About this Social Impact and Communications Coordinator role at Roark Capital Group
Roark is an Atlanta-based private equity firm with over $41 billion in assets under management. Roark focuses on investments in consumer and business service companies, with a specialization in franchise and franchise-like business models.
Roark prides itself on being a trusted partner for management and business owners. We believe that successful partnerships begin with providing a compelling value proposition to all business constituencies. A win‐win‐win approach leads to a positive business environment where all stakeholders – customers, employees, franchisees, strategic partners, service providers, management and shareholders – share in the growth and success of our businesses. We want to partner with entrepreneurs and executives who share this vision.
Roark brands generate approximately $100 billion in annual system revenues from 117,000+ locations located in 50 states and 120 countries.
Our portfolio companies span multiple industries including food, restaurants, consumer and business services, health, wellness and fitness, and education and youth activities. We are best known for our portfolio companies such as, Dunkin', Jimmy John’s, Jamba, Orangetheory, Mathnasium, Drybar just to name a few.
The Opportunity:
Roark is hiring a Social Impact and Communications Coordinator to manage internal communication systems and digital content and help deliver events that bring together Roark’s team and portfolio companies. This is an entry-level opportunity that will allow for development in the areas of content writing, project management, event execution, systems ownership, and vendor coordination, while gaining exposure to a portfolio of well-known consumer brands and the leaders behind them. This is an ideal role for someone who is organized, curious, collaborative and excited to learn.
Key Responsibilities:
Event registration & communication system
- Manage our in-house registration and communication platform for all events including building event pages, managing invitation and RSVP lists, sending communications, and tracking responses
- Serve as the go-to person for how the system works, and maintain accuracy
Internal/External communications
- Manage content for office screens and digital signage
- Produce Roark’s internal newsletter by gathering content, writing and editing, and sending on schedule
- Coordinate environmental branding updates across our spaces
- Manage ongoing website content updates including new pages, refreshed copy, images, and news items
- Keep site content accurate and consistent with our brand voice as needed
Invoicing & administration
- Manage team invoicing, vendor payment coordination, and related tax documentation
- Keep records organized and meet deadlines
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree, preferably in marketing, communications, or hospitality
- Clear, careful writing with genuine attention to detail
- Comfort learning new software quickly
- Ability to collaborate positively, interact with senior management, and be a culture carrier
- Demonstrate curiosity and initiative, discretion and good judgment
- A low-ego, roll-up-your-sleeves approach
Benefits
Roark provides a highly competitive package that includes, but is not limited to:
- Base salary plus annual performance bonus
- Medical, dental, vision, life insurance and long-term disability insurance
- 401k with employer match
- Paid time off and holidays
- Breakfast, lunch, snacks and drinks are provided daily in the office
Our team is based in Atlanta, GA, and we love the energy of working together in person. This role is fully on-site, five days a week.
