Job Description:
Location: This position will also travel to the Warren, New Jersey office as required.
Key Responsibilities
Communications Strategy & Leadership
- Develop and implement an integrated corporate communications strategy that advances the company's brand, mission and business goals.
- Partner with senior executives to align messaging across all functions, ensuring consistency and clarity throughout the organization.
- Manage communications budget, third party relationships and vendor contracts to maximize efficiency and impact.
- Proactively identify reputational risks, develop mitigation strategies and advise leadership on sensitive communications matters.
- Manage communications during regulatory, legal, or operational incidents to protect the organization's reputation and stakeholder trust.
Media Relations & Public Affairs
- Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with journalists, editors and media outlets across print, broadcast and digital channels.
- Serve as a primary company spokesperson and media contact; prepare and coach executives for press interactions, interviews and public speaking engagements.
- Oversee the development and distribution of press releases, media statements, bylines and thought leadership content.
- Monitor media coverage, analyze trends and provide regular reporting on earned media performance and share of voice.
Executive & Internal Communications
- Develop compelling communications on behalf of C-suite leaders, including speeches, presentations, town halls, op-eds and board materials.
- Design and oversee internal communications programs that reinforce company culture, values and strategic priorities across the employee base.
- Collaborate with HR and People Operations on change management communications for organizational transformations, M&A activity and workforce announcements.
Marketing, Business Development & Digital Presence
- Plan and execute client events, sponsorships and industry engagements that build brand visibility and strengthen key relationships.
- Develop and produce marketing and sales materials to support new business origination and reinsurance partnership efforts.
- Maintain and update the company website, LinkedIn and other digital and social channels to ensure a consistent and current brand presence.
Job Requirements/Qualifications:
Salary: The base range is $158k - $247k. Salary determination are based on various factors, including but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and location.
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor’s degree in communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
- 10+ years of progressive experience in corporate communications, public relations, or a related discipline, with at least 3–5 years in a leadership role.
- Prior experience working within an insurance organization is required (e.g., carrier, reinsurer, MGA, broker, or related insurance/financial services entity).
- Demonstrated track record managing complex media relationships and driving earned media coverage at a national or global scale.
- Proven experience leading crisis communications, including developing response protocols and managing high-stakes situations under pressure.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft executive-level narratives and simplify complex topics for diverse audiences.
- Strong executive presence with experience advising C-suite leaders and building trust at the highest organizational levels.
Preferred
- Experience in the insurance, financial services, or professional services sector.
- Familiarity with digital communications platforms, content management systems and social media monitoring tools.
- Experience with investor relations communications or ESG/sustainability reporting.
- Multilingual proficiency or experience supporting global communications programs.
Core Competencies
- Strategic Thinking & Vision
- Influence & Executive Presence
- Stakeholder Management & Relationship Building
- Adaptability & Composure Under Pressure
- Team Leadership & Talent Development
- Data-Driven Decision Making
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