Communications Specialist - Private Wealth Management

Robust communication is a vital component of Baird's business strategy and strengthens its commitment to being both an industry leader and a great place to work. You will work within Baird's Private Wealth Management (PWM) business unit, to create, coordinate and execute internal communications to associates. This role helps to plan and ensure the most effective flow of information and determine the best methods for communicating key messages. You must have a passion for writing, enjoy teamwork and excel in a fast-paced environment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Works across a wide variety of teams to understand communication needs, set priorities, sequence timing, and suggest channels to deliver strong messaging to the branch network.

• Partners with subject matter experts to write, edit and execute a broad range of communications to inform, educate and influence specific target audiences using email, news stories, talking points, presentations, video and more.

• Coordinates updates to a cross-functional team to proactively plan for communication needs.

• Helps maintain master communications calendar to ensure the optimal prioritization, sequencing, flow and receipt of key messages.

• Serves as a communications consultant and implements both simple and complex communications strategies for a range of business initiatives, including:

• New and existing product, service and technology offerings

• Significant operational and/or regulatory changes

• Administers technologies for analytics tracking and reporting.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, PR, Marketing or equivalent preferred.

• 3+ years' of experience in a related field, preferably in a financial or professional services environment.

• Outstanding written and strategic communication skills including planning, content development, editing and proofing.

• Proven ability to drive self and others to achieve specific results.

• Strong project management and organizational skills, and ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

• Maturity and poise to work effectively with associates at all levels of the firm, including in senior leadership.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/EQUIPMENT OPERATED:

Administrative or clerical occupation in which the employee is primarily involved with sedentary work. While performing the duties of this job, the associate frequently sits at a desk (75% of the day) while typing, opening mail and answering phones, and is occasionally required to stand/walk. Occasionally lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling items such as paperwork, copy paper, boxes of office supplies and office equipment weighing up to 20 lbs. may be required. The associate uses the hands routinely to operate the keyboard and deal with paperwork. Successful performance requires specific visual abilities that include close vision.

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