Communications Specialist

Waterstone Mortgage Corporation

At Waterstone Mortgage, we work as a team to deliver the best mortgage experience possible. We stand out in our community – and in the mortgage industry – because of our complete focus on quality, exceptional customer care, and commitment to closing loans on time. Our mortgage loan originators can offer a wide varietyloan programsto help you achieve your dream of homeownership. We strive to offer a solution for everyone’s unique situation and offer several resources to help you learn more about mortgages and understand the mortgage loan process.

The company’s reputation for solid lending practices and responsible growth allows it to attract top talent from the mortgage lending industry. With the right people in place, Waterstone Mortgage continues to grow while maintaining a reputation for exceptional customer service. Today, Waterstone Mortgage has more than 750 employees and the ability to lend in 45 states.

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Position Details

Communications Specialist
Job
Full-time
5/14/2018
Southeast Wisconsin
Pewaukee, WI

Our corporate Marketing team is hiring! We’re looking for a driven, friendly, and go-getting Communications Specialist with experience crafting engaging (and fun) copy for print, web, and social media. Our Marketing team is an energetic, outgoing, and meme-loving bunch. If you have corporate writing experience, a passion for the Oxford comma, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment where you can manage multiple projects simultaneously, you could be the right fit for us. Learn more!

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Execute the communications plan to support WMC’s strategic initiatives.
  • Proven ability to effectively manage multiple projects and deadlines in fast-paced environment.
  • Develop copy that presents a consistent and positive image of Waterstone Mortgage Corporation.
  • Develop copy that aligns with brand strategy and is appropriate to a multitude of audiences.
  • Ensure the company’s brand strategy/brand voice is consistent across a wide range of channels/media.
  • Assist with content development for materials utilized in wide range of channels/media including social, web, interactive and print advertising, email communications, training materials, enewsletters, direct mail, presentations, editorial articles, news releases, and more.
  • Develop engaging and informative email communications to internal customers.
  • Develop editorial articles for leadership personnel for insertion in national mortgage publications.
  • Develop and distribute news releases on national, regional, and local level.
  • Assist with implementation of content management system and the execution of an ongoing content management process.
  • Maintain comprehensive list of media contacts and assist with execution of media plan.

Experience Preferred:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Writing, English, or Journalism. 
  • Exceptional grammar and diction are required. Ability to read and comprehend instructions, write correspondence, and develop memorandums is required. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization is required. 
  • Possess excellent customer service skills which includes maintaining a good attitude, meeting customer needs, demonstrating a commitment to professional development, and using positive communication. 
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and familiarity with social platforms and web copy development are required. Basic knowledge of Adobe InDesign is a plus, as well as Hubspot certification or experience. 
  • 3 years copywriting experience, preferably in a regulated industry such as finance, mortgage (a plus), health, etc.

We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package, including Paid Time Off (PTO), group medical, dental & vision insurance, and more.


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