Communications Advisor

## Communications Advisor Apply:
Hybrid Flex - Durham:
Full time:
Posted Today:
End Date:
October 19, 2026 (3 days left to apply):
RQ0019572
** Job Description
** Under general supervision, the Communications Advisor helps develop and execute strategic communications and engagement activities that advance business objectives and strengthen the company’s position with key stakeholders. These audiences may include current and prospective employees, the media, business and community leaders, consumers, employer groups, the financial community, and health care providers.
Working closely with communications colleagues, business partners, leaders and subject matter experts, the Communications Advisor researches issues, identifies audience needs, develops clear and effective communications, and coordinates deliverables across internal, external, digital, and social channels.
This role is well suited for someone who is energized by a fast-paced environment, motivated to learn, and ready to take ownership. The successful candidate will bring curiosity, strong writing and project-management skills, sound judgment, and the ability to maintain momentum as priorities evolve.

** What You’ll Do*
* * Contribute to the development and execution of strategic communications and engagement plans that advance divisional and enterprise priorities.
* Develop an understanding of business objectives, emerging issues, stakeholder needs and target audiences, using research and analysis to identify communications risks and opportunities, escalate concerns when appropriate, and inform communications strategies, messaging, and recommendations.
* Produce, edit, and publish accurate, compelling, and audience-appropriate communications across internal, external, digital, and social channels. Deliverables may include news releases, talking points, internal articles, web and intranet content, presentations, and social media posts.
* Coordinate communications projects from planning through execution, managing timelines, approvals, dependencies, and stakeholder expectations to keep work moving forward.
* Build productive relationships with communications colleagues, business partners, leaders, and subject matter experts to gather information, align communications approaches, and deliver consistent messaging.
* Support media relations activities, including monitoring and assessing incoming inquiries, initiating appropriate response and escalation protocols, coordinating and staffing interviews, and monitoring media coverage.
* Identify and develop compelling stories and proactive earned-media opportunities that support business objectives and advance organizational priorities.
* Help develop materials to prepare leaders and subject matter experts for media interviews, speaking engagements, and other stakeholder interactions.
* Support the management and continuous improvement of corporate communications channels and platforms, including content publishing, asset management, content reviews and other recurring communications activities.
* Support the management and continuous improvement of corporate communications channels and platforms, including content publishing, asset management, content reviews, performance monitoring, and the use of audience engagement insights to inform future communications approaches.
* Demonstrate flexibility, curiosity and a willingness to take on new challenges while maintaining high standards for quality, accuracy and timeliness.
** What You Bring*
* ** Required*
* * Bachelor’s degree and at least three years of experience in communications, public relations, journalism, marketing or a related field.
* In lieu of a degree, at least five years of experience in a related field.
** Bonus Points*
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