External Communications Associate

Job Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a holistic external communications strategy and program that aligns with business goals
• Build relationships and partner with business leaders to understand and anticipate communications needs
• Develop and maintain relationships with key members of the press; create and maintain media lists
• Support senior executives in the planning and execution of events and conferences
• Pitch and manage communications projects that further the business's brand reputation (e.g., key announcements, reports, surveys, product launches, investor conferences, etc.)
• Manage logistics for media interviews and handle audit and other compliance inquiries related to pre-approvals, disclosures, and logging of public appearances
• Review and approve all external public speaking engagements (conferences, panel discussions, etc.)
• Collaborate across the CIB Communications organization on executive communications, social media, content development, and marketing to amplify business initiatives
• Assist in creating clip reports for the broader CIB media relations team and gather feedback and metrics on communications

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, And Skills

• 3+ years of experience in external communications
• Understanding of the financial services industry
• Expertise in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and AI/LLM tools
• Expertise in TVEyes, Meltwater, Business Wire, and Bloomberg Terminal
• Excellent attention to detail and analytical thinking
• Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to multitask and prioritize high-volume, high-priority initiatives in a deadline-driven environment
• Ability to assess risk and make good judgment calls
• Ability to partner effectively with direct management, team members, and clients, and to work well with employees at all levels
• Commitment to maintaining the firm's high standards related to risk, compliance, and the Code of Conduct

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, And Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, or Journalism
• Ability to assess risk and make good judgment calls
• Ability to partner effectively with direct management, team members, and clients, and to work well with employees at all levels
• Commitment to maintaining the firm's high standards related to risk, compliance, and the Code of Conduct