Communications Strategist
About The Position
With the oversight of the SVP/Director of Channel Marketing, leads TruStone Financial’s enterprise internal and external communications strategy to strengthen employee engagement, member trust, brand reputation and organizational alignment. Serves as the central owner of internal communications, public relations, executive communications, corporate storytelling, brand and content governance, and key enterprise events, such as the annual meeting, all-employee meetings and other strategic engagements. Partners closely with Executive Leadership, Human Resources, Retail Banking, Digital Experience, Product, Community Impact, Compliance, Marketing and other key stakeholders to translate complex business strategies into clear, compelling messages for employees, members, community stakeholders and board audiences. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator, storyteller, and project leader who can translate complex business strategies into clear, compelling messages that engage employees, members, community stakeholders and board members.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, Business, or related field.
- 5+ years of progressive experience in communications, public relations, corporate communications, or marketing communications.
- Proficiency in Associated Press style.
- Strong copywriting, editing, presentation and storytelling skills.
- Strong project leadership, communications and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to communicate complex information in a clear, concise, and professional manner to a wide variety of audiences.
- Demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously, maintain organization, and adapt effectively to shifting priorities and deadlines.
- Maintains awareness of enterprise compliance requirements, including Bank Secrecy Act (BSA/AML) obligations, and follows internal policies and escalation protocols as applicable.
- Ability to pass pre-employment drug testing and background checks.
- Regular and reliable attendance.
Nice To Haves
- Experience supporting executive leadership teams and board communications preferred.
- Financial services or regulated industry experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Lead TruStone Financial’s enterprise internal and external communications strategy.
- Serve as the central owner of internal communications, public relations, executive communications, corporate storytelling, brand and content governance, and key enterprise events.
- Partner with Executive Leadership, Human Resources, Retail Banking, Digital Experience, Product, Community Impact, Compliance, Marketing and other key stakeholders.
- Translate complex business strategies into clear, compelling messages for various audiences.
- Manage communication strategies during organizational change initiatives.
- Plan and manage large-scale corporate events and employee meetings.
Benefits
- Competitive pay and incentive programs
- Health insurance with the ability to choose which plan option is best for you – a Traditional Health Plan or Health Savings Plan.
- Affordable dental and vision insurance coverage.
- 22 days of paid time off annually for full-time employees with an equivalent accrual for part-time employees.
- 10+ paid holidays each year.
- Up to 16 hours of paid time annually to volunteer for organizations you are passionate about.
- 401(k) with 50% employer match on the first 6% you contribute – plus, after one year of service, an additional 3% safe harbor employer contribution that is immediately 100% vested regardless if you are contributing or not.
- Eligibility for profit sharing opportunities in the form of a contribution to your 401(k) account.
- Employer-paid Short Term and Long Term Disability benefits.
- Employer-provided life insurance up to 2.5x your base salary with the option to purchase additional coverage for yourself, spouse and eligible dependents.
- Reimbursement for higher education expenses of up to $5,250 per calendar year (including tuition, books and activity fees).
- Career development opportunities – including our STEP job shadow program, TruStone Academy certification courses, Mentorship Program and more.
- Special employee discounts when you join TruStone Financial as a credit union member.
- Employee activities, events, discounts, and many other great benefits and perks!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
