Head of Communications and Public Relations
Finance of America
full-time
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Location Type: Remote
Location: United States
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Salary
💰 $200,000 - $300,000 per year
Job Level
About the role
- Responsible for leading and overseeing all strategic communications, media relations, and public affairs initiatives to enhance the organization's brand.
- Align messaging across internal and external stakeholders to support business objectives and foster public trust.
- Partner with CMO and senior leadership to develop business goals and KPIs for communications and corporate affairs.
- Develop and execute a roadmap of integrated communication strategies using cross-functional collaboration and data-driven insights.
- Oversee all external communications using media relations, digital platforms, and public relations tactics to shape favorable public perception and trust.
- Lead crisis communication planning and response using risk assessment tools to mitigate reputational threats.
- Build and manage relationships with media, policymakers, community leaders, and industry stakeholders.
- Advise executive leadership using strategic counsel and stakeholder insights to inform decision-making.
- Oversee government affairs and advocacy efforts using regulatory knowledge.
Requirements
- Minimum 15 years of experience in corporate communications, public affairs, media relations, or a related discipline.
- Track record in leading high-stakes communication strategies across large, complex organizations.
- Strong executive presence and experience advising C-suite leaders in high-visibility environments.
- Deep expertise in media strategy, brand management, crisis communications, and advocacy.
- Demonstrated ability to navigate government and public policy landscapes effectively.
- Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills with the ability to simplify complex ideas for various audiences.
- Experience managing cross-functional teams and collaborating across departments.
- Proficiency in communication analytics tools, media monitoring, and digital platforms.
- Bachelor's Degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Political Science, or related field.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental
- Vision
- Life insurance
- Paid time-off benefits
- Flexible spending account
- 401(k) with employer match
- ESPP
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Hard Skills & Tools
corporate communicationspublic affairsmedia relationscrisis communicationsbrand managementadvocacycommunication strategiescommunication analyticsmedia strategygovernment affairs
Soft Skills
executive presenceadvising C-suite leaderscross-functional collaborationrelationship managementstrategic counselcommunication skillspresentation skillssimplifying complex ideasnavigating public policyrisk assessment