Strategic Communications Director for Financial Services

6 days ago


New York, New York, United States BNY Full time
Transformative Career Opportunity

At BNY, we empower talented professionals to drive innovation and growth. As a leading global financial services company, we touch nearly 20% of the world's investible assets.

Our culture fosters collaboration and creativity, enabling our 50,000+ employees to bring their unique perspectives to the table. Together, we create solutions that benefit businesses, communities, and people worldwide.

We continue to lead the industry, recognized as a top home for innovators and an inclusive workplace. Our distinctive ideas and talents help make money work for the world.

This role offers a chance to join our Business Communications team in New York City, NY, working in a hybrid model (3 days in the office).

About the Role
  • Spearhead key media relations opportunities to boost top-tier coverage across multimedia platforms, including broadcast, radio, and digital media.
  • Nurture relationships with priority news media outlets, focusing on business and trade publications.
  • Manage day-to-day press engagements, including proactive outreach, interview scheduling, and spokesperson briefing.
  • Develop messaging documents for spokespeople before media engagements.
  • Partner with a supporting agency on media relations strategy and tactics.
  • Create extensive writing and messaging content, including press releases and communications plans, to support announcements and thought leadership.
  • Craft social media messaging for leading spokespeople, focusing on LinkedIn.
  • Lead internal-facing content creation for key spokespeople.
  • Secure approvals from key stakeholders, including legal, compliance, and leadership, and keep them informed of progress.
  • Evaluate and report on communications metrics and media performance.
  • Manage deliverables against a master editorial calendar, directed by the Head of Communications, Content, and Channels.
Requirements
  • Demonstrated excellence in executing a media relations strategy for a large, global financial services firm, including media outreach and agency collaboration.
  • Experience creating external- and internal-facing financial services content is essential.
  • Familiarity with highly matrixed, regulated environments, with the ability to manage multiple stakeholder feedback.
  • A high-functioning individual who can prioritize demands, handle challenging situations, and adapt to changing requirements.
  • Outstanding written and oral communication skills, effective presentation skills.
  • 7-10 years of experience in media relations and corporate communications for a financial services firm.
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of work experience required.
Why Join Us?
  • Award-winning company, recognized for innovation, inclusivity, and sustainability.
  • Competitive compensation, benefits, and wellbeing programs rooted in a strong culture of excellence.
  • Flexible resources and tools to support your life journey.
  • Generous paid leaves, including volunteer time, to support you and your family.
  • Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, committed to diversity and inclusion.
Estimated Salary Range:

$97,000 - $179,000 per year, commensurate with experience and location.



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