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Edelman Financial Engines · 4 weeks ago

Senior Director, Corporate Communications and PR

Edelman Financial Engines is a leading independent financial planning and investment advisory firm committed to guiding clients with financial advice. They are seeking a Senior Director of Corporate Communications and PR to elevate their brand, protect their corporate reputation, and advance awareness of the firm as it enters a new chapter.

ConsultingFinancial ServicesPersonal FinanceRetirement
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H1B Sponsor Likelynote

Responsibilities

Develop and oversee enterprise-level strategic communications and PR strategies that translate business priorities into impactful narratives, support growth objectives, and protect and advance the firm’s reputation
Lead communications around strategic developments and corporate announcements, shaping narratives that reinforce the firm’s position, strategy, and long-term value to clients, partners, and stakeholders
Counsel and collaborate with senior leaders and cross-functional partners to ensure corporate communications efforts are timely, relevant, and risk-aware
Elevate executive visibility, developing platforms and thought leadership that strengthen the firm’s perspective and reinforce its industry leadership
Serve as senior media relations strategist and spokesperson, cultivating key journalist relationships, representing the firm in media interactions, preparing executives for public and press engagements, and advancing a strong, credible market presence and drive high-impact coverage
Support crisis and issues communications, supporting rapid response, advising senior executives, and ensuring consistent, risk-smart communications during sensitive and evolving situations
Measure performance and drive continuous improvement, using analytics, media insights, and stakeholder feedback to optimize PR programs and enhance awareness, sentiment, and reputation

Qualification

Corporate communicationsMedia relationsStrategic communicationsCrisis communicationsStakeholder engagementWritten communicationVerbal communicationCreative problem-solvingTeam collaboration

Required

10+ years of progressive PR and corporate communications experience, with a blend of in-house and agency roles
Extensive and hands-on experience in media relations, message development, and corporate reputation management
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

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Edelman Financial Engines specializes in services concerning financial planning, retirement planning, personal finance and consulting.

H1B Sponsorship

Edelman Financial Engines has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (25)
2024 (32)
2023 (34)
2022 (46)
2021 (34)
2020 (30)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
unknown
Key Investors
Warburg Pincus
2021-03-15Private Equity
2012-04-16Acquired

Leadership Team

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Ralph Haberli
Acting Chief Executive Officer
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Suzanne van Staveren
Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
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