Communications Specialist

Integrated Project Management • Burr Ridge, IL

221d • $75,000 - $90,000

About The Position

We are seeking a Communications Specialist to join our Communication and Creative Services team in our headquarters office in Burr Ridge, IL. The role involves editing and developing internal and client-facing content to create compelling communications and assets that highlight key messages, tell a story, and connect with diverse audiences and influential stakeholder groups. The Communications Specialist will serve as IPM's communication expert, providing consultation on clear and effective messaging, grammatical accuracy, and platform usage; translating complex ideas into meaningful narratives and actionable strategies; and keeping up with communication trends and best practices.

Requirements

• Exceptional copy-editing abilities and editorial judgment.
• Advanced understanding of narrative structure, storytelling techniques, and content/message development.
• Expertise in using imagery and design constructs to reinforce written concepts.
• Demonstrated ability to manage information from various sources.
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills.
• Highly adaptable and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Creative and curious with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Eager to learn and grow knowledge and skillset within writing, communication, and design disciplines.
• Ability to lead and contribute in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Edit and develop internal and client-facing content to create compelling communications and assets.
• Serve as IPM's communication expert, providing consultation on messaging and platform usage.
• Support executives and senior leaders in developing high-impact internal and external communications.
• Create strategic communication strategies and campaigns for defined short-term client and internal projects.
• Serve as primary developer and content manager for large, multi-author documents and proposals.
• Lead and evolve IPM's Internal Communications Program.
• Manage IPM's internal digest and support content development for IPM's companywide newsletter.
• Advise on and govern posts and communication strategy for IPM's internal SharePoint Online site.
• Partner with internal teams to develop improved solutions and content for proposal development and contract management.
• Serve as key administrator for IPM's Project Performance Evaluation (PPE) survey process.
• Contribute to the Communication and Creative Services team's strategic plan.
• Creatively enhance requests and provide back-up graphic design and presentation design support.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 100% employer-paid health for employees and 85% paid health for dependents.
• 401(k) matching.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Paid vacation, holiday, personal and sick time.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree