, LLC • Plymouth, MN

9d • $65,000 - $76,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

North Risk Partners is seeking a creative and detail-oriented Communications Specialist to enhance its brand across internal and external channels. This role is perfect for an individual skilled in writing, graphic design, social media, and strategic communication, who is eager to produce impactful content that supports company culture, maintains brand consistency, and drives business growth. The ideal candidate should have at least three years of experience in marketing and communications, possess excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills, be highly proficient in graphic design, and demonstrate strong organizational and project management abilities. They should be strategic thinkers, comfortable in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities, and motivated by process improvement and efficiency, including the use of AI tools. While a location in Plymouth is preferred, candidates within North Risk's Midwest footprint are encouraged to apply.

Requirements

• 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 required.
• Experience with Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and Premiere Pro required.
• Ability to provide writing samples and complete a writing assessment as part of the interview process.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Microsoft Teams is highly preferred.
• 2+ years of experience communicating in multiple media channels to various audiences preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create compelling copy and on-brand graphics for North Risk’s internal and external communication channels.
• Manage and execute content for the firm’s social media calendar, helping grow engagement and strengthen brand visibility.
• Write and distribute content across internal communication platforms to support company news, culture initiatives, and leadership messaging. 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, support sales initiatives, and are updated regularly.
• 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.
• Manage brand asset library and resources for the internal communications team and company-wide audience.
• Lead or support communication-related projects that support the organization’s initiatives (e.g., moving office locations, internal technology rollouts). Provide strategic recommendations on how to execute projects and identify efficiencies to strengthen internal processes for the future.
• Perform miscellaneous projects and complete various tasks as requested by management.

Benefits

• health
• dental
• vision
• short-term and long-term disability
• life
• long-term care
• 401(k) plan
• continuing professional education and development
• volunteer time off
• paid time off
• paid holidays
• hybrid work opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED