Unum · 7 hours ago
Director of Corporate Communications
Portland, ME
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$90K/yr - $170K/yr
10+ years expUnum is a Fortune 500 company committed to helping employees thrive through comprehensive benefits and services. The Director of Corporate Communications will lead the development and implementation of integrated communications strategies to promote Unum Group, protect its reputation, and engage key audiences effectively.
FinanceFinancial ServicesInsurance
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
Qualification
Required
Requires Bachelor's degree 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
Preferred
Previous experience in a corporate setting or the insurance or financial services industry is preferred, but not required
Benefits
Award-winning culture
Inclusion and diversity as a priority
Performance Based Incentive Plans
Competitive benefits package that includes: Health, Vision, Dental, Short & Long-Term Disability
Generous PTO (including paid time to volunteer!)
Up to 9.5% 401(k) employer contribution
Mental health support
Career advancement opportunities
Student loan repayment options
Tuition reimbursement
Flexible work environments
All the benefits listed above are subject to the terms of their individual Plans.
Company
Unum
Since our founding in 1848, Unum has been a leader in the employee benefits business through innovation, integrity and an unwavering commitment to our customers.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$700M2025-11-11Post Ipo Debt· $300M
2024-06-05Post Ipo Debt· $400M
1986-11-14IPO
Leadership Team
Curt Burghardt
Vice President People Delivery
Mike Schubert
Vice President Of Technology
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