PNC · 1 week ago
Communications Lead - C&IB Media Communications
PA - Pittsburgh (15222)
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expPNC Financial Services Group, Inc. is one of the largest diversified financial services institutions in the United States. They are seeking a Communications Lead to provide external communications support for PNC’s Corporate and Institutional Banking line of business, focusing on the design and execution of a strategic communications program that enhances business reputation and visibility.
BankingFinanceFinancial Services
No H1B
Responsibilities
Support the implementation of a strategic and holistic communications plan to position PNC and the C&IB line of business as an industry leader
Offer communications counsel to business leaders, advise on current and future communications opportunities, and help prepare leaders for media interviews and engagement
Serve as a point of contact for national media relations, including proactive announcements and pitches, drafting and publishing news releases, and handling reactive media inquiries
Enhance the public profile of certain business leaders and amplify business priorities by providing counsel on the strategic use of social media
Collaborate with Corporate Communications, Regional Communications, Marketing, and Social Media teams to ensure C&IB communications are aligned across the organization including in social media channels and external thought leadership content
Leverage data and insights to inform future communications strategies and the effectiveness of campaigns
Support crisis/reactive communications as-needed on C&IB-specific issues
Contribute to a high-performing culture built on teamwork, trust, and commitment to quality, continuous improvement, and learning
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in business or communications-related field
5-7+ years of experience in corporate communications or public relations with financial industry media relations experience highly preferred
5+ years of experience in the development of communications strategies in support of reputation, media relations, stakeholder relationship-building and crisis/issue management
Experience with both strategic and tactical social media initiatives and using social media to enhance business objectives
Strong writer and editor; excellent story telling capability and ability to develop content that resonates across multiple platforms
Strong media experience and relationships and demonstrated record of proactive, earned media placements
Understand communications and PR measurement and how they can help inform and impact business decisions
Adhere to established processes and procedures within a highly regulated industry, ensuring compliance with all applicable standards and guidelines
Customer Focused - Knowledgeable of the values and practices that align customer needs and satisfaction as primary considerations in all business decisions and able to leverage that information in creating customized customer solutions
Managing Risk - Assessing and effectively managing all of the risks associated with their business objectives and activities to ensure they adhere to and support PNC's Enterprise Risk Management Framework
Preferred
Strong collaboration skills with ability to work across a highly matrixed organization to generate strong business outcomes
Proven ability to build relationships with business leaders
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities while delivering high-quality results
Demonstrated ability to work flexibly and handle ambiguity
Exceptional customer focus and unwavering integrity
An analytic and strategic approach with a track record of turning ideas into successful action
Strong leadership skills with a willingness to roll up your sleeves to get the job done
Branding, Change Management, Creative Process, Design Thinking, Digital Marketing, Media Relations, Prioritization, Strategic Communication Planning, Strategic Planning
Copywriting and Editing, Decision Making and Critical Thinking, Effective Communications, Influencing, Media Channel Management, Organizational Communications, Planning: Tactical, Strategic
Benefits
Medical/prescription drug coverage (with a Health Savings Account feature)
Dental and vision options
Employee and spouse/child life insurance
Short and long-term disability protection
401(k) with PNC match
Pension and stock purchase plans
Dependent care reimbursement account
Back-up child/elder care
Adoption, surrogacy, and doula reimbursement
Educational assistance, including select programs fully paid
A robust wellness program with financial incentives
Maternity and/or parental leave
Up to 11 paid holidays each year
9 occasional absence days each year, unless otherwise required by law
Between 15 to 25 vacation days each year, depending on career level
Company
PNC
PNC is a financial service company providing bank deposits products and services to its community.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown1975-11-17IPO
Leadership Team
Keith Hayes
SVP, PNC Aviation Finance
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Michael Gaber
Senior Vice President - Originations
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