Location: Remote: Indianapolis, IN preferred. Must be willing to work EST hours.

The Communication Chief of Staff & Public Relations Strategist, is a highly visible role responsible working with VP Corporate Communications, to identify and implement varied projects, programs and plans that support business unit and enterprise goals. The Chief of Staff acts as a connector for the organization and operates as a strategic consultant for the Vice President and their leadership team. This individual will help drive a high-performance culture and be a direct extension of the VP in numerous engagements, including meetings and in some cases, assisting in media events or requests.

Primary duties to include, but are not limited to:

• Works closely with corporate communications, content and marketing leaders to facilitate execution of key projects and initiatives.
• Provides strategic, analytical and management support and keeps leadership abreast of noteworthy events, milestones, and issues out of their responsibility.
• Provides support and expertise in process planning and portfolio management activities.
• Ensures the timely communication and flow of information among leadership and associates by supporting Annual Planning, Town Halls, Budget Management, and strategic planning.
• Maintains lists of Executive Team priority action items, and monitors progress on actions.
• Oversees and executes other significant "strategic administrative" responsibilities and wears multiple "hats" at any given time and ensures nothing falls through the cracks.
• Serves as a trusted thought partner to the Corporate Communication Leadership team helping to connect disparate efforts and address challenges within the organization by identifying potential issues.
• May specialize in one area of organization effectiveness (planning, project portfolio, or culture/change) or be assigned to directly support a business unit and ensures activities are aligned with corporate strategy.
• As part of the Communications team, may need to assist in writing or media response when a crisis or overflow event occurs.
• Provides support and oversight to major initiatives in support of our operating plan, including:
  • Organizing teams and identify communications best practices.
  • Identifying enterprise impacted parties, business partners, and resources required
  • Developing and designing processes and systems that support business needs.
  • Designing methods for integrating functions and processes.
  • Building support for business change throughout the business unit.
  • Providing expertise to the business areas in culture/change management activities.
  • High degree of emotional intelligence
  • Strong Executive Presence
  • Extreme attention to detail

Minimum Requirements

• Requires a BA in a related field and minimum of 10 years managing mid to large-scale project initiatives; or any combination of education and experience which would provide an equivalent background.
• Ability to travel local and stay overnight as needed.

Preferred Skills, Capabilities, and Experience:

• Strong analytical skills to support independent decision making and accountability, and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent oral, written, presentation and communication skills, and ability to meet in person as needed.
• Experience organizing and creating presentations ranging from executive presentations to all-hand meetings
• Experience working closely and influencing senior executives (VPs, SVP, CxO), and setting expectations on organizational goals.
• Communications and Account Management experience preferred.

For candidates working in person or remotely in the below locations, the salary* range for this specific position is $107,440 to $185,334

Locations: Colorado; Nevada, Jersey City, NJ; New York City, NY; Ithaca, NY and Westchester County, NY

In addition to your salary, Elevance Health offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). The salary offered for this specific position is based on a number of legitimate, non-discriminatory factors set by the company. The company is fully committed to ensuring equal pay opportunities for equal work regardless of gender, race, or any other category protected by federal, state, and local pay equity laws.

• The salary range is the range Elevance Health in good faith believes is the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. This range may be modified in the future and actual compensation may vary from posting based on geographic location, work experience, education and/or skill level. Even within the range, the actual compensation will vary depending on the above factors as well as market/business considerations. No amount is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable under the terms and conditions of the applicable policies and plans. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole discretion, consistent with the law.

Be part of an Extraordinary Team

Elevance Health is a health company dedicated to improving lives and communities - and making healthcare simpler. Previously known as Anthem, Inc., we have evolved into a company focused on whole health and updated our name to better reflect the direction the company is heading.

We are looking for leaders at all levels of the organization who are passionate about making an impact on our members and the communities we serve. You will thrive in a complex and collaborative environment where you take action and ownership to solve problems and lead change. Do you want to be part of a larger purpose and an evolving, high-performance culture that empowers you to make an impact?

We offer a range of market-competitive total rewards that include merit increases, paid holidays, Paid Time Off, and incentive bonus programs (unless covered by a collective bargaining agreement), medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k) +match, stock purchase plan, life insurance, wellness programs and financial education resources, to name a few.

The health of our associates and communities is a top priority for Elevance Health. We require all new candidates to become vaccinated against COVID-19. If you are not vaccinated, your offer will be rescinded unless you provide - and Elevance Health approves - a valid religious or medical explanation as to why you are not able to get vaccinated that Elevance Health is able to reasonably accommodate. Elevance Health will also follow all relevant federal, state and local laws.

Elevance Health has been named as a Fortune Great Place To Work in 2021, is ranked as one of the 2021 World's Most Admired Companies among health insurers by Fortune magazine, and a Top 20 Fortune 500 Companies on Diversity and Inclusion. To learn more about our company and apply, please visit us at careers.elevancehealth.com. Elevance Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, genetic information, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact ability@icareerhelp.com for assistance.