Communications Content Manager - Retirement

Communications Content Manager - Retirement -

Location :

1901 Chestnut AveGlenview, Illinois, 60025United States

Category : Communications

Date Needed by : 3 / 1 / 2025

Primary Duties and Responsibilities :

Do you have strong communications expertise and a passion for storytelling that engages audiences? Are you energized by using your talents to develop a wide variety of communications, knowing each workday may bring a new communication opportunity? Does working for an organization that has been recognized eight years in a row as one of Chicago's Best and Brightest Companies to Work For® (2017 - 2024) and acknowledged seven years in a row (2018 - 2024) as a National Best and Brightest Companies to Work For® excite you? Are you looking for a flexible work arrangement at a company that is easily accessible via public transportation (Metra)?

If you answered yes, Wespath Benefits and Investments has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Communications Content Manager. The individual in this role will provide communication support for an interrelated group of business areas ("clients") : Retirement Services, Benefits Education and Customer Service and serve as a communication liaison for Plan Sponsor Relations. They will develop and implement communication strategies and tactical work plans for these clients, managing content creation from concept to execution. They will adhere to timelines and project schedules, partner with design and production staff on creative needs and obtain internal approvals as appropriate.

Wespath is an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to a diverse and inclusive company culture and does not discriminate against applicants and employees because of disability, sex, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, or any other protected status under the law.

More specifically, as the Communications Content Manager - Retirement you will have the following responsibilities : Storytelling and Content Creation :

With a mindset of curiosity, and with guidance from communication managers and clients, develop stories that help advance the clients' business objectives and support the organization. Write, edit and proofread digital and print content for client department projects and organizational projects.C

ommunication Strategy : Plan, develop, coordinate and maintain quarterly client department communication strategy and work plan documentation.P

roject Management :

Manage and support projects as delegated and directed by the Communications Manager - Benefits and / or Managing Director. Leverage the department's project / production management platform (Monday.com) to manage all communication aspects of projects. Manage client communication processes and project elements, including the internal review process.M

eeting and Event Content :

Provide tactical support as assigned for external organization events (educational forums, trainings, webinars, etc.), whether in person or virtual. Includes development of relevant content and materials. Serve as co-project manager for signature annual Benefits virtual event.W

eb and Social Content Support :

Partner with the website manager and social media manager to leverage these vehicles as an audience engagement tactic in communications tactics. Use data-driven insights to optimize content.General Communication Department Support :

Provide peer review (editing and proofreading) for Communication Department project materials.Communications Content Manager - Retirement Compensation and Benefits :

Medical, dental, vision and well-being benefits from our HealthFlex Exchange on day one.8% employer contribution to retirement plan with an additional match up to 2% on day one.22 days of PTO 12 paid holidays.Hybrid working arrangement.The compensation range for this position is $100,000 - $111,000 with a bonus opportunity and customary benefits. Final compensation will be set based on the hired applicant's qualifications (education, training, and / or experience related to this role), and as such, may fall outside the range shown.#LI-CW1 #LI-hybrid

Minimum Requirements / Qualifications :

Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, English or equivalent work experience.7 years as a communication professional in a corporate or similar environment. Experience creating content for retirement benefits or financial communications a plus.Ability to articulate the communications "process" from concept through production.Proven experience producing high quality, integrated communications from concept through production, including experience writing for print, video, podcasting, the web, social media and other electronic media.Excellent project management skills, including ability to create and maintain ongoing project schedules and deliver to established deadlines. Skilled in adapting to changing requirements as needed.

Wespath Benefits and Investments is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in hiring.

Salary : $100,000 - $111,000