Manager, Executive Communications

Geico Insurance•Chicago, IL

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About The Position

GEICO is looking for an experienced communications professional to support our Executive Communications function. In this role, the candidate will work to develop and execute strategic executive communications to engage, inform and inspire GEICO associates and advance GEICO's corporate narrative across a broad spectrum of audiences. The ideal candidate thrives in a dynamic corporate environment and has demonstrated experience working closely with senior-level executives in a variety of roles. The Manager, Executive Communications, will report to the Director of Executive Communications, collaborating with members of the Corporate Communications team as well as senior leaders across GEICO, to develop and execute a comprehensive executive communications and engagement plan. The manager will provide strategic communications support for leadership messaging, organizational announcements, internal meetings and presentations, social media activity, external events and other high-profile communications opportunities. Collaboration, strong writing and presentation skills, attention to accuracy and detail, executive presence, and demonstrated experience working directly with C-suite executives at large companies is vital to your success.

Requirements

GEICO seeks an experienced, creative and collaborative corporate communications professional for this role. The successful candidate will have at least 7 years of relevant corporate communications experience, with a proven track record of driving and executing employee-facing communications initiatives across a variety of platforms.
A minimum of 7 years of relevant communications experience at large companies with a focus on communicating to internal audiences; demonstrated experience working closely with C-level executives is preferred.
Exceptional communicator, able to present ideas in writing, visually, and verbally, formally and informally.
Versatile writer with strong business acumen who can capture the unique voices of a variety of leaders.
Intermediate to advanced PowerPoint skills and the ability to develop, design and build executive-level presentations.
Experience planning, writing and managing social media content with a track record of success driving engagement.
Ability to work quickly and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment while maintaining a high level of accuracy, precision and attention to detail.
Proven time and project management skills, and experience managing communications calendars and projects spanning multiple stakeholders.
Experience in timely and accurate distribution of executive messages.
Experience planning and supporting executive engagements, event logistics, and external speaking roles.
A highly motivated, collaborative team player
Bachelor's degree

Responsibilities

Work alongside the Director of Executive Communications to develop and execute strategic executive communications strategies that reinforce the company's priorities and progress in support of key initiatives.
Develop and build presentations, write announcements, talking points, intranet content, etc., on behalf of senior leaders.
Plan, manage and execute the creation, development and distribution of executive messages on behalf of GEICO's senior executive leadership.
Engage regularly with internal stakeholders on agenda and content development for leadership meetings such as companywide or department-level town hall meetings.
Plan, write and manage social media content that drives executive visibility and engagement, connects with a variety of external and internal stakeholders, and supports GEICO's corporate narrative.
Help prepare executives for external events and interviews to increase their visibility and drive business results.
Continuously measure, evaluate, and modify communications plans and tactics to improve impact and effectiveness.

Benefits

Comprehensive Total Rewards program that offers personalized coverage tailor-made for you and your family's overall well-being.
Financial benefits including market-competitive compensation; a 401K savings plan vested from day one that offers a 6% match; performance and recognition-based incentives; and tuition assistance.
Access to additional benefits like mental healthcare as well as fertility and adoption assistance.
Supports flexibility- We provide workplace flexibility as well as our GEICO Flex program, which offers the ability to work from anywhere in the US for up to four weeks per year.

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