Reinsurance Association of America is a trade association representing the interests of the reinsurance industry. We convene members, elevate thought leadership, advocate for sound public policy, and provide timely insights on issues affecting the global risk and reinsurance marketplace.

Position Summary

The Director of Communications will be responsible for assisting the leadership team in ensuring the Reinsurance Association of America (RAA) is the go?to source and thought leader on legislative and regulatory issues impacting the reinsurance industry. This position will assist in creating messaging to promote the value of reinsurance and to educate others on our industry, our issues and our positions. Target audiences include legislative, executive and regulatory bodies and the media. The Director of Communications is also responsible for enhancing communications with our members. This important position requires not only superior communication skills and creativity, but also a sense of entrepreneurship and a desire to work in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement an annual communications plan aligned with organizational goals and strategic priorities (membership value, policy priorities, events, and thought leadership).
• Support leadership team in developing strategic communications to advance the RAA's strategic priorities.
• Translate complex reinsurance topics into clear, compelling language for diverse audiences (members, policymakers, media, partners).
• Serve as the organization's point person for press releases and media inquiries and interactions with reporters.
• Establish and maintain communications policies, protocols, and procedures that prioritize member engagement and promote work with cross?functional department leaders to develop new communications programs and initiatives.
• Develop one?pagers and other written resources to support the strategic communication plan.
• Work with leadership team to develop consistent messaging across all traditional and social media channels. Assist in preparing materials for the President and officers as needed, including social media, speeches, messages, columns, and presentations.
• Manage brand standards and ensure high-quality visuals and writing across all deliverables.
• Advance communications opportunities and solutions and define and execute appropriate strategies to support them.
• Oversee and execute website content strategy.
• Oversee development of strategy and content for RAA publications, Design.
• Review and edit internal and external documents for RAA stakeholders.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent
• 5+ years of progressive communications experience (association, financial services, insurance/reinsurance, public affairs, or related).
• Demonstrated ability to lead communications strategy and execute deliverables independently.
• Exceptional writing and editing skills; comfort simplifying technical subject matter.

Preferred

• Knowledge of reinsurance, insurance, risk, capital markets, or financial regulation.
• Experience supporting advocacy/public policy communications (state, federal, or international).
• Familiarity with membership organizations/trade associations and member engagement strategy.

Core Competencies

• Strategic thinking + hands-on execution
• Sound judgment and diplomacy with member leaders and external stakeholders
• Editorial excellence and attention to detail
• Project management and deadline discipline
• Collaborative, service-oriented approach
• Comfort working with sensitive issues and time-critical communications

Compensation

• Salary range is $125,000 - $135,000 annually. The RAA offers an exceptional benefits package that includes platinum level medical insurance, dental, vision, and life and disability insurance. Generous paid time off including all federal holidays.

To Apply: Please submit your resume and cover letter for consideration.

Reinsurance Association of America is an Equal Opportunity Employer.