Job Title

Senior Writer

Company Name

Raymond James

Your Name

Susan Futterman

Email

susan.futterman@raymondjames.com

Website

http://www.raymondjames.com

Location of Job

St. Petersburg, FL

Qualifications and Job Summary

Experienced senior writer to brainstorm, research, develop, write, edit and execute materials and campaigns designed for retail investors. Ability to develop and implement creative brand-driven concepts as well as results-focused marketing campaigns is critical, as is effective communications with internal clients and creative team. Successful candidate will thrive on tight deadlines, generate thoughtful and thought-provoking ideas, and serve both as a productive team player and individual contributor.

Job Requirements: Ability to: ▪ Effectively juggle multiple assignments and meet aggressive deadlines ▪ Develop and execute creative concepts across multi-channel campaigns ▪ Work closely with account manager to research and assess competitor and market trends ▪ Collaborate closely with art and web team members on creative executions for print, web and other media ▪ Manage compliance guidelines and brand/style standards for each client ▪ Review and proofread for accuracy, grammar, style and overall consistency ▪ Communicate effectively with internal clients (including financial advisors and strategic business units) ▪ Work independently as well as part of a creative team ▪ Quickly absorb and apply new information and ideas

Additional information

Seeking both free-lance/contract and full-time writers. Experience in financial services industry is a strong plus

How to apply for job

email susan.futterman@raymondjames.com with writing samples and resume.

Job Req ID

1187BR

Posting Title

Generation Communications Specialist – Crystal River, FL

Geographic Location

FL-Crystal River

Full Time/Part Time

Full Time

Standard Job Details

This position is the lead communication consultant and strategist for the Crystal River 3 Nuclear Plant. This employee must be able to manage multiple tasks and activities while looking toward the future and understanding the "big picture." This includes working with corporate, plant and regional management and personnel. This position is responsible for planning, executing and measuring all site internal communications, using a multitude of tactics and communication tools, while reinforcing corporate messaging and communications and translating them so they are relevant for site personnel. As the site’s lead communication consultant, employee will also support external communications and serve as the site’s primary media spokesperson. Employee should be engaged with issues associated with the nuclear power industry, the electric utility industry and Progress Energy's businesses. Communication leadership and support during refueling outages is considered highly valuable and requires significant commitment of planning, resources and time. Some early morning and late evening work may be required, as is week-long, rotational on-call periods.

This position reports to the Director – PEF Communications with matrix responsibility to the Director – Media Relations and PEC Communications.

Basic Qualifications

A Bachelor's degree and three to six years experience is required.

Specific Job Details

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Serve as primary counsel and communications consultant to plant management, with direction from the Director – PEF Communications with matrix responsibility to the Director – Media Relations and PEC Communications on plant activities, both internal and external. Work closely with the Plant Vice President to identify and agree upon a comprehensive and strategic site communications plan that reaches all key internal and external stakeholders. Implement and manage the site communications plan in alignment with the fleet priorities.

- Develop and manage plant’s internal communication plans. Support NGG fleet alignment and other initiatives that successfully inform and support employees, link the business strategy and change initiatives and improve internal understanding of Progress Energy programs and activities. Utilize varied communication tools selecting the best option or combination for the intended audience.

- Develop and manage plant’s external communications plan and serve as CR3’s site media spokesperson. As appropriate, cultivate effective relationships with local and/or nuclear trade media and take the lead in managing and mitigating potentially negative issues. Coordinate media communications with Director for Corporate Media Relations. Provide issues management communications support for both the plant and the company. On a rotational basis, field the Florida media line for after-hours inquiries.

- Coordinate with the Emergency Planning and Crisis lead to develop and execute the CR3 crisis communications plan, including weather, nuclear, plant issues and other crises. If a crisis develops at CR3, this person will serve as the lead spokesperson and communications coordinator. Manage the Emergency News Center (ENC) program and provide qualifying training for new staff and quarterly training for all ENC staff.

- As needed, work with and/or provide support to Community Relations personnel in the Crystal River region (North Coastal). Initiatives may include site tours, community meetings and NRC public meetings.

- Organize and conduct plant tours for civic, industry and community groups in coordination with plant management.

Preferred Qualifications

Post-Bachelor's degree (ex. Masters' or professional school equivalent). Seven or more years like work experience preferred. Prefer communications and/or public relations certification (ABC or APR)

Travel Percentage

<=25%

EEO Statement

Progress Energy is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and does not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, disabled veteran, or Vietnam Era Veteran status.

FMLA Statement

The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) requires FMLA covered employers to post a notice of employee rights and responsibilities under the Act. Progress Energy is a covered employer and provides FMLA leave to eligible, qualifying employees. For additional details, click here.

NOTE:  This position will be based in Crystal River, FL – NO RELOCATION.