Senior Communications Strategist

Job Title: Senior Communications Strategist

The role of the Senior Communications Strategist is to lead and expand a portfolio of high-profile accounts in the financial services sector. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of UK and international financial services, covering banking, credit, and lending markets, insurance, wealth management, and financial technology.

Key Responsibilities:

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• Develop and execute communications strategies for key clients in the financial services sector.">
• Manage a team of junior communications professionals to deliver high-quality communications programmes.">
• Build and maintain relationships with media contacts across national and trade levels.">
• Deliver thought leadership campaigns through white papers and other content pieces.">
• Identify and develop new business opportunities through prospect meetings and proposal drafting.">

Requirements:

To be considered for this role, you must have a minimum of 6 years' experience in communications, primarily within a consultancy environment. You should have a strong understanding of financial services trends and be able to adapt to evolving industry dynamics.

A proven track record in new business development, leadership capabilities, and expertise in delivering multi-channel communication programmes are also essential.

What We Offer:

This role offers the opportunity to work on high-profile accounts and build a portfolio of financial services clients. You will also have the chance to develop your skills and knowledge in communications strategy and leadership.

About Us:

We are a leading consultancy firm with extensive experience in supporting clients through corporate positioning, media relations, crisis communications, stakeholder engagement, and regulatory affairs.

Our UK client portfolio spans a diverse range of financial services brands, including banks and credit card providers, personal and life insurers, wealth managers, corporate and fund service providers, and investment firms.

Join our team as a Senior Communications Strategist and take on a challenging role that will allow you to grow and develop your career in communications.

Professional Qualifications:

Candidates must have a degree in Communications, Marketing, or a related field.

Skills and Qualifications:

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• Minimum 6 years' experience in communications, primarily within a consultancy environment.">
• Strong understanding of UK and international financial services, covering banking, credit, and lending markets, insurance, wealth management, and financial technology.">
• Proven ability to craft near-final communications content (press releases, articles, social media, website copy, etc.).">
• Expertise in delivering multi-channel communication programmes, spanning earned, owned, and shared media.">
• Experience in thought leadership campaigns, including working with third-party research firms to create and promote white papers.">
• Strong event management skills, particularly in coordinating cross-border media and stakeholder events.">
• Leadership capabilities, with experience managing and motivating junior team members.">
• Track record in new business development, from prospect meetings to proposal drafting and senior-level pitch presentations.">

Working Conditions:

Full-time position with flexible working hours.

Opportunity to work remotely and participate in virtual meetings.

How to Apply:

If you are interested in this role, please submit your application, including your CV and cover letter, to us by email.

Thank you for considering this opportunity