Media Relations Associate (Fintech)

TL;DR

Media Relations Associate (Fintech): Develops and executes proactive media engagement programs across Global Banking and Markets, Global Investment Research, and executive office functions with an accent on crafting high-quality strategic communications for internal and external audiences. Focus on maintaining relationships with reporters, handling corporate issues, and leveraging AI tools to improve workflow.

Location: New York, New York, United States

Salary: USD 100,000 - 160,000

Company

hirify.global is a leading global investment banking, securities and investment management firm, founded in 1869 and headquartered in New York.

What you will do

• Develop and execute proactive media engagement programs across Global Banking and Markets, Global Investment Research, and executive office functions.
• Lead the development of written materials including press releases, talking points, briefings, and statements.
• Collaborate with other Executive Office functions to handle corporate issues holistically.
• Maintain and develop relationships with reporters at target publications.
• Contribute to media monitoring, analysis, and reporting processes to provide timely updates and insights to senior leadership.
• Understand issues at the intersection of business, technology, economics, and public policy.

Requirements

• 4-8 years of experience in media relations at a financial services-related institution.
• Experience speaking directly with reporters.
• Ability to conduct in-depth research and develop strategic solutions to complex problems.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines in a dynamic media environment.
• Skilled writer and editor with outstanding attention to detail.
• Basic proficiency in using Co-Pilot and other AI chatbots to improve project workflow.

Culture & Benefits

• Committed to fostering and advancing diversity and inclusion.
• Offers training and development opportunities and firmwide networks.
• Provides benefits, wellness, and personal finance offerings and mindfulness programs.
• Committed to finding reasonable accommodations for candidates with special needs or disabilities during the recruiting process.