Marketing And Communications Specialist

We are current seeking a full time, remote Marketing and Communications Specialist to join a high-profile client's wellness team located in Spring, TX.

This role provides a flexible telecommuting working arrangement, with approximately 10% of travel expected.

Job Overview:

As a Marketing and Communications Specialist, your strength lies in your ability to communicate the benefits of the employee incentive program and promote total wellbeing of the client population.

You will be responsible for evaluating the client’s total well-being promotional needs and objectives, and sustaining successful health and well-being marketing communications through collaboration with the client. Additionally, you will promote internal and vendor partner programs and services, and evaluate the success of marketing communications over time.

What you will do:

• Serve as the primary marketing communications consultant to the client’s wellbeing core team.
• Reports on communication metrics to monitor employee engagement and results to demonstrate communication effectiveness.
• In partnership with the client, plan, develop and implement annual strategic internal communications plan to reach employee population.
• Post informative content to client’s platforms such as Yammer and Zoom to drive employee engagement.
• Serve as marketing communications project manager, managing and prioritizing projects and campaigns to meet deadlines, deliverables and budget.
• Collaborate with external printer on print projects, including obtaining pricing, seeking client approval, and providing mailing list and print-ready files.
• Research, write, edit and proofread copy for marketing communications collateral, such as brochures, emails, newsletters, intranet content, FAQ, digital signage and presentations.
• Edit and rewrite materials for consistent messaging, tone, readability, length, grammar, format, content requirements and compliance with client and AP style guides.
• Design new and edit existing marketing communications collateral.

What we are looking for:

• Excellent multi-tasking, time management, problem-solving and organizational skills with a steady dedication to excellence in communications/marketing.
• Competence with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Adobe InDesign.
• Effective and engaging public speaking skills with the ability to communicate professionally and appropriately with clients and participants.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (e.g., communication, marketing or related communication emphasis).
• Proven strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to speak and write clearly and effectively
• Exceptional writing, editing and proofreading skills
• Strong and efficient self-management, reporting and follow-up skills
• Ability to work comfortably with various levels of leadership
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously, work well under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining exceptional attention to detail
• Experience in internal or corporate communications, marketing strategies, or a comparable role.

About Us:

Plus One, part of the Optum Workplace Well-being portfolio of services, provides fitness and well-being services to clients across a broad range of industries, driving employee engagement in health and wellness programs. These services include fitness, nutrition, ergonomics, wellness coaching and health promotion. Our team members believe that the most effective way to help people adopt a healthier lifestyle is through personal connections infused with hospitality, empathy and a lot of fun.

Perks of working at Plus One, an Optum company include:

• Medical plan choices with Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options
• Internal development program
• Team member health and savings
  • Medical plan choices with Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options
  • Dental and Vision coverage plans
  • 401(k) Retirement & Savings Plan
  • Life Insurance (team member, spouse and dependents)
  • Short and Long Term Disability Plans
  • Accident & Critical Illness Insurance
  • Transportation and Parking Plans
• Dental and Vision coverage plans
• Employee Referral Reward program
• Wellness rewards program
• Paid time off
• Entertainment and consumer discounts
• Team member well-being:
  • Paid time off
  • Paid parental leave
  • Wellness rewards program
  • Membership to a fitness and wellness subscription-based platform
  • 24/7 health and wellness support through the Employee Assistance program
  • Entertainment and consumer discounts
  • Dedication to ensuring a cohesive and inclusive culture led by an internal diversity, equity and inclusion council
• Accident & Critical Illness Insurance
• Paid parental leave
• 24/7 health and wellness support through the Employee Assistance program
• Team member growth and development support
  • Complimentary professional development and continuing education courses
  • Discounted industry certifications and events
  • CPR/AED reimbursements
  • Continuing education reimbursement opportunities
  • Internal development program
  • Employee Referral Reward program
• 401(k) Retirement & Savings Plan
• Short and Long Term Disability Plans
• Continuing education reimbursement opportunities
• Transportation and Parking Plans
• Dedication to ensuring a cohesive and inclusive culture led by an internal diversity, equity and inclusion council
• Complimentary professional development and continuing education courses
• Life Insurance (team member, spouse and dependents)
• Discounted industry certifications and events
• Membership to a fitness and wellness subscription-based platform
• CPR/AED reimbursements

Plus One, an Optum company is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in a culture of equal employment and opportunity for all people. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial responsibilities, citizenship status, military or protected veteran status or any other category protected by law. Plus One provides reasonable accommodations to employees and applicants where applicable; for more information, contact our HR department at [email protected].

For residents of California, Colorado, Connecticut, New York City, and Washington only: The hourly rate for this position ranges from $33 to $36. Pay is based on several factors including, but not limited to, education, work experience, certifications, geographic differentials, and other business and organizational needs. In addition to the hourly rate, Plus One offers a comprehensive benefits package (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements), which includes health insurance, life and disability benefits, 401(k) plan, and paid time off. Plus One, an Optum Company, adheres to all federal, state, and local minimum wage requirements.

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