Associate Communications Manager

Independence Blue Cross

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 7 days ago
Bring your drive for excellence, teamwork, and customer commitment to Independence. Join us as we renew and reimagine the future of health care. Together, we will achieve our mission to enhance the health and well-being of the people and communities we serve.The Associate Communications Manager serves as a senior-level counsel to divisional leaders on internal communications, engagement planning, and execution in support of divisional business goals and corporate associate engagement and talent goals. This position will consult with leaders, partner with business clients and Human Resources colleagues, and develop and execute effective approaches to leadership communications, internal communications, and associate engagement. This position reports to the Director, Corporate Communications.Responsibilities:· Serve as a communications planning lead for multiple client groups. Understand and translate for internal audiences the strategic communications priorities of senior leaders. Advise leaders on best practices and put together strategic and tactical communications plans and recommended approaches.
  • Provide matrix management oversight of communications specialists as needed for executive communications projects for clients.
  • Provide tactical communications support to executive/senior leaders, including drafting organizational announcements, talking points, and presentations; conducting communications coaching; supporting divisional town hall meetings; and more.
  • Partner with HR business partners and the HR client-facing team on the development and support of associate engagement action plans.
  • Work closely with members of the Corporate Communications team to ensure that internal and external corporate messages are aligned.
  • Contribute to efficient tracking and reporting of departmental communications efforts.
Qualifications:
  • Ten (10) or more years of directly related experience in communications, including two (2) years or more of supervisory and leadership experience.
  • Strong cross-functional collaboration skills, strategic mindset, and ability to connect the dots are essential. Requires extensive cross-functional collaboration with colleagues in client groups and Human Resources to deliver excellent client-focused service.
  • Ability to represent the department with key senior stakeholders and influence different levels of the organization, from front-line associates to officer-level positions.
  • Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
  • Excellent written and verbal skills.
Hybrid:Independence has implemented a “Hybrid” model which consists of Associates working in the office 3 days a week (Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday) and remotely 2 days a week (Monday & Friday). This role is designated as a role that fits into the “Hybrid” model. While associates may work remotely on our designated remote days, the work must be performed in the Tri-State Area of Delaware, New Jersey, or PennsylvaniaIBX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or disability.Must have an Android or iOS device that is compatible with the free Microsoft Authenticator app.Inclusion and BelongingAt IBX, everyone can feel valued, supported, and comfortable to be themselves, and all associates have a fair opportunity to achieve their full potential. We put these principles into action every day by acting with integrity and respect. Celebrating and embracing diverse thoughts and perspectives that make up our workforce means our company is more vibrant, innovative, and better able to support the people and communities we serve.About Our CompanyServing more than 8 million people nationwide, including 2.5 million in southeastern Pennsylvania, Independence Health Group - together with its subsidiaries - is the leading health insurance organization in the Philadelphia region. Our mission to build healthier lives for you, your family, and your employees shapes our actions and decisions every day.At Independence, we see each of our members as an individual, with unique needs and concerns. We're dedicated to harnessing the very latest ideas and technologies to deliver access to care that meets those needs and surpasses your expectations. For more information about Independence access our website at . We're revolutionizing health care, and our focus is on you!Equal Employment OpportunityIBX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or disability.Agency DisclaimerAll resumes submitted directly to an Independence Blue Cross employee from a vendor via email, the Internet or in any other form without a valid written search agreement in place for this position from the Independence Blue Cross Family of Companies Human Resources Department will be deemed the sole property of Independence Blue Cross and the Independence Blue Cross Family of Companies. Please note that no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Independence Blue Cross or the Independence Blue Cross Family of Companies as a result of the referral or through means other than our established process.

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