Consultant, Communication Consulting Practice

<strong class="jdheader">Introduction</strong><br><br><div class="ewa-rteLine"><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: #000000;">At Gallagher Benefit Services, you’re a trusted partner to organizations navigating some of their most important people decisions. </span></span><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; color: #000000;">We help clients build better workplaces, where people feel supported, empowered, and inspired to thrive. Whether it’s shaping benefit strategies, designing wellbeing programs, or advising on workforce challenges, the work you do here creates meaningful change for businesses and the people who power them. </span><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; color: #000000;">We’re a community of bold explorers, trusted experts, and compassionate partners; working side by side to solve problems, and shape the future of work. Here, curiosity is encouraged, collaboration is second nature, and your ideas have room to grow. </span><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; color: #000000;">If you’re looking for a place where your contribution matters and where you can help build a better world of work; think of Gallagher.</span></div><div class="ewa-rteLine"> </div> <br><strong class="jdheader">Overview</strong><br><br><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Every business knows that a passionate workforce is infinitely more productive than one packed with people counting down the seconds from nine to five. But how do you get employees genuinely fired up about work? Well, that’s where we come in. </span><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">At Gallagher, we’re much more than emails and home mailers. We’re driving behavior change at scale for some of the biggest household names on the planet. </span></span></p><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: #000000;"> </span></p><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Could you launch a mental health campaign for the world’s biggest sportswear brand? Do you have what it takes to change perceptions about healthcare? Have you got the persuasive power to convert millennials from frivolous consumers to long-term savers?  </span><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">We’re on the hunt for fresh perspectives and new ideas to revolutionise the way we reach over 40 million people every single year. Join our 240-strong multinational team of passionate employee communicators and start making a difference today.</span></span></p><p style="margin: 0px;"> </p> <br><strong class="jdheader">How you'll make an impact</strong><br><br><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; color: #000000; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">As a member of our US Communication Consulting Practice, you’ll be part of client teams dedicated to helping improve engagement, attraction and retention through creative benefits and well-being communication. </span></p><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; color: #000000; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"> </span></p><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; color: #000000; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">The <strong>Consultant</strong> is a hands-on project manager and writer responsible for driving behavior change for global brands through world-class strategic planning and executional excellence, overseeing complex projects from concept to delivery.  </span></p><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; color: #000000; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"> </span></p><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; color: #000000; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">You have a passion for communication and a natural ability to write the right message and choose the right medium for your audience. You understand the client’s strategic goals and the problem you are trying to solve for their employees and their business. You strive to create beautiful, relevant experiences that deliver results. You will work with your project teams to ensure all deliverables are of the highest quality and are delivered on time and on budget.</span></p><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; color: #000000; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"> </span></p><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: #000000;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Check out our latest </span><a href="https://gallagher-communication.wistia.com/medias/f9r4ginpfc" target="_blank" style="color: #000000;" rel="noopener"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">showreel.</span></a><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><br></span></span></p><p style="margin: 0px;"> </p><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; color: #000000; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">At Gallagher, we believe that communication can do more than simply inform. It can persuade, motivate, educate and most importantly, help achieve results. From benefits, to change, to total wellbeing and more, our communication team helps our clients share important information with their employees, engaging them and helping them to understand and appreciate the value in what’s being communicated. </span></p><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; color: #000000; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"> </span></p><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; color: #000000; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">While there is no one “right” employee for this position, individuals who are most likely to succeed in the role possess superior written and oral communication skills, are detail-oriented and self-sufficient, and have strong interpersonal skills. As a Consultant on the team, you will:</span></p><ul><li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Write, edit or manage content for client deliverables that are designed to engage employees, aid understanding, and drive desired behaviors. This includes ensuring consistency, accuracy, and appropriate tone, as well as reviewing the work of less experienced colleagues.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 10pt; color: #000000; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Attend client meetings to gather information, establish needs, clarify expectations, develop strategies, and obtain feedback.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 10pt; color: #000000; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Assist senior staff with the creation and management of project schedules and budgets (production, consulting and design costs).</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 10pt; color: #000000; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Manage mid-size projects (i.e. $50K and below) or key milestones for larger projects, with the guidance of senior staff. This includes overseeing aspects of the execution of a communication campaign (e.g., drafting, approvals, design, production). </span></li><li><span style="font-size: 10pt; color: #000000; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Serve as a day-to-day client contact for questions, feedback, project updates, and/or information requests, with supervision by senior staff. </span></li><li><span style="font-size: 10pt; color: #000000; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Demonstrate an understanding of the communication process as well communication issues pertinent to client projects.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 10pt; color: #000000; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Educate clients on content and design elements and how they can help achieve indicated communication goals. </span></li><li><span style="font-size: 10pt; color: #000000; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Support the expansion of client relationships by reviewing project activity, advising team members of project changes, and identifying opportunities for growth.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 10pt; color: #000000; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Assist with new business development, including research and concept development for proposals and presentations. </span></li><li><span style="font-size: 10pt; color: #000000; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Aid in the timely preparation and submission of bills. </span></li><li><span style="font-size: 10pt; color: #000000; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Develop project estimates, schedules, and facilitate approvals.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 10pt; color: #000000; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Work collaboratively and effectively with the internal project team to come up with effective solutions that meet client needs and deadlines.</span></li></ul> <br><strong class="jdheader">About You</strong><br><br><h2 style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #000000;"><strong><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Technical Requirements & Expertise</span></strong></span></h2><ul><li style="margin-left: 17.05pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; color: #000000;">Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, Excel and Adobe Acrobat.</span></li><li style="margin-left: 17.05pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; color: #000000;">Strong writer with knowledge of Human Resources (e.g., benefits, compensation, change management) and communication business (e.g., content, design, production, technology). (Writing samples will be required)</span></li><li style="margin-left: 17.05pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; color: #000000;">Comfortable working in Apple OS environment/using a Mac</span></li></ul><h2 style="margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="color: #000000;"><strong><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Person Specification</span></strong></span></h2><ul><li style="margin-left: 17.05pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; color: #000000;"><strong>Experience</strong>: 3 - 5+ years of work experience in communications and/or Human Resources. Likely to come from corporate communications, public relations, journalism, advertising, marketing, corporate benefits, or benefits industry. Consulting background preferred. </span></li><li style="margin-left: 17.05pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; color: #000000;"><strong>Education</strong>: Bachelor’s degree, preferably in English, business, communications, or a related field.</span></li><li style="margin-left: 17.05pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; color: #000000;"><strong>Certifications</strong> (e.g., CEBS and/or investment/finance related) and industry affiliations (e.g., IABC, IFEBP) are a plus but not required. </span></li><li style="margin-left: 17.05pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; color: #000000;"><strong>Soft Skills</strong>: A "can-do" attitude, excellent communication skills (written and oral), and the ability to work efficiently in a remote, multi-time-zone setting. Must also be able to juggle multiple projects and deliverables simultaneously.</span></li><li style="margin-left: 17.05pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; color: #000000;"><strong>Core Values</strong>: Must demonstrate client excellence, innovation, and an ability and desire to respond quickly and think nimbly.</span></li></ul><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; color: #000000;"> </span></p> <br><strong class="jdheader">Compensation and benefits</strong><br><br><p style="margin-bottom: 8.0pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: black;">We offer a competitive and comprehensive compensation package. The base salary range represents the anticipated low end and high end of the range for this position. The actual compensation will be influenced by a wide range of factors including, but not limited to previous experience, education, pay market/geography, complexity or scope, specialized skill set, lines of business/practice area, supply/demand, and scheduled hours. On top of a competitive salary, great teams and exciting career opportunities, we also offer a wide range of benefits.  </span></p><p style="margin-bottom: 8.0pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: black;">Below are the <strong>minimum core benefits</strong> you’ll get, depending on your job level these benefits may improve: </span></p><ul><li><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Medical/dental/vision plans, which start from day one!</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Life and accident insurance</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">401(K) and Roth options</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Tax-advantaged accounts (HSA, FSA)</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Educational expense reimbursement</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Paid parental leave</span></li></ul><p style="margin: 0px;"><strong><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Other benefits include:</span></strong></p><ul><li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Digital mental health services (Talkspace)</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Flexible work hours (availability varies by office and job function)</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Training programs</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Gallagher Thrive program – elevating your health through challenges, workshops and digital fitness programs for your overall wellbeing</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Charitable matching gift program</span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">And more...</span></li></ul><p style="margin: 0px;"><em><span style="font-size: 10.0pt; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;">**The benefits summary above applies to fulltime positions. If you are not applying for a fulltime position, details about benefits will be provided during the selection process.</span></em></p><p style="margin: 0px;"> </p><p style="margin: 0px;"><strong style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span>We value inclusion and diversity</span></strong></p><p style="margin-bottom: 8.0pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><a href="https://www.isrvr.com/is/DigitalAssets/EligiblityRequirements/index.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click Here</a> <span style="color: black;">to review our U.S. Eligibility Requirements</span></span></p><p style="margin-bottom: 8.0pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: black;">Inclusion and diversity (I&D) is a core part of our business, and it’s embedded into the fabric of our organization. For more than 95 years, Gallagher has led with a commitment to sustainability and to support the communities where we live and work. </span></p><p style="margin-bottom: 8.0pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: black;">Gallagher embraces our employees’ diverse identities, experiences and talents, allowing us to better serve our clients and communities. We see inclusion as a conscious commitment and diversity as a vital strength. By embracing diversity in all its forms, we live out The Gallagher Way to its fullest.</span></p><p style="margin-bottom: 8.0pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: black;">Gallagher believes that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunity and prohibits any form of discrimination by its managers, employees, vendors or customers based on race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy status), sexual orientation, gender identity (which includes transgender and other gender non-conforming individuals), gender expression, hair expression, marital status, parental status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran or military status, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected (herein referred to as “protected characteristics”) by applicable federal, state, or local laws. </span></p><p style="margin-bottom: 8.0pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: black;">Equal employment opportunity will be extended in all aspects of the employer-employee relationship, including, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, demotion, compensation, benefits, layoff, and termination. In addition, Gallagher will make reasonable accommodations to known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified person with a disability, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.</span></p>

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