Corporate Communications Principal, Speechwriter - Humana
Springfield, IL
About the Job
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Humana’s Corporate Communications organization is seeking a Corporate Communications Principal, Speechwriter that is experienced in executive speechwriting to join the team in Washington D.C. or remote anywhere in the US. As a Principal Speechwriter, Corporate Communications, you will craft compelling narratives that resonate with Humana’s diverse audiences. You will largely support the office of CEO but will be asked to take on higher profile writing opportunities for other members of Humana’s executive team. Understanding the nuances of language, audience dynamics, and the underlying message that needs to be conveyed is critical in this role. From mastering rhetoric to understanding the healthcare landscape and public speaking contexts, the job of a speechwriter goes far beyond writing. It's about strategic communication, creative storytelling and delivering messages that shape opinions about Medicare Advantage and Humana that ultimately inspire action.
Key Role Functions
+ Serve as the lead writer for CEO, including crafting inspirational speeches, compelling remarks, thought provoking op-eds, social media content and video scripts
+ Ensure proper tone, cadence, and voice for the intended audience, ranging from media, government, investors, industry, the public, and employees
+ Conduct research and collaborate with company subject matter experts to be included in speeches and written products
+ Work closely with company’s leadership and serve as a strategist and advisor, preparing the CEO and other executives for speaking engagements
+ Set and manage content development timelines aligned to goals and deadlines
+ Anticipate the communication requirements and suggest strategies and content proactively, working closely with both internal and external stakeholders
+ Ensure that the speech aligns with the executive’s public persona and objectives
+ Work under tight deadlines to deliver high-quality speeches on time
+ Stay updated on current events and industry trends to inform speech content
+ Provide coaching and guidance to executives on speech delivery and presentation techniques
To be successful in this role, you will have excellent research and analytical skills with high attention to detail and the ability to produce high-quality work. You must be able to work under tight deadlines and manage multiple projects effectively. Exceptional writing, editing, interpersonal and communications skills with creativity and ability to think strategically are also a must.
Use your skills to make an impact
Required Qualifications
+ Bachelor's degree or higher in Communications, English, Journalism or a related field
+ 8+ years of experience with executive speechwriting in corporate communications, government public affairs, or public relations
+ Experience capturing an executive’s voice effectively and ensuring communications resonate for the targeted audience
+ Experience performing independent research, verifying facts rapidly, and producing communications outputs on tight deadlines
+ Strong portfolio of writing samples
Preferred Qualifications
+ Master’s degree
+ Knowledge of healthcare industry and Medicare
+ Experience writing on public policy issues
+ Located in Washington D.C.
Additional Information
If located in Washington D.C. this will be a hybrid role requiring 2 or more days a week in-office depending on business needs
To ensure Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees’ ability to work effectively, the self-provided internet service of Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees must meet the following criteria:
+ At minimum, a download speed of 25 Mbps and an upload speed of 10 Mbps is recommended; wireless, wired cable or DSL connection is suggested
+ Satellite, cellular and microwave connection can be used only if approved by leadership
+ Employees who live and work from Home in the state of California, Illinois, Montana, or South Dakota will be provided a bi-weekly payment for their internet expense.
+ Humana will provide Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees with telephone equipment appropriate to meet the business requirements for their position/job.
+ Work from a dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information
Humana offers a variety of benefits to promote the best health and well-being of our employees and their families. We design competitive and flexible packages to give our employees a sense of financial security—both today and in the future, including:
+ Health benefits effective day 1
+ Paid time off, holidays, volunteer time and jury duty pay
+ Recognition pay
+ 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
+ Tuition assistance
+ Scholarships for eligible dependents
+ Parental and caregiver leave
+ Employee charity matching program
+ Network Resource Groups (NRGs)
+ Career development opportunities
Our Hiring Process
As part of our hiring process for this opportunity, we may contact you via text message and email to gather more information using a software platform called HireVue. HireVue Text, Scheduling and Video technologies allow you to interact with us at the time and location most convenient for you.
If you are selected to move forward from your application prescreen, you may receive correspondence inviting you to participate in a pre-recorded Voice, Text Messaging and/or Video interview. Your recorded interview will be reviewed and you will subsequently be informed if you will be moving forward to next round of interviews.
If you have additional questions regarding this role posting and are an Internal Candidate, please send them to the Ask A Recruiter persona by visiting go/Buzz and searching Ask A Recruiter! Please be sure to provide the requisition number so we may be able to research your request quicker.
Humana values personal identity protection. Please be aware that applicants may be asked to provide their Social Security Number, if it is not already on file. When required, an email will be sent from Humana@myworkday.com with instructions on how to add the information into your official application on Humana’s secure website.
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Pay Range
The compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc.
$136,200 - $187,400 per year
This job is eligible for a bonus incentive plan. This incentive opportunity is based upon company and/or individual performance.
Description of Benefits
Humana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (collectively, “Humana”) offers competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being. Associate benefits are designed to encourage personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family while also knowing your life extends outside of work. Among our benefits, Humana provides medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, volunteer time off, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and many other opportunities.
About us
Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM) is committed to putting health first – for our teammates, our customers and our company. Through our Humana insurance services and CenterWell healthcare services, we make it easier for the millions of people we serve to achieve their best health – delivering the care and service they need, when they need it. These efforts are leading to a better quality of life for people with Medicare, Medicaid, families, individuals, military service personnel, and communities at large.
Equal Opportunity Employer
It is the policy of Humana not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or veteran status. It is also the policy of Humana to take affirmative action to employ and to advance in employment, all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. This policy shall apply to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, recall, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including apprenticeship, at all levels of employment.
Humana complies with all applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or religion. We also provide free language interpreter services. See our https://www.humana.com/legal/accessibility-resources?source=Humana_Website.
Humana’s Corporate Communications organization is seeking a Corporate Communications Principal, Speechwriter that is experienced in executive speechwriting to join the team in Washington D.C. or remote anywhere in the US. As a Principal Speechwriter, Corporate Communications, you will craft compelling narratives that resonate with Humana’s diverse audiences. You will largely support the office of CEO but will be asked to take on higher profile writing opportunities for other members of Humana’s executive team. Understanding the nuances of language, audience dynamics, and the underlying message that needs to be conveyed is critical in this role. From mastering rhetoric to understanding the healthcare landscape and public speaking contexts, the job of a speechwriter goes far beyond writing. It's about strategic communication, creative storytelling and delivering messages that shape opinions about Medicare Advantage and Humana that ultimately inspire action.
Key Role Functions
+ Serve as the lead writer for CEO, including crafting inspirational speeches, compelling remarks, thought provoking op-eds, social media content and video scripts
+ Ensure proper tone, cadence, and voice for the intended audience, ranging from media, government, investors, industry, the public, and employees
+ Conduct research and collaborate with company subject matter experts to be included in speeches and written products
+ Work closely with company’s leadership and serve as a strategist and advisor, preparing the CEO and other executives for speaking engagements
+ Set and manage content development timelines aligned to goals and deadlines
+ Anticipate the communication requirements and suggest strategies and content proactively, working closely with both internal and external stakeholders
+ Ensure that the speech aligns with the executive’s public persona and objectives
+ Work under tight deadlines to deliver high-quality speeches on time
+ Stay updated on current events and industry trends to inform speech content
+ Provide coaching and guidance to executives on speech delivery and presentation techniques
To be successful in this role, you will have excellent research and analytical skills with high attention to detail and the ability to produce high-quality work. You must be able to work under tight deadlines and manage multiple projects effectively. Exceptional writing, editing, interpersonal and communications skills with creativity and ability to think strategically are also a must.
Use your skills to make an impact
Required Qualifications
+ Bachelor's degree or higher in Communications, English, Journalism or a related field
+ 8+ years of experience with executive speechwriting in corporate communications, government public affairs, or public relations
+ Experience capturing an executive’s voice effectively and ensuring communications resonate for the targeted audience
+ Experience performing independent research, verifying facts rapidly, and producing communications outputs on tight deadlines
+ Strong portfolio of writing samples
Preferred Qualifications
+ Master’s degree
+ Knowledge of healthcare industry and Medicare
+ Experience writing on public policy issues
+ Located in Washington D.C.
Additional Information
If located in Washington D.C. this will be a hybrid role requiring 2 or more days a week in-office depending on business needs
To ensure Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees’ ability to work effectively, the self-provided internet service of Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees must meet the following criteria:
+ At minimum, a download speed of 25 Mbps and an upload speed of 10 Mbps is recommended; wireless, wired cable or DSL connection is suggested
+ Satellite, cellular and microwave connection can be used only if approved by leadership
+ Employees who live and work from Home in the state of California, Illinois, Montana, or South Dakota will be provided a bi-weekly payment for their internet expense.
+ Humana will provide Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees with telephone equipment appropriate to meet the business requirements for their position/job.
+ Work from a dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information
Humana offers a variety of benefits to promote the best health and well-being of our employees and their families. We design competitive and flexible packages to give our employees a sense of financial security—both today and in the future, including:
+ Health benefits effective day 1
+ Paid time off, holidays, volunteer time and jury duty pay
+ Recognition pay
+ 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
+ Tuition assistance
+ Scholarships for eligible dependents
+ Parental and caregiver leave
+ Employee charity matching program
+ Network Resource Groups (NRGs)
+ Career development opportunities
Our Hiring Process
As part of our hiring process for this opportunity, we may contact you via text message and email to gather more information using a software platform called HireVue. HireVue Text, Scheduling and Video technologies allow you to interact with us at the time and location most convenient for you.
If you are selected to move forward from your application prescreen, you may receive correspondence inviting you to participate in a pre-recorded Voice, Text Messaging and/or Video interview. Your recorded interview will be reviewed and you will subsequently be informed if you will be moving forward to next round of interviews.
If you have additional questions regarding this role posting and are an Internal Candidate, please send them to the Ask A Recruiter persona by visiting go/Buzz and searching Ask A Recruiter! Please be sure to provide the requisition number so we may be able to research your request quicker.
Humana values personal identity protection. Please be aware that applicants may be asked to provide their Social Security Number, if it is not already on file. When required, an email will be sent from Humana@myworkday.com with instructions on how to add the information into your official application on Humana’s secure website.
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Pay Range
The compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc.
$136,200 - $187,400 per year
This job is eligible for a bonus incentive plan. This incentive opportunity is based upon company and/or individual performance.
Description of Benefits
Humana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (collectively, “Humana”) offers competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being. Associate benefits are designed to encourage personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family while also knowing your life extends outside of work. Among our benefits, Humana provides medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, volunteer time off, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and many other opportunities.
About us
Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM) is committed to putting health first – for our teammates, our customers and our company. Through our Humana insurance services and CenterWell healthcare services, we make it easier for the millions of people we serve to achieve their best health – delivering the care and service they need, when they need it. These efforts are leading to a better quality of life for people with Medicare, Medicaid, families, individuals, military service personnel, and communities at large.
Equal Opportunity Employer
It is the policy of Humana not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or veteran status. It is also the policy of Humana to take affirmative action to employ and to advance in employment, all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. This policy shall apply to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, recall, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including apprenticeship, at all levels of employment.
Humana complies with all applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or religion. We also provide free language interpreter services. See our https://www.humana.com/legal/accessibility-resources?source=Humana_Website.
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