the client seeks a strategic communications leader to develop and execute integrated communication strategies that enhance brand reputation and support business objectives across its private equity, real estate, and hedge fund divisions. The role includes setting and maintaining consistent brand positioning and messaging across channels to ensure alignment with the firm’s investment philosophy and values, while also leading proactive and reactive media engagement to promote clear, accurate communication with external audiences.
Key responsibilities include managing relationships with financial and trade media, overseeing multi-channel marketing campaigns (including digital, print, and events), and developing crisis and issues communication plans to protect reputation during sensitive situations. The role also supports content strategy and thought leadership by guiding the creation of high-quality materials such as reports and other industry-facing content, and partnering with investor-facing functions to craft messaging that is clear and compliant for investors, regulators, and other stakeholders.
The position further drives internal communications through initiatives such as newsletters, intranet updates, and leadership messaging to align employees with corporate goals, while planning and executing investor conferences, media briefings, and sponsorship activities to strengthen brand visibility. The successful applicant typically brings 10–15 years of experience in corporate communications, branding, or marketing within financial services or investment management, with strong writing, editing, and presentation skills, demonstrated media expertise, strategic and crisis management capabilities, proficiency in digital marketing and analytics, and leadership ability to manage cross-functional teams and mentor junior staff.