(AIG Sonpo) Strategic Communications Specialist at AIG

Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japan

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
InsuranceIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree or higher in communications or related disciplines (or equivalent experience)
  • 8-10 years of experience in corporate communications and media/public relations
  • Strong working knowledge of media relations
  • Native English speaker, bilingual in Japanese
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Superior project management skills
  • Hands-on social media monitoring experience
  • Self-starter and strategic thinker with the ability to prioritize and synthesize data
  • Strong collaborator with solid negotiation and stakeholder management skills
  • Comfortable with public speaking to internal and external audiences
  • Advanced skills in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
  • High-level strategic thinking and willingness to drive consistency and alignment with regional/global strategies, adjusted for local practices and cultural differences

Responsibilities

  • Plan and execute effective external communications plan to increase media engagement, brand awareness, and market understanding of AIG
  • Manage external communications output, covering media relations, business marketing, website content, crisis communication, agency communications, and social media posting content
  • Partner closely with business and function leaders to promote consistent and effective communications around AIG’s brand and reputation
  • Review various communications to ensure consistent branding and messaging
  • Collaborate with International Corporate Communications and global teams for aligned and consistent messaging
  • Develop creative content and strategy across print, broadcast, and digital channels
  • Refine core messaging for organizational consistency, including development, organizing, and education
  • Ensure consistent framing of messages
  • Publish videos and photography on company website and blogs
  • Document company presence at events, conferences, and speaking engagements
  • Advocate on behalf of the company brand with external stakeholders and media across all channels
  • Collaborate with marketing to develop advertising, marketing, and promotion plans
  • Edit and revise content as necessary

Skills

media relations
crisis communication
social media
content strategy
branding
messaging
video publishing
photography
website content
advertising
marketing
editing

AIG

Global insurance provider for individuals and businesses

About AIG

AIG provides a variety of insurance products and services aimed at individuals, families, and businesses. Their offerings include life insurance, retirement planning, and commercial insurance, which help clients manage risk and protect their assets. AIG operates by underwriting insurance policies and managing risk, while also investing the premiums collected to generate income. This company stands out from competitors by not only focusing on traditional insurance but also emphasizing cybersecurity and data protection to keep clients' information safe. AIG's goal is to help clients achieve financial security and peace of mind through comprehensive insurance solutions.

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters
1919Year Founded
IPOCompany Stage
Cybersecurity, Financial ServicesIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Health, dental, & vision coverage
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
401(k)
PTO
Commuter Expense Reimbursement Account

Risks

Sale of personal travel business may reduce AIG's market presence in travel insurance.
Expansion in Atlanta could pose financial risks if expected growth does not materialize.
Deconsolidation of Corebridge Financial might lead to loss of synergies and increased costs.

Differentiation

AIG offers a wide range of insurance products globally, serving diverse client needs.
Corebridge Financial, a subsidiary, enhances AIG's offerings in retirement planning and financial futures.
AIG emphasizes cybersecurity and data protection, ensuring clients' information remains secure.

Upsides

AI adoption in underwriting and claims processing enhances efficiency and reduces costs for AIG.
InsurTech partnerships offer AIG opportunities to enhance digital capabilities and drive innovation.
Telematics and usage-based insurance allow AIG to offer personalized and flexible products.

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