Communications Specialist

We’re looking for a media relations professional who is equal parts writer, storyteller, planner, project manager and relationship manager. If you have a knack for taking business objectives and big ideas and making them meaningful and attractive to outside audiences such as journalists, social media influencers and consumers, in a way that cuts through the clutter, we want to hear from you.
This communications specialist is responsible for supporting TD Ameritrade’s media relations strategy supporting the retail, or consumer, side of the business in a way that makes the company stand out as a thought leader and innovator in financial services. The job includes a fair amount of project management, partnering with internal business partners and senior leaders at the company, as well as writing and creating original content. The specialist will primarily be responsible for executing on media relations plans, including crafting and delivering media pitches and coordinating and staffing interviews, as well as supporting the external communications team in developing content for a variety of communication channels, including its corporate web site and social channels.