Russell Investment Group

Internal Communications Specialist

Russell Investment Group$85K — $95K *
Business Services
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 2–4 years in corporate/internal communications or PR, preferably in financial services/asset management
  • Demonstrated ability to execute internal communications strategies with clear, engaging messaging
  • Strong relationship-building skills across all organizational levels
  • Detail-oriented and organized, with a solutions-oriented mindset
  • Bachelor's degree in Communications, Business, Journalism, English, or related field
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office tools, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate on global internal communications initiatives aligning with business goals
  • Write and edit diverse content, enhancing employee engagement and firm reputation
  • Lead planning and delivery of global town halls with senior leaders
  • Manage internal communication channels, ensuring engaging and accessible content
  • Build relationships with HR, Marketing, Legal, Compliance, and business leaders for consistent communication
  • Monitor industry trends to identify internal engagement opportunities
  • Track and analyze effectiveness of communications and employee engagement initiatives

Benefits

  • Annual performance bonus eligibility
  • Participation in competitive healthcare programs
  • Comprehensive retirement benefits
  • Generous vacation package
  • Access to employee wellbeing programs
Full Job Description
Salary Range:
$85,000 USD - $95,000 USD

Specific compensation will be based on candidate’s experience, skills, qualifications, commercial considerations, and other job-related factors permitted by law. At Russell Investments, salary is just one part of our compensation package. Our total rewards approach includes an annual performance bonus (subject to eligibility criteria) in addition to participation in our competitive benefits programs including healthcare, retirement, vacation, and wellbeing programs.


Job Description:

We’relooking for a communications professional who combines analytical rigor with creative flair. This role will help develop and execute a global internal communications strategy that keeps employees across the Americas, EMEA, APAC, and Mumbaiinformed, engaged, and aligned with the firm's business priorities, culture, and values. The ideal candidate is a proactive, intellectually curious communicator who thrives in a collaborative, global environment and is eager to learn about our business, our clients, and the asset management industry.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Strategic Communications Support: Collaborate onglobal internal communicationsinitiatives, helping to develop and execute communications plans that align with business goals while partnering closely with regional teams and external communications colleagues to ensure consistent, integrated messaging. 

  • Content Development:Write and edit a range of content, including employee announcements, FAQs, intranet content, and web content that informs employees and strengthens the firm's reputation.

  • Global Town Halls:Lead the planning,coordinationand delivery of global town halls, partnering with senior leaders and cross-functional teams to develop agendas, messagingand supporting materials, while managing the technology and production requiredfor a seamless global broadcast.

  • Channel Management:Help manage internal communication channels, including the intranet, email newsletters, videos,collaboration platforms, and digital signage, ensuring content istimely, engaging, andaccessible.

  • Cross-Functional Partnership:Build strong relationships with colleagues across Human Resources, Marketing, Legal, Compliance, regional communications teams, and business leaders to develop and deliver timely, consistent communications that support strategic priorities and align with the firm's broader messaging.

  • Research and Trend Monitoring: Keep abreast of industry trends and the competitive landscape toidentifyopportunities for internalengagement. Prepare analyses that support businessobjectivesand keep the team informed of relevant market developments. 

  • Metrics and Reporting: Track and analyzethe effectiveness of internal communications and employee engagement initiatives, compiling regular reports that measure impact,identifytrends, and inform future communicationsstrategies. 

Qualifications 

  • Experience:2–4 years of experience in corporate communications, internal communications, or PR, preferably in financial services or asset management.PreviousPR agency experience is a plus, as is experience supporting global organizations or working across multiple regions.

  • Communication Skills:Proven ability todevelop and executeinternal communications strategies, with a track recordof delivering clear, engaging messaging that informs, aligns, and inspires employees.Experience collaborating across regions and partnering with internal and external communications teams is preferred.

  • Judgment and Collaboration:Demonstrated professionalism, sound judgment, and discretion in handling sensitive information, with the ability to build trusted relationships and communicate effectively across all levels of the organization. 

  • Execution and Organization:Highly organized and detail-oriented, with a solutions-oriented mindset and the ability to manage multiple priorities, adapt to changing business needs, and deliver high-quality work in a fast-paced environment.

  • Education:Bachelor's degree in Communications, Business, Journalism, English, or a related writing-intensive discipline is preferred.

  • Tools and Software:Proficiencywith Microsoft Office tools, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook.

This role is not eligible for employment-based immigration sponsorship. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship, now or in the future.

About Russell Investment Group

Russell Investments is an investment management firm that provides a range of investment products and services to institutional investors, financial advisors, and individual investors. The company's offerings include mutual funds, exchange-traded funds (ETFs), and separately managed accounts. Russell Investments is known for its Russell Indexes, which are widely used as benchmarks for investment performance. The company was founded in 1936 and is headquartered in Seattle, Washington.
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