Senior Integrated Communications Specialist

Zurich Insurance Company Ltd.•Kostrzyn upon Oder, IL

5d•$95,000 - $157,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Zurich U.S., a leading global provider of commercial insurance products and services, is seeking a Senior Integrated Communications Specialist to join their Communications team. This individual contributor role will focus on developing and executing integrated communications plans to advance business priorities, enhance Zurich’s reputation, and engage key audiences. The position can be based in Zurich’s offices in suburban Schaumburg, Illinois, or downtown Chicago. The ideal candidate is a strong writer and agile communications professional who can collaborate across stakeholder groups, develop communications plans rooted in business strategy, and translate business priorities into clear, compelling content. They should possess journalistic initiative, sound judgment, and familiarity with commercial insurance or the industries Zurich serves in the U.S.

Requirements

Bachelors Degree in Communications or Marketing or Journalism or Public Relations and 7 or more years of experience in the Communications or Marketing or Media Relations or Public Relations area OR Associate Degree in Communications or Marketing or Journalism or Public Relations and 7 or more years of experience in the Communications or Marketing or Media Relations or Public Relations area OR High School Diploma or Equivalent and 9 or more years of experience in the Communications or Marketing or Media Relations or Public Relations area
5 or more years experience developing organizational publications and promotional materials
Fluency with Microsoft 365 applications including Copilot

Nice To Haves

Agency and/or journalism experience
Experience developing B2B communications programs and content
Experience writing on deadline for business, trade, financial services, insurance or other complex industries.
Experience using analytics and measurement tools to evaluate communications effectiveness and inform future content decisions.
Familiarity with commercial insurance, financial services, risk management or business-to-business industries such as Construction, Energy, Technology, Financial Services or Professional Services.
Demonstrated ability to turn technical or complex topics into clear, compelling content.
Strong news judgment and demonstrated ability to connect communications activities to business priorities and commercial outcomes.
Comfort working in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Draft high-quality external content including press releases, talking points, Q&As, media statements, executive remarks, social copy, award nominations and web copy that align with brand standards.
Develop and update core positioning, communications plans and briefing materials that support executive visibility, thought leadership, strategic initiatives and business announcements.
Provide communications counsel to executives and cross-functional leaders on messaging, reputational considerations, positioning and media strategy.
Build relationships with relevant business, trade and industry media; proactively identify media and speaking opportunities; develop pitches; and respond to media inquiries.
Prepare and coordinate media training, briefing materials and coaching for executives and subject matter experts ahead of interviews, panels and public engagements.
Support crisis and issues‑management communications, including scenario planning, aligned messaging and materials development.
Monitor emerging issues, industry developments and competitive dynamics, translating insights into communications strategies and external media opportunities.
Track and report on communications performance, including media coverage, audience engagement and other business-relevant metrics to guide continuous improvement.
Collaborate effectively with colleagues to help implement and promote communication plans and marketing campaigns.
Support updates to communications resources and guidelines.
Manage multiple communications projects with strong prioritization, organization and deadline discipline.
Build knowledge of insurance concepts, brand standards and supported business areas.