Back
04/16/2026

Public Relations Specialist Sr.

Job Description

Experience more with a career at COUNTRY Financial!

We’re excited you’re interested in a career at COUNTRY as we strive toward our vision - to enrich lives in the communities we serve. Our footprint spans coast to coast. But more important than where we operate, is the people who do the work. Apply today to help our organization grow and make a difference for our clients.

About the role

Protects and enhances the reputation of COUNTRY Financial through external communications. Supports corporate vision, mission, objectives and values through external message planning, development and delivery. Ensures the right messages get to the right external audiences using the appropriate medium based on best practices and which meet legal, compliance, brand and other standards. Ensures consistency and alignment of messages with corporate strategy.

How does this role make an impact?

- Works closely with client advocacy, marketing, and legal stakeholders to support effective external audience messaging and management of public image. - Establishes and maintains relationships with executive leadership and works closely with business leaders across the organization to plan and deliver effective external communications. - Analyzes, recommends, develops and implements external communications ensuring strategic, consistent and clear messages are shared through appropriate channels.

Do you have what we're looking for?

  • Typically requires 7+ years of relevant experience or a combination of related experience, education and training.
  • Proven experience leading external communications or public relations strategies that strengthen trust and protect organizational reputation
  • Strong media relations and messaging expertise, with the ability to clearly connect messages to the right audiences through the right channels
  • Demonstrated ability to partner with executive leaders and cross‑functional teams to deliver aligned, high‑impact communications
  • Excellent writing and editing skills with a focus on clarity, credibility, and brand consistency
  • Experience in regulated, corporate, or service‑driven environments; financial services or insurance experience preferred

#LI-CORP

#LI-Hybrid

Base Pay Range:

$77,600-$106,700

The base pay range represents the typical range of potential salary offers for candidates hired. Factors used to determine your actual salary include your specific skills, qualifications and experience.

Incentive Pay:

In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for a Short-Term Incentive plan.

Why work with us?

Our employees and representatives serve nearly one million households with our diverse range of personal and business insurance products as well as retirement and investment services. We build relationships and work together to create a stronger, more secure future for our clients and our communities. We’re a big company, yet small enough you can make an impact and won’t get lost in the shuffle. You’ll have the opportunity to learn and grow throughout your career, either within this role or by exploring other areas of our business.

You’ll be able to take advantage of our benefits package, which includes insurance benefits (medical, dental, vision, disability, and life), 401(k) with company match.

COUNTRY Financial is committed to providing equal opportunity in all areas of employment, and in providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, veteran status, national origin, disability, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

Come join our team at COUNTRY today!


Apply Now
Apply Now
Country Financial
Country Financial

Start a corporate career with COUNTRY Financial® today!

COUNTRY is headquartered in Bloomington, IL and offers hybrid, onsite and remote opportunities.

 

From the moment you’re hired, we invest in you. We know job satisfaction fuels your contribution, so we offer competitive benefits and make investments that help you achieve your professional goals:

  • Insurance benefits (medical, dental, vision, disability and life)

  • 401(k) with company match

  • Paid time off, parental leave, paid company holidays and paid time off to volunteer in your community

  • Tuition assistance and industry education certificates and designations

  • Employee resource groups to connect with your peers based on shared identities, characteristics, life experiences and beliefs. By integrating diversity, equity and inclusion in our business approach, we can better serve our clients and our communities.

 

Take the next steps to experience more with careers at COUNTRY Financial and apply today!