Media Relations Strategist - Investments

About the role

Join a respected Corporate Communications team that serves as trusted advisors to senior leaders across the enterprise. Support communications for Vanguard's Investment Management Group (IMG), which manages Vanguard funds.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute integrated communications strategies aligned to IMG priorities, including market insights, investment capabilities, and product narratives.
• Translate investment strategies, market developments, and portfolio perspectives into clear, compelling messaging for internal and external audiences.
• Serve as a communications advisor to business partners, offering actionable recommendations and helping shape messaging and approach for key initiatives.
• Act as a spokesperson on investment- and markets-related topics, proactively identifying media opportunities while managing risk and protecting Vanguard’s reputation.
• Build and maintain relationships with financial journalists, industry influencers, and business partners to shape narratives and secure impactful coverage.
• Lead the development of communications materials, including press releases, executive briefing materials, and thought leadership content, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and alignment with Vanguard’s voice.
• Manage communications projects independently from strategy through execution and measurement, ensuring alignment with goals, timelines, and KPIs.
• Apply data and insights to inform communications decisions, assess performance, and optimize strategies in partnership with analytics teams.
• Monitor industry, market, and competitor activity to identify risks and opportunities and elevate insights to senior team members.
• Mentor and support junior team members, providing guidance on content development, execution, and professional growth.
• Collaborate across Corporate Communications, Marketing, and business teams to ensure coordinated, enterprise-aligned communications.
• Participate in special projects and perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree or equivalent experience required; degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Finance, or related field strongly preferred.
• Minimum five years’ related work experience, including experience in financial communications, media relations, or asset management.
• Experience serving as a spokesperson and managing media inquiries strongly preferred.
• Strong writing and storytelling skills, with the ability to communicate complex financial and investment topics clearly and effectively.
• Experience advising stakeholders and contributing to communications strategy in fast-paced, high-visibility environments.
• Sound judgment and ability to balance risk, reputation, and business priorities—particularly in sensitive situations.
• Demonstrated ability to build relationships with financial and markets media.
• Ability to manage multiple workstreams independently while collaborating effectively across teams.
• Experience using data and insights to evaluate communications effectiveness and drive continuous improvement.
• Proven ability to mentor others and contribute to team development.