Senior Integrated Communications Specialist — Zurich Insurance (sede Ticino)
- Location
- Lugano
- Contract
- part-time
- Posted
- 2 days ago
Role overview
Zurich U.S., a leading global provider of commercial insurance products and services, is seeking a Senior Integrated Communications Specialist to join our Communications team based in the Chicago area.
This individual contributor role will help develop and execute integrated communications plans that advance business priorities, enhance Zurich’s reputation and engage key audiences.
The position will be based in Zurich’s offices in suburban Schaumburg, Illinois, or downtown Chicago.
- Zurich U.S., a leading global provider of commercial insurance products and services, is seeking a Senior Integrated Communications Specialist to join our Communications team based in the Chicago area.
- This individual contributor role will help develop and execute integrated communications plans that advance business priorities, enhance Zurich’s reputation and engage key audiences.
- Role responsibilities:
- The Senior Integrated Communications Specialist will combine strategic counsel with hands‑on content development and media engagement, creating, editing and measuring the impact of business-to-business content across owned, earned, paid and shared channels.
- Support updates to communications resources and guidelines.
- Manage multiple communications projects with strong prioritization, organization and deadline discipline.
Main responsibilities
- Role responsibilities:
- The Senior Integrated Communications Specialist will combine strategic counsel with hands‑on content development and media engagement, creating, editing and measuring the impact of business-to-business content across owned, earned, paid and shared channels.
- Working closely with marketing, business executives and subject matter experts, this specialist will translate complex business topics into clear, concise and compelling messaging for diverse audiences. include:
- Draft high-quality external content including press releases, talking points, Q , media statements, executive remarks, social copy, award nominations and web copy that align with brand standards.
- Develop and update core positioning, communications plans and briefing materials that support executive visibility, thought leadership, strategic initiatives and business announcements.
- Provide communications counsel to executives and cross-functional leaders on messaging, reputational considerations, positioning and media strategy.
- Build relationships with relevant business, trade and industry media; proactively identify media and speaking opportunities; develop pitches; and respond to media inquiries.
- Prepare and coordinate media training, briefing materials and coaching for executives and subject matter experts ahead of interviews, panels and public engagements
- Support crisis and issues‑management communications, including scenario planning, aligned messaging and materials development.
- Monitor emerging issues, industry developments and competitive dynamics, translating insights into communications strategies and external media opportunities.
Key requirements
- Support updates to communications resources and guidelines.
- Manage multiple communications projects with strong prioritization, organization and deadline discipline.
- Your pay at Zurich is based on your role, location, skills, and experience.
- At Zurich, we value your ideas and experience.
- High School Diploma or Equivalent and 9 or more years of experience in the Communications or Marketing or Media Relations or Public Relations area AND
Application process
- This role requires hands-on execution, ability to balance multiple priorities and fluency with Microsoft 365 applications including Copilot.
- The Senior Specialist will reinforce Zurich’s reputation as a trusted source of risk and industry insight with brokers, commercial customers and industry influencers. Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelors Degree in Communications or Marketing or Journalism or Public Relations and 7 or more years of experience in the Communications or Marketing or Media Relations or Public Relations area OR
- Associate Degree in Communications or Marketing or Journalism or Public Relations and 7 or more years of experience in the Communications or Marketing or Media Relations or Public Relations area OR
- If your expectations are above the listed range, we still encourage you to apply—your unique background matters to us.
Company and context
- Manage multiple communications projects with strong prioritization, organization and deadline discipline.
- Build knowledge of insurance concepts, brand standards and supported business areas.
- 5 or more years experience developing organizational publications and promotional materials Preferred Qualifications: Agency and/or journalism experience
- Experience developing B2B communications programs and content
- Experience writing on deadline for business, trade, financial services, insurance or other complex industries.
- Experience using analytics and measurement tools to evaluate communications effectiveness and inform future content decisions.
- Familiarity with commercial insurance, financial services, risk management or business-to-business industries such as Construction, Energy, Technology, Financial Services or Professional Services.
- Demonstrated ability to turn technical or complex topics into clear, compelling content.
- Strong news judgment and demonstrated ability to connect communications activities to business priorities and commercial outcomes.
- Comfort working in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities and stakeholders.
Additional details
- Working closely with marketing, business executives and subject matter experts, this specialist will translate complex business topics into clear, concise and compelling messaging for diverse audiences. Responsibilities include:
- The Senior Specialist will reinforce Zurich’s reputation as a trusted source of risk and industry insight with brokers, commercial customers and industry influencers. Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelors Degree in Communications or Marketing or Journalism or Public Relations and 7 or more years of experience in the Communications or Marketing or Media Relations or Public Relations area
- Associate Degree in Communications or Marketing or Journalism or Public Relations and 7 or more years of experience in the Communications or Marketing or Media Relations or Public Relations area
- High School Diploma or Equivalent and 9 or more years of experience in the Communications or Marketing or Media Relations or Public Relations area
- 5 or more years experience developing organizational publications and promotional materials Agency and/or journalism experience Remote Working: Hybrid Schedule: Full Time Employment Sponsorship Offered: No
- Linkedin Recruiter Tag: #LI-AK1 #LI-ASSOCIATE #LI-HYBRID Nearest Major Market: Chicago
Notes and original content
- Working closely with marketing, business executives and subject matter experts, this specialist will translate complex business topics into clear, concise and compelling messaging for diverse audiences.
- Responsibilities include:
- The Senior Specialist will reinforce Zurich’s reputation as a trusted source of risk and industry insight with brokers, commercial customers and industry influencers.
- Basic Qualifications:
- 5 or more years experience developing organizational publications and promotional materials
- Agency and/or journalism experience
- Please note: Zurich does not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies.
- Location(s): AM
- Chicago, AM
- Schaumburg
Questions about this listing
What salary does Zurich Insurance (sede Ticino) offer for this role?
Zurich Insurance (sede Ticino) lists CHF 142'000 - 249'500 gross per year for this position in Lugano. This is the salary published in the original listing (or, when the employer omits a figure, a realistic estimate for the role and sector) — the calculator on this site converts it to your actual net take-home once cross-border tax and social contributions are applied.
Is this a full-time role, and what type of contract does Zurich Insurance (sede Ticino) offer?
This listing is a part-time position. The contract type shown here comes directly from the employer's original posting; always confirm exact hours, notice period and probation length with Zurich Insurance (sede Ticino) during the application process, since these details can vary by role even within the same contract category.
Do I need the G permit to apply for this role in Ticino as an Italian cross-border worker?
Yes, if you are resident in Italy within the 20 km border zone. The Swiss employer files the G-permit application at the Ticino cantonal migration office after the contract is signed — first issuance takes 2-6 weeks, then automatic yearly renewal for as long as the employment continues. Weekly return to your Italian home is required to keep the status. Note: this listing allows remote work — teleworking above 25 % of your time can shift your social-security base to Italy, so confirm the agreed remote share with HR before signing.
How do I apply for this position at Zurich Insurance (sede Ticino)?
Use the "Apply now" button on this page — it links directly to Zurich Insurance (sede Ticino)'s original listing at careers.zurich.com, so your application goes straight to the employer's own applicant-tracking system. Frontaliere Ticino does not collect or forward applications itself.
