Communications Specialist (Consumer Benefit Solutions)

Communications Specialist, Consumer Benefit Solutions Are you a writer looking to share your expertise? Are you able to take complex information and synthesize it into something that’s clear and informative? If so, our Communications Specialist role may be the one for you! This is a virtual role with the flexibility to work anywhere within the continental United States. Candidates based near Hammonton, NJ will be expected to work in a hybrid arrangement (combination of remote and in-office). Aon is in the business of better decisions. At Aon, we shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world. As an organization, we are united through trust as one inclusive, diverse team, and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed. What The Day Will Look Like Employer-sponsored health and welfare benefit programs form the foundation of the U.S. health care system. These programs have evolved over time as employers have attempted to handle the changing needs of employees, rising program costs, and the impact of both legislation and global pandemic. About We’re looking for a talented writer with real-world experience who can translate complex and potentially dry topics into stories that drive employees to make wise decisions about health. As a writer and communications professional, you will: Produce compelling benefits curriculum for our clients – and ultimately serve the employees who are facing real-world benefits decisions Read and understand business documents, and write user-friendly content in response Prepare benefit guides, voiceover scripts, articles, and other employee-facing content Understand and help evolve our industry’s best practices to create work that is clear, relevant, timely, and efficient Work in Office documents, including Word and PowerPoint; various Aon content and web tools; and Adobe applications such as Adobe InCopy or even InDesign. Work with short turnaround times to prepare crisp and concise presentations, text, and even infographics Prioritize tasks based on deadline proximity and client need, working with a tight group of other communicators, designers, and consultants How This Opportunity Is Different A competitive total rewards package and tremendous potential with a growing worldwide organization. The opportunity to champion a culture of efficiency, growth, and operational readiness, engage in collaborative projects, and build partnerships across the enterprise to help Consumer Benefit Solutions enable their clients and their employees make better benefit decisions. Skills and Experience That Will Lead To Success 1‑3 years of “consumer‑facing” writing experience, ideally in a healthcare, policy or science setting, but other areas are welcome Experience delivering accurate, timely and engaging messages Project‑related experience and effective interpersonal and time‑management skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office products such as Word, PowerPoint, and Excel is required, as is basic online and social media competency. Excellent command of the English language, expert proofreading and editorial skills, and an eye for detail and layout Proficiency with other publishing software such as Adobe InDesign is a plus, as is experience in information analysis and visualization. There are opportunities to advance design skills in this role if desired. Strong understanding of graphic design or marketing is a plus Adobe InDesign, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Creative Cloud, design, event planning, event management, budgeting, budget management, and guest service. Education Bachelor’s Degree with major in Communication, Marketing, Journalism, Advertising, or a related degree preferred, but open to other majors and experience. A portfolio with writing samples is required to be uploaded or linked. Pay Transparency The salary range for this position (intended for U.S. applicants) is $65,000–$75,000 annually. The actual salary will vary based on applicant’s education, experience, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. The salary may also be adjusted based on applicant’s geographic location. How We Support Our Colleagues Aon offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full‑time and regular part‑time colleagues, including, but not limited to: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; an employee stock purchase plan; consideration for long‑term incentive awards at Aon’s discretion; medical, dental and vision insurance; various types of leaves of absence; paid time off including 12 paid holidays throughout the calendar year, 15 days of paid vacation per year, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws; short‑term disability and optional long‑term disability; health savings account; health care and dependent care reimbursement accounts; employee and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; optional personal insurance policies; adoption assistance; tuition assistance; commuter benefits; and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies. In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we encourage an inclusive workforce. Our agile environment allows you to manage your wellbeing and work/life balance, ensuring you can be your best self at Aon. Furthermore, all colleagues enjoy two “Global Wellbeing Days” each year, encouraging you to take time to focus on yourself. We offer a variety of working style solutions for our colleagues as well. Our continuous learning culture inspires and equips you to learn, share and grow, helping you achieve your fullest potential. As a result, at Aon, you are more connected, more relevant, and more valued. Aon values an innovative and inclusive workplace where all colleagues feel empowered to be their authentic selves. Aon is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Aon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran, marital, domestic partner status, or other legally protected status. People with criminal histories are encouraged to apply. We welcome applications from all and provide individuals with disabilities with reasonable adjustments to participate in the job application, interview process and to perform essential job functions once onboard. If you would like to learn more about the reasonable accommodations we provide, email View email address on click.appcast.io. For positions in San Francisco and Los Angeles, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction record in accordance with local Fair Chance ordinances. 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