Role

• As a Communications Specialist you are responsible for the following tasks:
• Evaluate, create and/or update communication materials (internal/external, print and electronic): writing articles, brochures, flyers, website content etc.;
•  Managing internal communications (memos, newsletters etc.);
•  Acquire and maintain a detailed knowledge of the company’s policies, principles and strategies, and to keep up-to-date with relevant developments;
• Developing effective corporate communication strategies;
• Organize initiatives and plan events or press conferences;
• Assist in communication of strategies or messages from senior leadership;
•  Support in mitigating and managing difficult situations/crisis;
• Adhere to the company’s style guide, ensuring that we produce high-quality and error-free copy;
• Work with key internal role-players to brainstorm content ideas, in line with the company’s strategy and in support of various brand initiatives;
• Support and evaluate results of communication campaigns with the team;
• Build and maintain relationships with journalists and key external role-players.

 Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations or a related field (essential);
• A minimum of 2-3 years' experience in corporate communications, preferably within an asset manager;
• Excellent language skills in English and German; English essential;
• Excellent communication (oral and written) and presentation skills;
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently;
• Naturally takes ownership, works well under pressure and meets tight deadlines;
• Highly computer literate with capability in email, MS Office and related business and communication tools;
• Content writing experience for all media platforms;
• Proven social media and networking expertise;
• Strategic and creative mindset;
• Meticulous attention to detail;
• A portfolio of work available for review;
• Trustworthy, knows how to handle confidential information.

 Location: Freienbach area, Switzerland (Approx. 35 mins from Central Zurich)