Edelman Financial Engines · 1 week ago
Director, Consumer PR & External Communications
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$136K/yr - $181K/yr
8+ years expEdelman Financial Engines is dedicated to guiding people with the financial advice they need to thrive. The Director of Consumer PR and External Communications will be responsible for developing strategic communications plans to enhance brand awareness and visibility in the financial landscape, while also serving as a media relations strategist and spokesperson.
ConsultingFinancial ServicesPersonal FinanceRetirement
Responsibilities
Develop and execute high-impact and strategic communications and media relations plans for consumer audiences to build and advance brand awareness, visibility, and credibility. Translate business priorities and complex financial topics and insights into compelling and approachable narratives that resonate with consumers, clients, partners, and the broader marketplace
Serve as media relations strategist and spokesperson, cultivating relationships with personal finance reporters, business/market journalists, economic correspondents, new media voices, and broadcast producers to drive high-impact coverage
Partner with and guide PR agencies, coordinating strategy, elevating execution, and ensuring agency output aligns with corporate priorities, brand standards, and measurable performance goals
Measure performance and drive continuous improvement, using analytics, media insights, and stakeholder feedback to optimize PR programs and enhance awareness, sentiment, and reputation
Qualification
Required
8+ years of progressive PR and corporate communications experience, with a blend of in-house and agency roles
Hands-on experience in media relations and message development
Compelling and persuasive written and verbal communication skills
An agile, creative, and strategic approach to work, problem-solving, and stakeholder engagement
Proven ability to deliver results under pressure in a fast-paced environment
Preferred
financial services, consumer finance, and/or wealth/asset management experience strongly preferred
spokesperson experience strongly preferred
Benefits
Discretionary bonus
Health
Dental and other wellness plans
401(k) contributions
Company
Edelman Financial Engines
Edelman Financial Engines specializes in services concerning financial planning, retirement planning, personal finance and consulting.
Founded in 1986Boston, Massachusetts, USA
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2021-03-15Private Equity
2012-04-16Acquired
Leadership Team
Ralph Haberli
Acting Chief Executive Officer
Suzanne van Staveren
Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
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