Director of Communications

Summary

Join a growing company as an experienced communications leader to develop and execute corporate and PR-driven marketing programs that build brands, drive sales, and establish executives as thought leaders within the financial industry.

Requirements

• 10+ years of communications experience leading, creating, and executing communications strategies, plans, and content for multi-brand organizations or enterprises
• In-house, communications consulting, and/or agency experience are applicable
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in a related field with a preference for majors in Communications, English, or Journalism
• Must have experience in fintech and external communications/PR
• Exceptional writing, editing, storytelling, and verbal communication skills
• Ability to translate a range of topics -- including in urgent/crisis situations -- into clear, compelling communications that resonate with internal audiences
• Strong proficiency using communication tools such as MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, digital and social platforms, and virtual meeting platforms (i.e., Zoom, MS Teams)

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute an industry-leading external communications strategy further positioning BHG Financial as the next generation Fintech solution
• Counsel executives on how best to drive communications strategy and increase executive visibility by identifying thought leadership opportunities for key executives and media training
• Build and cultivate relationships with top-tier corporate and industry media, consumer groups, communities, trade associations, and other affiliated non-industry groups
• Measure the effectiveness of external communications through a variety of resources, metrics, and media to report on campaign effectiveness
• Proactive and reactive communications planning; as well as external crisis management and communications
• Manage and develop a team of motivated and experienced communications leaders