Communications Consultant (Employee Benefits)

<p>&nbsp;</p> <p style="line-height: 1;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Come join our team!</span></p> <p style="line-height: 1;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">There are many reasons why EPIC Insurance Brokers &amp; Consultants has become one of the fastest-growing firms in the insurance industry. Fueled and driven by capable, committed people who share common beliefs and values and “bring it” every day, EPIC is always looking for people who have “the right stuff” – people who know what they want and aren’t afraid to make it happen.</span></p> <p style="line-height: 1;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Headquartered in New York City and founded in 2007, our company has over 3,000 employees nationwide. With locations spread out across the U.S., our local market knowledge and industry expertise helps support our clients' regional and global needs. We have grown very quickly since our founding, and we continue to see growth and success thanks to our hard-working and growth-minded employees.&nbsp;</span></p> <p style="line-height: 1;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Our core values are: Owner mindset, Inspire trust, Think big, and Drive results. If these values and growth align with what you're looking for in your next career? Then consider joining our amazing team!</span></p> <p style="line-height: 1;">&nbsp;</p> <div> <h3><strong>Overview</strong></h3> <p>The Communications Consultant will lead employee communication initiatives within EPIC’s national Communication &amp; Engagement (C&amp;E) practice. This role is responsible for developing and executing strategic, multi-channel communication campaigns that support clients’ employee engagement and benefits education goals.</p> <p>This is a highly consultative position that partners closely with internal teams and clients, directly impacting the success of EPIC’s Employee Benefits practice and long-term client relationships.</p> <hr> <h3><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></h3> <ul> <li>Serve as a strategic consultant for employee-facing benefits communications, from initial concept through execution</li> <li>Partner with C&amp;E colleagues, EPIC account teams, and clients to develop communication strategies, content, and campaign plans</li> <li>Create clear, compelling, and engaging communications across multiple channels, including digital, print, and in-person formats</li> <li>Translate complex benefits information into easy-to-understand messaging that drives employee action and engagement</li> <li>Ensure all content meets high editorial standards and is optimized for both audience and delivery channel</li> <li>Manage multiple projects simultaneously, establishing priorities and workflows to ensure timely, accurate delivery</li> <li>Collaborate with and oversee third-party vendors supporting print, digital, and online communication initiatives</li> <li>Play a key role in building, maintaining, and managing content libraries and communication assets</li> </ul> <hr> <h3><strong>Qualifications &amp; Experience</strong></h3> <ul> <li>Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, or a related field (or equivalent experience)</li> <li>5–8 years of experience in communications, with a strong preference for employee benefits or healthcare industry experience</li> <li>Experience working in a client-facing or consultative environment</li> <li>Proven ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment</li> </ul> <hr> <h3><strong>Key Competencies</strong></h3> <ul> <li>Strong storytelling ability with a talent for simplifying complex information</li> <li>Highly organized, self-motivated, and detail-oriented</li> <li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills</li> <li>Strong project management mindset with the ability to prioritize and manage competing demands</li> <li>Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines</li> <li>Flexible, collaborative, and solution-oriented approach to problem-solving</li> <li>Experience developing compelling content; benefits-related content is a plus</li> <li>Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams)</li> <li>Ability to work independently while also collaborating across teams</li> </ul> </div> <p style="line-height: 1;">&nbsp;</p> <p style="line-height: 1;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">&nbsp;</span></p> <p style="line-height: 1;"><span style="color: rgb(53, 152, 219);"><strong><span style="font-size: 12pt;">COMPENSATION:&nbsp;</span></strong></span></p> <p style="line-height: 1;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: rgb(53, 152, 219);">The national average salary for this role is <span style="color: rgb(45, 194, 107);">$65,000.00 - $85,000.00</span> in base pay and exclusive of any bonuses or benefits. The base pay offered will be determined based on your experience, skills, training, certifications and education, while also considering internal equity and market data.</span></p> <p style="line-height: 1;">&nbsp;</p> <p style="line-height: 1;"><span style="color: rgb(53, 152, 219);"><strong><span style="font-size: 12pt;">COMPENSATION: </span></strong></span></p> <p style="line-height: 1;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: rgb(53, 152, 219);">The base pay offered will be determined based on your experience, skills, training, certifications and education, while also considering internal equity and market data.</span></p> <p style="line-height: 1;">&nbsp;</p> <p style="line-height: 1;"><strong><span style="font-size: 12pt;">WHY EPIC: </span></strong></p> <p style="line-height: 1;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">EPIC has over 60 offices and 3,000 employees nationwide – and we’re growing! It’s a great time to join the team and be a part of this growth. We offer:</span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Generous Paid Time off</span> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Managed PTO for salaried/exempt employees (personal time off without accruals or caps); 22 PTO days starting out for hourly/non-exempt employees; 12 company-observed paid holidays; 4 early-close days</span></li> </ul> </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Generous leave time options: Paid parental leave, pregnancy disability and bonding leave, and organ donor/bone marrow donor leave</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Generous employee referral bonus program of $1,500 per hired referral</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Employee recognition programs for demonstrating EPIC’s values plus additional employee recognition awards and programs (and trips!)</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Employee Resource Groups: Women’s Coalition, EPIC Veterans Group</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Professional growth &amp; development: Mentorship Program, Tuition Reimbursement Program, Leadership Development</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Unique benefits such as Pet Insurance, Identity Theft &amp; Fraud Protection Coverage, Legal Planning, Family Planning, and Menopause &amp; Midlife Support</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Additional benefits include (but are not limited to): 401(k) matching, medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, and wellness &amp; employee assistance programs</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">50/50 Work Culture: EPIC fosters a 50/50 culture between producers and the rest of the business, supporting collaboration, teamwork, and an inclusive work environment. It takes both production and service to be EPIC!</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">EPIC Gives Back – Some of our charitable efforts include Donation Connection, Employee Assistance Fund, and People First Foundation</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">We’re in the top 10 of property/casualty agencies according to “Insurance Journal”</span></li> </ul> <p style="line-height: 1;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">To learn more about EPIC, visit our Careers Page:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.epicbrokers.com/about/epic-careers/">https://www.epicbrokers.com/about/epic-careers/</a>.&nbsp;</span></p> <p style="line-height: 1;">&nbsp;</p> <p style="line-height: 1;"><em><span style="font-size: 12pt;">EPIC embraces diversity in all its various forms—whether it be diversity of thought, background, race, religion, gender, skills or experience. We are committed to fostering a work community where every colleague feels welcomed, valued, respected and heard. It is our belief that diversity drives innovation and that creating an environment where every employee feels included and empowered, helps us to deliver the best outcome to our clients.&nbsp;</span></em></p> <p style="line-height: 1;"><em>California Applicants - View your privacy rights at: <a href="https://www.epicbrokers.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/epic-ca-employee-privacy-notice.pdf">https://www.epicbrokers.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/epic-ca-employee-privacy-notice.pdf</a>.&nbsp;</em></p> <p style="line-height: 1;"><em>Massachusetts G.L.c. 149 section 19B (b) requires the following statement: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. 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