Corporate Communications, Principal - Finance, Law and ...

Job Description Your Role The Corporate Communications team is responsible for the reputation of Blue Shield of California with all audiences-internal and external. The Corporate Communications, Principal will report to the Corporate Communications Director. In this role you will support internal and external communications for the finance and law functions of the company, including writing/editing employee communications, supporting executive visibility of the Chief Financial Officer and Chief Legal Officer, and supporting special projects as needed. . Your Work In this role, you will: Be a communications lead for one or more business units, CEO directs, lines of business and/or key company initiatives (e.g., Growth, Strategy & Health Solutions, Law, Finance, IT, People & Engagement, Government Affairs, Transformation & Customer Experience, Corporate Citizenship, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, etc.) Partner with executive leadership and key stakeholders to design and implement strategic communications plans in support of Blue Shield of California priorities with the goal of establishing, advancing and maintaining a favorable corporate reputation with targeted audiences, including employees, providers, brokers, public officials, opinion leaders, regulators, consumers and media Create employee communications that provide clarity, confidence and connection to our mission, strategy and leadership team Design executive visibility programs to build our brand and reputation and develop message platforms to ensure we tell a consistent story Oversee, develop and/or support corporate communications campaigns and strategies on corporate priorities Write, edit and disseminate and coordinate messaging on issues or programs for use by all communications representatives in the company, including talking points, FAQs, statements, news releases, blog posts, presentations, letters, alerts and other documents Drive creative discussions and develop creative briefs and concepts to execute across a variety of media (videos, webinar presentations, events/meetings) Coach and prepare executives for speaking engagements with internal and external audiences Develop messaging to ensure we tell a consistent story Mentor other team members to learn, grow and contribute to a high-performing team Qualifications Your Knowledge and Experience Requires a college degree or equivalent experience and minimum 10 years of prior relevant experience Requires mastery level knowledge of job area typically obtained through advanced education combined with experience Requires deep knowledge of project management Requires experience in strategic communications, including a demonstrated track record of providing advice and counsel to management, developing and executing successful communications strategies and programs Requires excellent verbal and presentation skills, executive presence, professionalism, and ability to influence C-level executives and build partnerships at all levels Requires outstanding creative writing skills with ability to capture executive voice and simplify and elevate their content Requires the ability to think strategically and create strategic and implementation plans that drive results Requires experience in both internal and external communications Requires excellent analytical and problem solving skills Pay Range: The pay range for this role is: $ 136400.00 to $ 204600.00 for California. Note: Please note that this range represents the pay range for this and many other positions at Blue Shield that fall into this pay grade. Blue Shield salaries are based on a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, location (California, Bay area, or outside California), and current employee salaries for similar roles. About the Team Blue Shield of California's mission is to ensure all Californians have access to high-quality health care at a sustainably affordable price. We are transforming health care in a way that genuinely serves our nonprofit mission by lowering costs, improving quality, and enhancing the member and physician experience. To fulfill our mission, we must ensure a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment where all employees can be their authentic selves and fully contribute to meet the needs of the multifaceted communities we serve. Our continued commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion upholds our values and advances our goal of creating a healthcare system that is worthy of our family and friends while addressing health disparities, promoting social justice, and integrating health equity through our products, business practices, and presence as a corporate citizen. Blue Shield has received awards and recognition for being a certified Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work, Military Friendly Employer, People Companies that Care, a Leading Disability Employer, and one of California's top companies in volunteering and giving. Here at Blue Shield, we strive to make a positive change across our industry and communities - join us! Our Values: Honest . We hold ourselves to the highest ethical and integrity standards. We build trust by doing what we say we're going to do and by acknowledging and correcting where we fall short. Human . We strive to be our authentic selves, listening and communicating effectively, and showing empathy towards others by walking in their shoes. Courageous . We stand up for what we believe in and are committed to the hard work necessary to achieve our ambitious goals. Our Workplace Model: Blue Shield of California is dedicated to making work-life balance a reality. Whether you prefer to work in an office or from home, we understand flexibility is more important than ever. That's why Blue Shield is a hybrid company, offering you the opportunity to decide where you can do your best and most meaningful work. Two ways of working: Hybrid (our default) and office Hybrid - In a business unit approved office a few times per year to 3 days per week, on average Office - In a business unit approved office 4+ days a week, on average. If the role you're applying for is deemed an "Essential Role," the company has determined that the role can only be performed in a Blue Shield office or in the field and would require your to meet the office worker classification. Physical Requirements: Office Environment - roles involving part to full time schedule in Office Environment. Due to the current public health emergency in California, Blue Shield employees are almost all working remotely. Based in our physical offices and work from home office/deskwork - Activity level: Sedentary, frequency most of work day. Please click here for further physical requirement detail. Equal Employment Opportunity: External hires must pass a background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with arrest records and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, State and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability status and any other classification protected by Federal, State and local laws.

Created: 2024-10-19