What are the responsibilities and job description for the Communications Specialist - HEM position at JM Huber Corporation?
Portfolio Business: Huber Engineered Materials
J.M. Huber Corporation is one of the largest privately held, family-owned companies in the United States. Established in 1883, we are a diversified, global supplier of specialty and commodity chemicals, hydrocolloid solutions, engineered wood products and natural resources to customers spanning a wide variety of industries. With approximately $3 billion in sales and 4,000 employees worldwide, we have a material presence in more than 20 countries.
Position Summary
As a member of J.M. Huber Corporation’s Corporate Communications team, the Communications Specialist draws on various communications skills augmenting a foundation of strong writing to tell stories and provide clear and accurate information to employees and other stakeholders within the Huber Engineered Materials business. Project management, the ability to build networks and an attention for details will be important for supporting Huber’s strategies, initiatives and businesses with engaging content across various platforms.
Key Responsibilities
- Research and write internal news items, including but not limited to employee recognition stories, updates on strategic activities and projects, financial updates, personnel announcements, and infographics
- Review and edit materials created by others
- Write and maintain external website and intranet content
- Support development of internal presentations for executives
- Provide content on corporate social media channels
- Ability to manage numerous projects on tight deadlines.
- May perform other duties as needed
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Excellent written and oral communication skills with employees and stakeholders at all levels of the organization globally
- Ability to understand corporate financial reports and translate data into non-financial language employees will understand
- Basic knowledge of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion issues and topics, community engagement programs as well as Environmental, Social, Governance (ESG) frameworks and sustainability reporting
- Can manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment including working outside of traditional office hours/OT as necessary
- Must work well independently with little supervision as well as collaborate within a team environment
- Work performed in a cubicle in an open area with high traffic and activity
Requirements
- Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or closely related field
- 2 years of corporate writing or content production experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience considered.
- Basic graphic design, videography, photography and social media experience a plus.
- Excellent knowledge of Office 365 full suite of tools (OneDrive, OneNote, SharePoint Online, Teams, PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Outlook)
Our employees are our strongest asset, and their safety, health, and well-being is our highest priority. We respect the individual by providing opportunities for professional and personal development. Our Principles drive us to create an inclusive workplace where employees share core values, show dignity and respect toward others, and work hard to achieve their best performance.
J.M. Huber Corporation is an EEO / AAP employer. Pre-employment drug screening is required
