Mid-Level Global External Communications Specialist
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Job Summary:
Aon is a global provider of risk management, insurance and reinsurance brokerage, human resources solutions, and outsourcing services. They are seeking a Global External Communications Specialist to support their Global Media Relations team by drafting external communications, managing editorial calendars, and supporting media monitoring and analytics.
Responsibilities:
• Provide day-to-day support to the Global External Communications team, including drafting content and project management.
• Draft and edit external-facing materials such as press releases, social media posts and blog content for the firm's newsroom.
• Maintain and update content calendars for global social media channels, blog posts and press releases to ensure timely and coordinated messaging.
• Assist in the use and maintenance of media monitoring tools (e.g., Meltwater, Cision) to track coverage, compile reports and analyze media trends.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to gather content, approvals and feedback for media materials.
• Monitor company news through email alerts and trade publications.
• Monitor industry news and competitor activity to inform media strategy and content development.
• Actively use AI tools in communications activities to enhance efficiency, creativity, and strategic impact.
• Collaborate with marketing and internal communication colleagues to support the Aon United strategy, promoting the Aon story and assisting partners in delivering their goals.
• Support other global communication channels and platforms, including podcasts and other audio/video formats.
Qualifications:
Required:
• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in a communications, PR or media coordination role.
• Excellent writing and editing skills with a strong command of grammar and AP style.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a focus on clarity and accuracy.
• Detail-oriented and highly organized, especially in managing content calendars and deadlines.
• Technically proficient with media monitoring tools such as Meltwater and Cision.
• Takes initiative and follows through on tasks with a proactive and dependable work ethic.
• Proactive and dependable in supporting senior team members and managing logistics.
• Collaborative and team-oriented, able to work across departments and with multiple stakeholders.
• Passion for collaboration and supporting cross-functional teams.
• Curious and informed about media trends and digital communications best practices.
Preferred:
• Familiarity with social media platforms and content management systems is a plus.
• Innovative and strategic in using AI tools for communications.
• Experience with global communication channels and platforms, including podcasts and other audio/video formats.
Company:
Aon is a global provider of risk management, insurance and reinsurance brokerage, human resources solutions, and outsourcing services. Founded in 1979, the company is headquartered in London, England, GBR, with a team of 10001+ employees. The company is currently Public Company.
Seniority level
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
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Full-time
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