Strategy and Events Specialist

Title

Strategy and Events Specialist

Hybrid (40‑50% in the Amelia, Ohio office)

Sonya Fischesser

The Strategy, Innovation & Digital (SI&D) Department serves as a Trusted Advisor and Champion of American Modern’s strategic initiatives and drives the Innovation & Digital agenda. The Strategy & Events Specialist reports directly to the VP of SI&D and supports the monitoring, communication and execution of our corporate strategy, as well as planning and coordinating corporate events and community impact initiatives in alignment with our Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) goals.

• Assist in maintaining, monitoring, tracking and reporting on the status of strategic initiatives and senior leadership action plans.
• Support execution of internally focused projects and initiatives such as decision‑making processes, stakeholder management communication, research and analysis of specific topics.
• Assist in the preparation and coordination of business meeting agendas, meeting minutes and presentations.

• Develop agendas and manage logistics for company‑hosted events (conferences and seminars) in close partnership with business leaders.
• Engage external vendors and/or coordinate outside speakers to create memorable experiences aligned with event goals.
• Develop and manage budgets for events, activities and sponsor ships, including negotiations for hotels, materials and products.
• Travel to oversee event logistics as necessary (10‑20% travel).

• Build and maintain relationships with community leaders, organizations and external stakeholders.
• Implement tactics to increase awareness of community and volunteer activities and evaluate effectiveness.
• Measure and report on volunteer engagement and community impact to internal stakeholders.
• Serve as the American Modern liaison to the NA Corporate Social Responsibility function, lead the local Corporate Charitable Giving Committee and support the giving software program ‘Your Cause’.

• At least 3 years of demonstrated experience, including one or more of the following:
  • Prior experience in the insurance or financial services industry.
  • Strategic thinking capabilities and participation in cross‑functional projects.
  • Building and maintaining strong relationships with community stakeholders.
  • Event planning, project management and/or community outreach.
• Ability to manage sensitive information with discretion and confidentiality.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse audiences, both internally and externally.
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Comfortable juggling several responsibilities across a variety of topics.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines with limited supervision.
• Strong project management skills and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of local community issues, trends and organizations is a plus.

• Required
  • 2‑3 years of experience in a corporate setting.
• Preferred
  • Prior experience in insurance or financial services industry.

• Health insurance options (PPO or High Deductible)
• Prescription drug coverage
• Vision and dental insurance plans
• Short and Long Term Disability coverage
• Supplemental Life and AD&D plans for employees and dependents
• Voluntary benefit plans (Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity)
• Robust 401(k) plan with up to 5% employer match
• Retirement savings plan 100% company funded
• Paid time off starting at 24 days per year, with additional days for milestone anniversaries
• Eligibility for an annual bonus as a Munich Re employee
• Health and wellness programs at no cost
• Hybrid work environment with flexible location choices
• On‑site cafeteria and coffee shop
• On‑site workout facility and walking trails
• On‑site wellness center with nurse practitioner
• Financial assistance for adoptions and infertility treatment
• Paid time off for eligible family care needs
• Tuition assistance and educational achievement bonuses
• Free parking
• Corporate matching gifts program
• Paid time off to volunteer in the community

At American Modern, a subsidiary of Munich Re, we see Diversity and Inclusion as a solution to the challenges and opportunities around us. We foster an inclusive culture and build a workforce that reflects our customers and communities. We are an equal‑opportunity employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Applicants requiring employer sponsorship of a visa will not be considered for this position.