Corporate Internal and External Communications Specialist/Copy Editor

Description LI-Hybrid For more than three decades, premier organizations have trusted IPM to lead the successful execution of their strategic portfolios and critically important initiatives. Headquartered in Burr Ridge, IL with offices in Boston, Parsippany, Minneapolis, St. Louis, Los Angeles, and San Francisco, IPM has led more than 5,000 projects for over 500 clients. Our clients range from Fortune 100 companies to start-ups. We are a certified "Great Place to Work" company and have been named to the Great Place to Work list of "Best Workplaces in Consulting and Professional Services". We are seeking a Communications Specialist to join our Communication and Creative Services team in our headquarters office in Burr Ridge, IL. Primary Responsibilities and Duties

• Edit and develop internal and client-facing content to create compelling communications and assets that highlight key messages, tell a story, and connect with diverse audiences and influential stakeholder groups.
• Serve as IPM's communication expert, providing consultation on clear and effective messaging, grammatical accuracy, and platform usage; translating complex ideas into meaningful narratives and actionable strategies; and keeping up with communication trends and best practices.
• Support executives and senior leaders in developing high-impact internal and external communications deliverables and campaigns.
• Create strategic communication strategies and campaigns for defined short-term client and internal projects.
• Serve as primary developer and content manager for large, multi-author documents and proposals, ensuring a consistent, unified voice, advising on format and core messages, managing collaborators, and producing the final product.
• Lead and evolve IPM's Internal Communications Program.
• Manage IPM's internal digest and support content development for IPM's companywide newsletter.
• Advise on and govern posts and communication strategy for IPM's internal SharePoint Online site.
• Partner with internal teams to develop improved solutions and content for proposal development and contract management.
• Serve as key administrator for IPM's Project Performance Evaluation (PPE) survey process.
• Contribute to the Communication and Creative Services ("CCS") team's strategic plan, and propose innovations and improvements to CCS offerings and processes.
• Creatively enhance requests and provide back-up graphic design and presentation design support.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Collaboration and Company Advocacy

• Provide/receive peer and supervisor performance feedback as appropriate.
• Consistently represent IPM's philosophies and standards (as stated in Our Mission and Beliefs) in interactions with co-workers, clients, potential clients, etc. to portray a positive image and maintain and enhance IPM's reputation.
• Focus on building healthy, communicative relationships with coworkers, clients and others.
• Complete activities that promote professional development, including Development Plan and training objectives.
• Support IPM's established initiatives and Annual Plan imperatives.
• Comply with IPM's policies and procedures, including best practices in the office, safety, and appearance.

Required Skills, Knowledge and Personal Characteristics

• Exceptional copy-editing abilities and editorial judgment, with a strong adherence to selected style parameters (especially Chicago Manual of Style).
• Advanced understanding of narrative structure, storytelling techniques, and content/message development.
• Expertise in using imagery and design constructs to reinforce written concepts.
• Demonstrated ability to manage information from various sources, creating alignment and providing proactive, timely solutions.
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills with ability to collaborate and manage relationships across all levels of an organization.
• Highly adaptable and able to manage multiple priorities and ambiguity in a fast-paced environment with interruptions, competing priorities, and unpredictable deadlines.
• Creative and curious with a continuous improvement mindset and willingness to fail; resourceful and takes initiative to exceed expectations
• Eager to learn and grow knowledge and skillset within writing, communication, and design disciplines.
• Ability to lead and contribute in a team environment.

Required Education and Training

• Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, or similar field.
• 5+ years in communications or editing role.
• Proficient in Word, Adobe Reader, and PowerPoint. Strong competency in SharePoint Online.

Comprehensive Compensation and Benefits Program 100% employer-paid health for employees and 85% paid health for dependents; 401(k)matching, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation, holiday, personal and sick time, among many others; salary range is $75,000 - $90,000 dependent on experience. Working Conditions

• May require extended hours including weekend/holiday work.

Disclaimer: Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, and market / business considerations. IPM is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. Apply tot his job