Director, Employee & Corporate Communications

Join Team Unum

This position directs the development and implementation of comprehensive and integrated communications strategies designed to promote Unum Group and its business entities/brands, protect its reputation, and inspire key audiences to act by delivering the right message at the right time in the right way to the right audience, whether internal or external to Unum Group.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
Direct the development and implementation of comprehensive communications strategies (internal and external) to deliver the business goals of the individual's assigned scope of work, (e.g., department, subject matter, channel, project)
Lead the development of key communications messages and ensure adherence of employee communications to these messages
Provide strategic communications counsel to executive leaders and key partners, including real-time advice to help navigate through sensitive or complex scenarios with effective communications support, guidance on use of communications tactics, and prep for key communications opportunities, including events, media relations, incident comms management, presentations and more
Maximize communications effectiveness by aligning, integrating, and thoughtfully pursuing content placement across paid, earned, shared, and owned channels
Support continuous improvement across Corporate Communications by focusing on outcome-based, measurable communications initiatives and maintaining an effective infrastructure for information sharing, two-way communication, and high-quality content delivery
Seek ways to enhance the employee experience through both messaging and methods, embracing emerging technologies and keeping an eye toward evolving audience needs
Partner on change and transformation efforts by developing and implementing communications plans that build and support awareness, adoption, and sustaining efforts
Actively collaborate with colleagues and leaders in pursuit of diversity of thought, personal development, and continuous improvement
Direct development of creative assets in partnership with Corporate Communications colleagues to support outcome of communications strategy
May perform other duties as assigned
Job Specifications
Requires Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience and minimum 10 years of progressively responsible communications experience in agency or in-house environment
Must possess outstanding written and verbal communications skills and news and business judgment
Must be a seasoned writer and editor.
Must be familiar with the creation and development of electronic and print publications
Must have demonstrated, through previous positions, an ability to think strategically with an ability to develop communications solutions that meet business outcomes and to navigate independently through change and ambiguity
Must have the ability to work successfully with senior leaders, including the chief executive officer, to provide communications counsel and support
Previous experience in a corporate setting or the insurance or financial services industry is preferred, but not required
Unum and Colonial Life are part of Unum Group, a Fortune 500 company and leading provider of employee benefits to companies worldwide. Headquartered in Chattanooga, TN, with international offices in Ireland, Poland and the UK, Unum also has significant operations in Portland, ME, and Baton Rouge, LA - plus over 35 US field offices. Colonial Life is headquartered in Columbia, SC, with over 40 field offices nationwide.
Unum is an equal opportunity employer, considering all qualified applicants and employees for hiring, placement, and advancement, without regard to a person's race, color, religion, national origin, age, genetic information, military status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, or protected veteran status.
The base salary range for applicants for this position is listed below. Unless actual salary is indicated above in the job description, actual pay will be based on skill, geographical location and experience.
$89,900.00-$169,900.00
Additionally, Unum offers a portfolio of benefits and rewards that are competitive and comprehensive including healthcare benefits (health, vision, dental), insurance benefits (short & long-term disability), performance-based incentive plans, paid time off, and a 401(k) retirement plan with an employer match up to 5% and an additional 4.5% contribution whether you contribute to the plan or not. All benefits are subject to the terms and conditions of individual Plans.