Senior Account Executive, Financial Services Communications

Edelman

Senior Account Executive leading communications strategies for financial services clients at Edelman Smithfield. Driving executive visibility initiatives and managing client projects across various platforms.

Posted 5/22/2026full-timeWashington DC • District of Columbia, Illinois, New York, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $70,000 - $83,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support communications strategies for financial services clients, ensuring messaging, executive positioning, and stakeholder engagement align with business priorities and reputational objectives
Support integrated executive visibility programs through media engagement, thought leadership initiatives, strategic messaging, and speaking opportunities
Develop and maintain relationships with financial journalists, producers, and influencers to secure high-impact media opportunities and elevate executive profiles
Partner with executives to develop messaging platforms, narratives, and thought leadership content that reinforce business goals and brand reputation
Develop executive communications materials including op-eds, speeches, media materials, and social content, translating complex financial and regulatory topics into clear, audience-specific messaging
Write and manage content for executive and brand social media channels, ensuring consistency across platforms while adapting messaging for target audiences
Monitor digital communications and social media trends to bring forward new ideas and best practices for clients
Manage multiple client projects simultaneously, ensuring high-quality execution, deadline adherence, and budget management
Oversee and mentor junior team members, providing guidance and feedback to support team development
Support new business initiatives through research, proposal development, and pitch preparation.

Requirements

What you’ll need

At least 2 years of professional experience in communications, public relations, or a related field
A bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (Public Relations, Communications, English, Journalism, Advertising, Business) or equivalent work experience
Experience in financial communications, with a strong understanding of financial institutions, hedge funds, private equity, venture capital, and alternative assets
Strong media relations expertise, including established journalist relationships and a demonstrated ability to secure impactful coverage
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with experience developing executive messaging and thought leadership content
Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in fast-paced environments
Understanding of digital marketing, social media platforms, and performance reporting, including LinkedIn, X, YouTube, and Reddit.

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical and dental insurance
vision
401K
life insurance
disability insurance
paid time off
travel assistance
wellness programing

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Hard Skills & Tools

executive messagingthought leadership contentmedia engagementcontent developmentproject managementdigital marketingperformance reporting

Soft Skills

communication skillsrelationship buildingteam mentoringdeadline adherencebudget management