Communications Specialist

About the role

At Federated Insurance, we do life-changing work, focused on our clients’ success. For our employees, we provide tremendous opportunities for growth. Over 95% of them believe our company has an outstanding future. We make lives better, and we’re looking for employees who want to make a difference in others’ lives, all while enhancing their own. Federated’s culture is grounded in our Four Cornerstones: Equity, Integrity, Teamwork, and Respect. We strive to create a work environment that embodies our core principles and values. We value and respect individual differences, and we leverage those differences to achieve better results and outcomes for our clients, employees, and communities. Our top priority in recruitment and development of our next generation is to ensure we align ourselves with truly exceptional people who share these values.

Responsibilities

As a Communications Specialist, you will generate creative content, craft compelling stories, and provide editorial expertise across a variety of internal and external communication channels. You will help strategize, write, and distribute meaningful communications for employees, clients, prospects, and industry associations. This role requires the ability to translate technical insurance and risk‑management concepts into clear, engaging messages tailored to diverse audiences.

Qualifications

Four‑year degree in Journalism, English, Communications, or equivalent writing/advertising experience. Minimum of two years of experience writing and editing content for publication (preferred). Strong written communication skills with excellent grammar and punctuation. Proficiency in Microsoft Office. Knowledge of email marketing, SEO, and website content strategy. Basic understanding of printing and publication processes. Foundational knowledge of graphic design principles is a plus. Candidates selected for an in‑person interview will be asked to complete a brief live writing exercise. You will choose from three simple, familiar topics that do not require research or advance preparation. The goal is to assess writing skill, not speed. We may also ask you to provide samples of your previous writing.

Pay

Pay Range is $72,900-$98,700. Pay may vary depending on job-related factors and individual experience, skills, knowledge, etc. More information can be discussed with a member of the Recruiting team.

Benefits

We offer a wide variety of ways to support you as a whole, both professionally and personally. Our commitment to your growth includes opportunities for internal mobility and career development paths, inspiring excellence in performance and ensuring your professional journey thrives. Additionally, we offer exceptional benefits to nurture your personal life. We understand the importance of health and financial security, offering encompassing competitive compensation, enticing bonus programs, cost-effective health insurance, and robust pension and 401(k) offerings. To encourage community engagement, we provide paid volunteer time and offer opportunities for gift matching. Discover more about Federated and our comprehensive benefits package: Federated Benefits You .