Marketing and Communications Assistant

Job Description

SBMA is a dedicated third-party administrator (TPA) specializing in affordable, ACA-compliant benefits for employer groups of all sizes. With a mission to simplify employee benefits, SBMA focuses on delivering exceptional service, swift implementation, and innovative solutions to ensure essential and comprehensive coverage.

SBMA collaborates with trusted vendors, networks, and groups to offer benefit programs that address the needs of both organizations and employees while remaining compliant with evolving healthcare regulations. The organization is committed to implementing innovative practices and utilizing data-driven insights to improve benefits administration. This approach fosters an exceptional experience for employers, employees, clients, and customers alike.

Position Overview: Under the guidance of the Marketing and Communications Manager, we are seeking a purpose-driven and detail-oriented Marketing and Communications Associate to join our team at SBMA. This entry-level role supports the department’s day-to-day operations and plays a key role in ensuring the smooth execution of content coordination and internal processes.

The ideal candidate will assist with a range of responsibilities—from drafting pre-created content and maintaining brand consistency across channels to supporting the development of team workflows and special projects. While the primary focus will be operational support, there will be opportunities to contribute to select strategies and initiatives, offering valuable exposure to the broader functions of a dynamic marketing and communications team.

A meticulous eye for detail, a creative mindset, and strong organizational skills will be essential to ensuring the accuracy and effectiveness of all materials produced. Collaborating closely with team members, the associate will help uphold brand standards and contribute to projects that shape our departmental strategies and drive our initiatives forward.

This role calls for a proactive attitude, a willingness to learn, and a strong commitment to producing thoughtful, high-quality work. The associate will be encouraged to bring fresh ideas and creativity to a team that values collaboration, innovation, and attentiveness. It’s an ideal opportunity for someone who thrives in a supportive, fast-paced environment and enjoys contributing to meaningful projects and team goals.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Responsibilities and Duties:

o Ensure brand messaging consistency and accuracy across all channels while maintaining alignment with the company's brand guidelines and visual identity.

o Assist in drafting prepared and relevant content, such as policy documents and other job-related frameworks.

o Organize resources and assets, ensuring effective coordination through diligent task management within the department.

o Draft, edit, and proofread communications to ensure accuracy, quality, professionalism, and brand alignment.

o Help maintain marketing databases, asset libraries, and documentation.

o Work closely with leadership to facilitate the deployment of departmental and organizational projects in alignment with company objectives.

o Uphold the utmost accuracy and quality of all produced materials.

o Participate in joint projects and contribute to the overall success of the team.

This description is not meant to be all-inclusive and may be modified from time to time at the discretion of management.

Required Education and Experience:

o 1-3 years of experience in corporate marketing, communications, administration, or a similar role; Insurance-related industry is a plus.

o Associate or bachelor’s degree in marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Business, or a related field, preferred or equivalent.

o Technology proficient with the ability to adapt to new software and updates; competency in Microsoft Office Suite is essential (Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, etc.)

o Experience with graphic design tools (Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, etc.).

Preferred Education and Experience:

o Insurance industry knowledge, highly preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

o High-level attention to detail to ensure consistency across all material.

o Reliable, flexible, and cooperative team player comfortable working independently or collaboratively to contribute to team and organizational goals.

o Creative thinker with problem-solving abilities and a team-oriented mindset.

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