Senior Communications Consultant

HCSC•Chicago, IL

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

At HCSC, our employees are the cornerstone of our business and the foundation to our success. We empower employees with curated development plans that foster growth and promote rewarding, fulfilling careers. Join HCSC and be part of a purpose-driven company that will invest in your professional development. Job Summary BASIC FUNCTION This position is responsible for developing and executing a variety of communications to meet the needs of multiple audiences through interaction with clients and management at all levels of the corporations. This includes writing, editing, proofing and supervising the production of communications (print, web, email, etc.) for various audiences supporting town halls, other forums and developing targeted enterprise messaging and driving other communications deliverables. NOTE: this role is hybrid/flex and requires in-office visibility three days per week, working from home the other two days. Relocation will not be offered; sponsorship either now or in the future will not be extended.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism, Public Relations or communications-related field and 7 years of experience in copy development or editing OR 11 years of communications experience.
Leadership skills to mentor staff, handle escalated issues and assist management.
Project management experience and skills to lead projects and handle multiple projects with shifting deadlines simultaneously.
Ability to work well under pressure with short deadlines.
Verbal and written communications skills to interact with clients with confidence, develop an array of communications to various audiences, and influence the decision-making process.
Verbal communications skills to handle sensitive, confidential information and issues with appropriateness and sensitivity while influencing positive outcomes.
Ability to initiate and complete tasks independently.
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor degree in Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing or Communications.
Expert with AP Style journalistic writing guidelines .
On-camera experience.
Experience navigating large organizations

Responsibilities

developing and executing a variety of communications to meet the needs of multiple audiences through interaction with clients and management at all levels of the corporations.
writing, editing, proofing and supervising the production of communications (print, web, email, etc.) for various audiences supporting town halls, other forums and developing targeted enterprise messaging and driving other communications deliverables.