Allstate
Lead Consultant, Media and Issues Management
Role overview
At Allstate, great things happen when our people work together to protect families and their belongings from life’s uncertainties. And for more than 90 years our innovative drive has kept us a step ahead of our customers’ evolving needs. From advocating for seat belts, air bags and graduated driving laws, to being an industry leader in pricing sophistication, telematics, and, more recently, device and identity protection.
Job Description
We are seeking a Lead Consultant for Media and Issues Management who will be responsible for crisis and issues communications for the eastern half of the country. The ideal candidate will have experience with proactive media engagement, crisis and issues PR, and a demonstrated history of protecting the reputation of large companies and organizations. This role will report to Allstate’s director of corporate reputation and requires prior experience focused in media relations and crisis and issues communications.
Key Responsibilities:
- Communications Expert for Local Markets: Build a deep understanding of Allstate’s presence in your markets by working closely with state teams to plan for newsworthy events and activities. Advise state teams on media strategy, messaging and potential issues. Identify opportunities for proactive storytelling and prepare for challenging topics in your region.
- Crisis and Issues Preparedness: Support Allstate’s ability to mitigate and respond to issues by building communications preparedness plans, enhancing reputation threat detection systems, and developing case studies on notable issues to help the company detect, prepare for, and prevent reputation issues.
- Media Engagement: Understand local media markets to help ensure Allstate is represented fairly. Build relationships with key reporters in priority markets to help shape reporting and identify opportunities.
- Catastrophe Response Communications: Lead the development and execution of communications plans when major catastrophes occur. Work closely with partners to tell the story of how Allstate is responding to protect and support customers.
- Ensure Accurate Reporting: Maintain awareness of insurance reporting in local markets to correct reports that include inaccurate or misleading information about Allstate. Be vigilant and appropriately aggressive to ensure reporting is accurate.
- Communicate Allstate’s Support of Customers: Work with local teams and Allstate’s Claims team to investigate and respond to news stories about customer issues.
- Monitoring & Reporting: Partner with Allstate’s measurement and insights team to track media coverage across the region, analyze sentiment and provide regular insights to state leadership to adjust strategies and responses as necessary.
Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism or a related field.
- Experience: 5+ years of experience in media relations, issues management, public relations or corporate communications. Crisis and issues communication experience is highly preferred.
- Skills:
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Expertise in building relationships with local/regional media and understanding their landscapes.
- Experience managing media during crises and providing strategic counsel.
- Ability to thrive under pressure and make quick, informed decisions.
- Strong sense of evolving social issues and current events.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to influence and collaborate with senior leaders and cross-functional teams.
- Familiarity with media monitoring tools and digital platforms.
#LI-RD1
Skills
Business Communications, Communication, Management Reporting, Media Relations, Public Relations (PR)
Compensation
Compensation offered for this role is $74,240.00 – 134,060.00 annually and is based on experience and qualifications.
The candidate(s) offered this position will be required to submit to a background investigation.
Joining our team isn’t just a job — it’s an opportunity. One that takes your skills and pushes them to the next level. One that encourages you to challenge the status quo. And one where you can impact the future for the greater good.
You’ll do all this in a flexible environment that embraces connection and belonging. And with the recognition of several inclusivity and diversity awards, we’ve proven that Allstate empowers everyone to lead, drive change and give back where they work and live.
Good Hands. Greater Together.
Allstate generally does not sponsor individuals for employment-based visas for this position.
Effective July 1, 2014, under Indiana House Enrolled Act (HEA) 1242, it is against public policy of the State of Indiana and a discriminatory practice for an employer to discriminate against a prospective employee on the basis of status as a veteran by refusing to employ an applicant on the basis that they are a veteran of the armed forces of the United States, a member of the Indiana National Guard or a member of a reserve component.
For jobs in San Francisco, please click “here” for information regarding the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
For jobs in Los Angeles, please click “here” for information regarding the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
To view the “EEO is the Law” poster click “here”. This poster provides information concerning the laws and procedures for filing complaints of violations of the laws with the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs
To view the FMLA poster, click “here”. This poster summarizing the major provisions of the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and telling employees how to file a complaint.
It is the Company’s policy to employ the best qualified individuals available for all jobs. Therefore, any discriminatory action taken on account of an employee’s ancestry, age, color, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual and reproductive health decision, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race (include traits historically associated with race, including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles), religion (including religious dress), sex, or sexual orientation that adversely affects an employee's terms or conditions of employment is prohibited. This policy applies to all aspects of the employment relationship, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, salary administration, promotion, job assignment, benefits, discipline, and separation of employment.
Keys to Success
At Allstate, it’s all about teamwork, flexibility, and thinking ahead. We all contribute to the bigger picture, combining unique ideas to design innovative, more affordable protection solutions for customers.
We look for candidates with these skills to help us achieve that goal:
Learning agility
Quickly adapt to new situations, continually build new skills, experiment, and embrace new ways of doing things
Customer centricity
Deliver exceptional experience with a customer-first mindset and human-centered design
Digital literacy
Discover and apply emerging digital technology tools, data and insights.
Results-oriented
Start with measurable outcomes and drive results with speed
Inclusive leadership
Integrate diverse viewpoints into decision-making processes to enhance creativity and innovation
Together, we’re all working toward Our Shared Purpose, using our strengths to make a real difference for our people, our customers, our company, and the world around us.
Working in Sales
What We Do:
As an expert on our products and services, you can give customers personalized attention and innovative solutions to make their lives easier.
How We Support You:
Starting day one, you’ll have access to resources and incentives to keep you feeling challenged and excited about your careers.
Make An Impact:
As a member of our sales team, you’ll bring a sense of ease and support to customers looking for a better understanding of their protection options. Whether in the field or talking to customers over the phone, you’ll continue to build trust in who we are and what we do.
Working together
You’re in Good Hands ® is more than a promise we make to our customers. It’s a promise we make our employees, too.
As part of our team, we want you to love where you work, and that starts by giving you the freedom to be yourself. Our workplace flexibility and focus on inclusion creates an environment where you can connect and belong. Our goal is for you to feel trusted, heard and empowered to express yourself. When you thrive, we all thrive. And this year, we’re proud to share that we’ve been recognized by Forbes as one of America’s Best Employers For Diversity, and one of America’s Best Large Employers.
When you join us, you’ll have the opportunity to push your skills to the next level each day. Our dedication to continuous learning ensures that you have access to development programs designed to propel your career forward. As you learn and grow, so do we.
Working here also means getting the chance to do meaningful work and make a real impact in your community. We have been driving change for over 90 years, but the mark we leave on the world, can be even greater when we work together.
Good Hands. Greater Together.
Role overview
At Allstate, great things happen when our people work together to protect families and their belongings from life’s uncertainties. And for more than 90 years our innovative drive has kept us a step ahead of our customers’ evolving needs. From advocating for seat belts, air bags and graduated driving laws, to being an industry leader in pricing sophistication, telematics, and, more recently, device and identity protection.
Job Description
We are seeking a Lead Consultant for Media and Issues Management who will be responsible for crisis and issues communications for the eastern half of the country. The ideal candidate will have experience with proactive media engagement, crisis and issues PR, and a demonstrated history of protecting the reputation of large companies and organizations. This role will report to Allstate’s director of corporate reputation and requires prior experience focused in media relations and crisis and issues communications.
Key Responsibilities:
- Communications Expert for Local Markets: Build a deep understanding of Allstate’s presence in your markets by working closely with state teams to plan for newsworthy events and activities. Advise state teams on media strategy, messaging and potential issues. Identify opportunities for proactive storytelling and prepare for challenging topics in your region.
- Crisis and Issues Preparedness: Support Allstate’s ability to mitigate and respond to issues by building communications preparedness plans, enhancing reputation threat detection systems, and developing case studies on notable issues to help the company detect, prepare for, and prevent reputation issues.
- Media Engagement: Understand local media markets to help ensure Allstate is represented fairly. Build relationships with key reporters in priority markets to help shape reporting and identify opportunities.
- Catastrophe Response Communications: Lead the development and execution of communications plans when major catastrophes occur. Work closely with partners to tell the story of how Allstate is responding to protect and support customers.
- Ensure Accurate Reporting: Maintain awareness of insurance reporting in local markets to correct reports that include inaccurate or misleading information about Allstate. Be vigilant and appropriately aggressive to ensure reporting is accurate.
- Communicate Allstate’s Support of Customers: Work with local teams and Allstate’s Claims team to investigate and respond to news stories about customer issues.
- Monitoring & Reporting: Partner with Allstate’s measurement and insights team to track media coverage across the region, analyze sentiment and provide regular insights to state leadership to adjust strategies and responses as necessary.
Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism or a related field.
- Experience: 5+ years of experience in media relations, issues management, public relations or corporate communications. Crisis and issues communication experience is highly preferred.
- Skills:
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Expertise in building relationships with local/regional media and understanding their landscapes.
- Experience managing media during crises and providing strategic counsel.
- Ability to thrive under pressure and make quick, informed decisions.
- Strong sense of evolving social issues and current events.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to influence and collaborate with senior leaders and cross-functional teams.
- Familiarity with media monitoring tools and digital platforms.
#LI-RD1
Skills
Business Communications, Communication, Management Reporting, Media Relations, Public Relations (PR)
Compensation
Compensation offered for this role is $74,240.00 – 134,060.00 annually and is based on experience and qualifications.
The candidate(s) offered this position will be required to submit to a background investigation.
Joining our team isn’t just a job — it’s an opportunity. One that takes your skills and pushes them to the next level. One that encourages you to challenge the status quo. And one where you can impact the future for the greater good.
You’ll do all this in a flexible environment that embraces connection and belonging. And with the recognition of several inclusivity and diversity awards, we’ve proven that Allstate empowers everyone to lead, drive change and give back where they work and live.
Good Hands. Greater Together.
Allstate generally does not sponsor individuals for employment-based visas for this position.
Effective July 1, 2014, under Indiana House Enrolled Act (HEA) 1242, it is against public policy of the State of Indiana and a discriminatory practice for an employer to discriminate against a prospective employee on the basis of status as a veteran by refusing to employ an applicant on the basis that they are a veteran of the armed forces of the United States, a member of the Indiana National Guard or a member of a reserve component.
For jobs in San Francisco, please click “here” for information regarding the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
For jobs in Los Angeles, please click “here” for information regarding the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
To view the “EEO is the Law” poster click “here”. This poster provides information concerning the laws and procedures for filing complaints of violations of the laws with the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs
To view the FMLA poster, click “here”. This poster summarizing the major provisions of the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and telling employees how to file a complaint.
It is the Company’s policy to employ the best qualified individuals available for all jobs. Therefore, any discriminatory action taken on account of an employee’s ancestry, age, color, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual and reproductive health decision, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race (include traits historically associated with race, including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles), religion (including religious dress), sex, or sexual orientation that adversely affects an employee's terms or conditions of employment is prohibited. This policy applies to all aspects of the employment relationship, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, salary administration, promotion, job assignment, benefits, discipline, and separation of employment.
Keys to Success
At Allstate, it’s all about teamwork, flexibility, and thinking ahead. We all contribute to the bigger picture, combining unique ideas to design innovative, more affordable protection solutions for customers.
We look for candidates with these skills to help us achieve that goal:
Learning agility
Quickly adapt to new situations, continually build new skills, experiment, and embrace new ways of doing things
Customer centricity
Deliver exceptional experience with a customer-first mindset and human-centered design
Digital literacy
Discover and apply emerging digital technology tools, data and insights.
Results-oriented
Start with measurable outcomes and drive results with speed
Inclusive leadership
Integrate diverse viewpoints into decision-making processes to enhance creativity and innovation
Together, we’re all working toward Our Shared Purpose, using our strengths to make a real difference for our people, our customers, our company, and the world around us.
Working in Claims
What We Do:
Your ability to quickly and calmly make smart decisions can make a huge difference in how confident customers feel throughout the claims process. And as you support our customers, we’re there to support you.
How We Support You:
We empower your success starting day one. You’ll have access to everything you need to grow professionally while helping our customers get their lives back on track.
Make An Impact:
Helping customers with their claims is about learning their stories, not just processing their paperwork. You can take pride in the fact that you’re providing invaluable guidance and helping to build continued trust in our company.
Working together
You’re in Good Hands ® is more than a promise we make to our customers. It’s a promise we make our employees, too.
As part of our team, we want you to love where you work, and that starts by giving you the freedom to be yourself. Our workplace flexibility and focus on inclusion creates an environment where you can connect and belong. Our goal is for you to feel trusted, heard and empowered to express yourself. When you thrive, we all thrive. And this year, we’re proud to share that we’ve been recognized by Forbes as one of America’s Best Employers For Diversity, and one of America’s Best Large Employers.
When you join us, you’ll have the opportunity to push your skills to the next level each day. Our dedication to continuous learning ensures that you have access to development programs designed to propel your career forward. As you learn and grow, so do we.
Working here also means getting the chance to do meaningful work and make a real impact in your community. We have been driving change for over 90 years, but the mark we leave on the world, can be even greater when we work together.
Good Hands. Greater Together.
Role overview
At Allstate, great things happen when our people work together to protect families and their belongings from life’s uncertainties. And for more than 90 years our innovative drive has kept us a step ahead of our customers’ evolving needs. From advocating for seat belts, air bags and graduated driving laws, to being an industry leader in pricing sophistication, telematics, and, more recently, device and identity protection.
Job Description
We are seeking a Lead Consultant for Media and Issues Management who will be responsible for crisis and issues communications for the eastern half of the country. The ideal candidate will have experience with proactive media engagement, crisis and issues PR, and a demonstrated history of protecting the reputation of large companies and organizations. This role will report to Allstate’s director of corporate reputation and requires prior experience focused in media relations and crisis and issues communications.
Key Responsibilities:
- Communications Expert for Local Markets: Build a deep understanding of Allstate’s presence in your markets by working closely with state teams to plan for newsworthy events and activities. Advise state teams on media strategy, messaging and potential issues. Identify opportunities for proactive storytelling and prepare for challenging topics in your region.
- Crisis and Issues Preparedness: Support Allstate’s ability to mitigate and respond to issues by building communications preparedness plans, enhancing reputation threat detection systems, and developing case studies on notable issues to help the company detect, prepare for, and prevent reputation issues.
- Media Engagement: Understand local media markets to help ensure Allstate is represented fairly. Build relationships with key reporters in priority markets to help shape reporting and identify opportunities.
- Catastrophe Response Communications: Lead the development and execution of communications plans when major catastrophes occur. Work closely with partners to tell the story of how Allstate is responding to protect and support customers.
- Ensure Accurate Reporting: Maintain awareness of insurance reporting in local markets to correct reports that include inaccurate or misleading information about Allstate. Be vigilant and appropriately aggressive to ensure reporting is accurate.
- Communicate Allstate’s Support of Customers: Work with local teams and Allstate’s Claims team to investigate and respond to news stories about customer issues.
- Monitoring & Reporting: Partner with Allstate’s measurement and insights team to track media coverage across the region, analyze sentiment and provide regular insights to state leadership to adjust strategies and responses as necessary.
Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism or a related field.
- Experience: 5+ years of experience in media relations, issues management, public relations or corporate communications. Crisis and issues communication experience is highly preferred.
- Skills:
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Expertise in building relationships with local/regional media and understanding their landscapes.
- Experience managing media during crises and providing strategic counsel.
- Ability to thrive under pressure and make quick, informed decisions.
- Strong sense of evolving social issues and current events.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to influence and collaborate with senior leaders and cross-functional teams.
- Familiarity with media monitoring tools and digital platforms.
#LI-RD1
Skills
Business Communications, Communication, Management Reporting, Media Relations, Public Relations (PR)
Compensation
Compensation offered for this role is $74,240.00 – 134,060.00 annually and is based on experience and qualifications.
The candidate(s) offered this position will be required to submit to a background investigation.
Joining our team isn’t just a job — it’s an opportunity. One that takes your skills and pushes them to the next level. One that encourages you to challenge the status quo. And one where you can impact the future for the greater good.
You’ll do all this in a flexible environment that embraces connection and belonging. And with the recognition of several inclusivity and diversity awards, we’ve proven that Allstate empowers everyone to lead, drive change and give back where they work and live.
Good Hands. Greater Together.
Allstate generally does not sponsor individuals for employment-based visas for this position.
Effective July 1, 2014, under Indiana House Enrolled Act (HEA) 1242, it is against public policy of the State of Indiana and a discriminatory practice for an employer to discriminate against a prospective employee on the basis of status as a veteran by refusing to employ an applicant on the basis that they are a veteran of the armed forces of the United States, a member of the Indiana National Guard or a member of a reserve component.
For jobs in San Francisco, please click “here” for information regarding the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
For jobs in Los Angeles, please click “here” for information regarding the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
To view the “EEO is the Law” poster click “here”. This poster provides information concerning the laws and procedures for filing complaints of violations of the laws with the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs
To view the FMLA poster, click “here”. This poster summarizing the major provisions of the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and telling employees how to file a complaint.
It is the Company’s policy to employ the best qualified individuals available for all jobs. Therefore, any discriminatory action taken on account of an employee’s ancestry, age, color, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual and reproductive health decision, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race (include traits historically associated with race, including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles), religion (including religious dress), sex, or sexual orientation that adversely affects an employee's terms or conditions of employment is prohibited. This policy applies to all aspects of the employment relationship, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, salary administration, promotion, job assignment, benefits, discipline, and separation of employment.
Keys to Success
At Allstate, it’s all about teamwork, flexibility, and thinking ahead. We all contribute to the bigger picture, combining unique ideas to design innovative, more affordable protection solutions for customers.
We look for candidates with these skills to help us achieve that goal:
Learning agility
Quickly adapt to new situations, continually build new skills, experiment, and embrace new ways of doing things
Customer centricity
Deliver exceptional experience with a customer-first mindset and human-centered design
Digital literacy
Discover and apply emerging digital technology tools, data and insights.
Results-oriented
Start with measurable outcomes and drive results with speed
Inclusive leadership
Integrate diverse viewpoints into decision-making processes to enhance creativity and innovation
Together, we’re all working toward Our Shared Purpose, using our strengths to make a real difference for our people, our customers, our company, and the world around us.
Working together
You’re in Good Hands ® is more than a promise we make to our customers. It’s a promise we make our employees, too.
As part of our team, we want you to love where you work, and that starts by giving you the freedom to be yourself. Our workplace flexibility and focus on inclusion creates an environment where you can connect and belong. Our goal is for you to feel trusted, heard and empowered to express yourself. When you thrive, we all thrive. And this year, we’re proud to share that we’ve been recognized by Forbes as one of America’s Best Employers For Diversity, and one of America’s Best Large Employers.
When you join us, you’ll have the opportunity to push your skills to the next level each day. Our dedication to continuous learning ensures that you have access to development programs designed to propel your career forward. As you learn and grow, so do we.
Working here also means getting the chance to do meaningful work and make a real impact in your community. We have been driving change for over 90 years, but the mark we leave on the world, can be even greater when we work together.
Good Hands. Greater Together.SM
Benefits
Experience the benefits that make Allstate a great place to work.
*Benefits vary based on position.
Health
- Medical, dental and vision coverage
- HSAs and FSAs
- Wellbeing programs
- Free therapy sessions
Retirement
- 401(k) plan
- Pension plan
- Free financial counseling
Work-life balance
- Paid time off
- Work flexibility
Career development
- Talent shares
- Tuition reimbursement
- Learning opportunities
For a full description of Allstate’s benefits visit our benefits page
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