Account Assistant, Communications Consulting Practice - US REMOTE

Welcome to Gallagher - a global leader in insurance, risk management, and consulting services. With a growing team of more than 52,000 professionals worldwide, we empower businesses, communities, and individuals to thrive. At Gallagher, you can build a career whether its with our brokerage division, our benefits and HR consulting division, or our corporate team. Experience The Gallagher Way, a culture fueled by shared values and a collective passion for excellence. Join one of our dynamic teams, where youll play a pivotal role in shaping Gallaghers future and unlocking unparalleled opportunities for both clients and yourself.

We believe that every candidate brings something special to the table, including you! So, even if you feel that youre close but not an exact match, we encourage you to apply.

This is an entry-level support role and involves working within project teams to proactively coordinate and manage the internal production of numerous projects in support of a large & complex client account. You will be instrumental in helping to ensure tasks are delivered on time, on budget and to high standards.

Our new colleague will carry out duties according to internal policies and procedures in accordance with applicable laws, rules, regulations, good governance and Gallaghers shared values -- in particular, putting clients at the heart of our business.

• Support in the delivery of individual projects using a wide range of tools and media
• Day-to-day account support and project management, with supervision
• Basic proof-reading in support of client projects
• Participate in, and contribute to, internal account management meetings
• Coordinate internal and external production resources
• Help plan and support client meetings

• Build strong relationships that enable day-to-day account, project and stakeholder management.
• Provide a professional, high-quality service to all clients and colleagues.
• Build strong, collaborative and respectful relationships with our suppliers.

• Weekly completion and distribution of client status reports during live projects.
• Accurately record all chargeable and non-chargeable time.
• Set-up and governance support with account management systems and processes.
• Create bimonthly team timekeeping reports and distribute to team leads

• Relevant post-secondary diploma or degree an asset but not mandatory
• Strong project coordination skills in communication and project implementation, including: proactivity, questioning, listening, and collaboration
• High level of technical proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Teams Planner; interest and ability to learn new tools and technologies is critical
• High degree of service orientation, including but not limited to being an outstanding teammate, working to coordinate effectively with internal teams to deliver exceptional customer service
• Excellent organization skills, with ability to work to tight deadlines, effectively manage competing priorities and effectively allocate time and resources as required to advance deliverables
• Ability to work under pressure, solve problems and develop workable and repeatable solutions
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail in all areas of work, including ability to consistently produce high standards of documentation
• Proven ability to navigate change in a positive way and to support others in doing the same
• Proofreading experience
• Basic presentation preparation and delivery
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Creative agency, consultancy or HR communication experience considered an asset

On top of a competitive salary, great teams and exciting career opportunities, we also offer a wide range of benefits.

 Below are the minimum core benefits youll get, depending on your job level these benefits may improve:

• Medical/dental/vision plans, which start from day one!
• Life and accident insurance
• 401(K) and Roth options
• Tax-advantaged accounts (HSA, FSA)
• Educational expense reimbursement
• Paid parental leave

Other benefits include:

• Digital mental health services (Talkspace)
• Flexible work hours (availability varies by office and job function)
• Training programs
• Gallagher Thrive program - elevating your health through challenges, workshops and digital fitness programs for your overall wellbeing
• Charitable matching gift program
• And more...

We value inclusion and diversity

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Inclusion and diversity (I&D) is a core part of our business, and its embedded into the fabric of our organization. For more than 95 years, Gallagher has led with a commitment to sustainability and to support the communities where we live and work.

Gallagher embraces our employees diverse identities, experiences and talents, allowing us to better serve our clients and communities. We see inclusion as a conscious commitment and diversity as a vital strength. By embracing diversity in all its forms, we live out The Gallagher Way to its fullest.

Gallagher believes that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunity and prohibits any form of discrimination by its managers, employees, vendors or customers based on race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy status), sexual orientation, gender identity (which includes transgender and other gender non-conforming individuals), gender expression, hair expression, marital status, parental status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran or military status, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected (herein referred to as “protected characteristics”) by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Equal employment opportunity will be extended in all aspects of the employer-employee relationship, including, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, demotion, compensation, benefits, layoff, and termination. In addition, Gallagher will make reasonable accommodations to known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified person with a disability, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.

Information :

• Company : Arthur J. Gallagher
• Position : Account Assistant, Communications Consulting Practice - US REMOTE
• Location : Rolling Meadows, IL
• Country : US