Communications Strategist - NORTHWESTERN MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE

JOB REQUIREMENTS: At Northwestern Mutual, we are strong, innovative and
growing. We invest in our people. We care and make a positive
difference. We're strong and growing. In a company with such a long and
storied history, this may be the most exciting and important time to be
a part of Northwestern Mutual. We're strong, innovative and growing. We
invest in our people. We provide opportunities for employees to grow
themselves, their career and in turn, our business. We care. We make a
positive difference in our communities. Nationally, thousands have
benefitted from our support of research and programs to fight childhood
cancer. Each year, our Foundation, employees and financial
representatives donate time, talent and financial support to causes
they're passionate about. Summary The Communications Strategist works
with the Field Communications team to help develop, implement, and
manage communications that support and advance the company's priorities
for our Field (20,000+ members of our exclusive distribution system).
You'll work with a variety of business partners to understand business
objectives, and then build and deliver communication plans that inform,
educate and influence field leaders, advisors and teams, as well as
other stakeholders. You'll help define communication objectives,
determine delivery strategies, and create assets (communication plans,
talking points, articles, videos, and presentations) that build
awareness and understanding of Field priorities. Through close
collaboration with colleagues and target audiences, you'll brainstorm
innovative communication ideas and approaches, and demonstrate
effectiveness through measurement and program assessment. This role
works in a fast-paced environment with high-performing teams. Your
ideas, energy, creativity, and commitment to excellence will always be
welcomed and expected. Primary Duties & Responsibilities Plan, manage,
and implement integrated communication programs that inform and align
target audiences with strategic priorities. Synthesize and distill
complex information to tell clear, comprehensive and engaging stories
for a variety of audiences. Identify and connect collaborations across
multiple teams as part of an integrated, cross-functional team. Evaluate
the effectiveness of communications and assess the return on the
communications investment. Act as a trusted partner to assistant
director and mentor communication specialist. Guide the work of internal
partners, outside vendors and contractors, as appropriate, to ensure
that execution supports the communication strategies and achieves
business partner objectives. Qualifications Bachelor's degree 6 or more
years of experience in professional communications, public relations,
organizational communication, marketing or related communication field.
Demonstrated experience with communications planning, objective setting
and... For full info follow application link. EEO/AA
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special disabled veterans and other veterans are encouraged to apply.