Vice President, Financial Communications

Do you want to be on the front lines of the biggest issues shaping the intersection of Washington and Wall Street? Are you prepared to advise some of the world's top financial firms on business-critical communications and public affairs matters? Edelman's Washington, D.C. office is seeking a VP who will help to grow and manage a flourishing capital markets and financial services offering. The VP will have a deep understanding of the asset management industry and market-oriented special situations, including investor activism and M&A deals. This person will have experience with legislative and regulatory issues impacting corporate finance, FinTech and the financial sector and develop and manage communications marketing plans that span print, broadcast, blogs, social media, and digital channels. You know that developing messaging and crafting Op-Eds is just as important as digitally oriented experience managing website builds, overseeing social media and paid amplification programs, driving the development of effective creative, and supporting search engine optimization goals. This person will apply their understanding of the market and regulatory landscape to develop high-level strategies and counsel clients on implementation.