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Form of workIMA is looking for a seasoned Public Relations and Media professional to join the IMA Financial Group Corporate Communications team. This role will lead all Media Relations efforts for IMA and its subsidiaries and oversee a comprehensive award application process for IMA, its subsidiaries, and its associates. The ideal candidate has a robust public relations and Media background, strategic vision that supports IMA's growth, client-first mentality, commitment to community, nurtures IMA's strong corporate culture of inclusion, and highlights the deep knowledge and expertise of IMA associates. This person will be a team player, an independent worker and a big thinker. Most importantly, they have fun doing a job they love.
- Write, distribute, and pitch media stories
- Research, write and submit awards for IMAFG, subsidiaries, individuals, markets and specialty areas, foundation, etc.
- Manage relationship with IMA's PR agencies, which includes building out overall PR strategy as well as strategies in emerging and new geographies
- Gain clear knowledge of IMA's strategic plan to promote the company's growth and position in the industry, key markets, verticals and expertise
- Maintain IMA's crisis communications plan
- Manage non-client-facing social media posts
- Manage PR in partnership with local market leadership
- Partner closely with marketing team to understand IMA's key messages and differentiators, client opportunities, trade shows, events, etc.
- Meet regularly with specialty leaders to identify story opportunities within IMA's verticals
- Maintain Corporate Communications dashboard
- Support and demonstrate IMA's core values
- Value and understand the importance of diversity, equity and inclusion among all IMA associates.
- Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Journalism or related degree required
- 5-7 years of experience in Corporate Communications, Public Relations or a related field required
- Superior verbal, writing, editing and proofreading skills (writing samples and writing test are part of the interview process) required
- Ability to effectively organize material, distill complex ideas and write lively and appealing content
- Project management skills and the ability to quickly shift priorities based on business needs
- Expertise in Microsoft Office
- Ability to work independently with limited supervision
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This Job Description is not a complete statement of all duties and responsibilities comprising this position.
The IMA Financial Group, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, The IMA Financial Group, Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
Compensation & BenefitsBeing a part of IMA has its benefits. When you become part of the IMA family, you become eligible to take part in our valuable benefits and rewards package designed to benefit you, your family, and your life. Our plans are cost-effective, convenient and provide progressive ways for staying healthy, protecting loved ones, pursuing financial security and living a full and balanced life. This role is eligible for the following: Annual Performance Bonus, Stock Purchase, Medical Plans, Prescription Drugs, Dental, Vision, Family Assistance Program, FSA, HSA, Pre-Tax Parking Plan, 401(k), Life/AD&D, Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Long Term Care, Short-term Disability, Long-term Disability, Business Travel Accident, Identity Theft, Paid Time Off,Flexible Work Options, Paid Holidays, Sabbatical, Gift Matching, Health Club Reimbursement, Personal and Professional Development. In addition to our robust benefits package, the hiring range for this position is $92,000 - $125,000 if based in Colorado. While this is the targeted range, final offer amounts will depend on a variety of factors, including the candidate's geographic location, prior relevant experience, and their knowledge, skills, and abilities. Why Join IMA?We've built a reputation for putting our associates first
What if we told you that you could be an integral part of an entrepreneurial, expanding company, develop lasting relationships, earn competitive benefits, plus claim part ownership? It's this unique ownership business model that makes working at IMA so appealing.
We work in teams. We sell in teams. We win and prosper as a team
We provide support systems and resources that enable each of our associates to focus on what they do best. And as an independent company based in the Midwest, we're big enough to write business all over the world and small enough to implement your ideas quickly.
We are recognized nationally as a leader in our industry.
- 2020-2023 Business Insurance Magazine Best Places to Work in Insurance
- 2023 Inc. Magazine's Best Workplaces
- 2023 Denver Business Journal's Best Places to Work
- 2022-2023 Connecticut Top Work Places
- 2021-2023 Inc. 5000's List of Fastest Growing Companies
- 2019-2022 Civic 50 Colorado Honoree Recognizing 50 Most Community-Minded Companies
- 2022-2023 Kansas City Business Journal's Best Places to Work
- 2021-2023 Charlotte Business Journal's Best Places to Work
- 2021-2023 Los Angeles Business Journal's Best Places to Work
- 2021-2023 The Salt Lake City Tribune Top Work Places
- 2021-2022 Puget Sound Business Journal's Washington's Best Workplaces
- 2021-2022 Wichita Business Journal's Best Places to Work, #1 in extra-large category
- 2021 Dallas Business Journal's Best Places to Work
- 2021 Alaska Journal of Commerce's Best Workplaces in Alaska
- 2021 Wichita Business Journal's Fastest Growing Companies List
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
