[Hiring] Senior ESOP Communication Consultant @Blue Ridge Associates

Role Description

The Senior ESOP Communication Consultant is responsible for developing and delivering advanced communication strategies, materials, and education for clients with Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs). This role provides leadership on complex client engagements, creates high-quality communication tools, and delivers presentations both virtually and on-site.

• Serve as a lead presenter for ESOP educational sessions, delivering in-depth content to diverse employee groups both virtually and in person.
• Consult with clients to understand cultural, demographic, and communication needs and develop appropriate communication approaches.
• Facilitate workshops, interactive learning activities, webinars, and employee ownership events to employees, managers, executive leadership, and Board members.
• Lead the development of custom, high-quality communication materials including presentations, handouts, videos, learning tools, and digital/print assets.
• Oversee and enhance communication toolkits for recurring client use.
• Contribute advanced content to ESOP Blue Ribbon (subscription platform) including articles, training modules, and multimedia resources.
• Ensure all materials communicate ESOP and ownership concepts with clarity and accuracy.
• Manage communication components of complex client engagements with minimal oversight.
• Assist in developing comprehensive client communication plans in collaboration with the Vice President.
• Identify and recommend improvements to client communication strategies based on best practices in employee engagement and ESOP education.
• Provide ongoing consultation to clients regarding messaging, visuals, delivery methods, and employee ownership culture development.
• Mentor, train, and support ESOP Communication Consultant I and II team members.
• Collaborate closely with internal departments—including marketing, IT, HR, and ESOP administration—to ensure consistent messaging and seamless client service.
• Support leadership in enhancing departmental processes, templates, and quality standards.
• Represent Blue Ridge Associates at conferences, webinars, and industry events.
• Contribute to articles, thought leadership, and business development opportunities related to ESOP communication services.
• Assist the VP in demonstrating the value of communication services to prospective clients.
• Support clients in planning and executing Employee Ownership Month celebrations, annual meetings, and employee engagement events.
• Collaborate with internal and client-based employee committees to strengthen in-house ESOP communication capability.
• Assist with process improvements that increase accuracy, efficiency, and documentation standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Vice President or executive team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Communications, Marketing, Human Resources, or related field—or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3–7 years of professional experience in communication, training, public speaking, employee engagement, or related roles.
• Experience delivering presentations, workshops, or educational content required.
• Experience developing communication materials for diverse audiences.
• Prior exposure to ESOPs or qualified benefit plans required.
• Experience with digital and print marketing or video editing tools is a plus.

Requirements

• Strong capability to navigate ESOP environments, including governance expectations, employee ownership principles, and plan operations.
• Skilled at guiding organizations through transitions, applying effective change management practices, and communicating in ways that build understanding and adoption.
• Experienced in coaching individuals and teams, supporting development, and improving performance through clear guidance and structured feedback.
• Solid financial acumen with the ability to interpret data, explain financial concepts to non-financial audiences, and support informed decision making.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication, with the ability to engage large and diverse employee audiences.
• Strong public speaking and facilitation skills; confidence presenting complex ESOP information clearly.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to develop high-quality presentations and communication materials with strong attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and familiarity with design tools such as Canva or Publisher.
• Strong project management capabilities with the ability to manage multiple engagements and deadlines.
• Understanding of ESOPs, qualified benefit plans, and employee ownership culture.
• Familiarity with digital marketing, content creation, basic video editing, and modern communication methods preferred.
• Self-starter, highly organized, and able to work independently and collaboratively.
• Spanish fluency a plus, but not required.

Benefits

• Remote-first work culture with in-office options (VA, MD, OH, IL, CA, MN).
• Competitive salary & comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, life, disability).
• 401(k) with company match + HSA with contribution.
• Generous PTO for parental leave, vacation and holiday time.
• Support for certifications, association dues, and professional growth.
• Company culture built on community: happy hours, social events, committee opportunities, and volunteer opportunities to make a difference.