Director, Employee & Corporate Communications

Unum•Columbia, SC

2d•$89,900 - $169,900•Hybrid

About The Position

This position directs the development and implementation of comprehensive and integrated communications strategies designed to promote Unum Group and its business entities/brands, protect its reputation, and inspire key audiences to act by delivering the right message at the right time in the right way to the right audience, whether internal or external to Unum Group.

Requirements

Requires Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and minimum 10 years of progressively responsible communications experience in agency or in-house environment
Must possess outstanding written and verbal communications skills and news and business judgment
Must be a seasoned writer and editor.
Must be familiar with the creation and development of electronic and print publications
Must have demonstrated, through previous positions, an ability to think strategically with an ability to develop communications solutions that meet business outcomes and to navigate independently through change and ambiguity
Must have the ability to work successfully with senior leaders, including the chief executive officer, to provide communications counsel and support

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in a corporate setting or the insurance or financial services industry is preferred, but not required

Responsibilities

Direct the development and implementation of comprehensive communications strategies (internal and external) to deliver the business goals of the individual’s assigned scope of work, (e.g., department, subject matter, channel, project)
Lead the development of key communications messages and ensure adherence of employee communications to these messages
Provide strategic communications counsel to executive leaders and key partners, including real-time advice to help navigate through sensitive or complex scenarios with effective communications support, guidance on use of communications tactics, and prep for key communications opportunities, including events, media relations, incident comms management, presentations and more
Maximize communications effectiveness by aligning, integrating, and thoughtfully pursuing content placement across paid, earned, shared, and owned channels
Support continuous improvement across Corporate Communications by focusing on outcome-based, measurable communications initiatives and maintaining an effective infrastructure for information sharing, two-way communication, and high-quality content delivery
Seek ways to enhance the employee experience through both messaging and methods, embracing emerging technologies and keeping an eye toward evolving audience needs
Partner on change and transformation efforts by developing and implementing communications plans that build and support awareness, adoption, and sustaining efforts
Actively collaborate with colleagues and leaders in pursuit of diversity of thought, personal development, and continuous improvement
Direct development of creative assets in partnership with Corporate Communications colleagues to support outcome of communications strategy
May perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

Competitive benefits package that includes: Health, Vision, Dental, Short & Long-Term Disability
Generous PTO (including paid time to volunteer!)
Up to 9.5% 401(k) employer contribution
Mental health support
Career advancement opportunities
Student loan repayment options
Tuition reimbursement
Flexible work environments
healthcare benefits (health, vision, dental)
insurance benefits (short & long-term disability)
performance-based incentive plans
paid time off
a 401(k) retirement plan with an employer match up to 5% and an additional 4.5% contribution whether you contribute to the plan or not.