Communications Specialist

DriveWealth•New York, NY

13d•$110,000 - $120,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Communications Specialist will be instrumental in bringing DriveWealth’s story to life with key internal and external stakeholders. Supporting the Head of Communications across all communications efforts, the Coordinator will play a critical role in executing day-to-day initiatives while owning defined projects end to end. This is a high-impact, hands-on role for a self-starter with an entrepreneurial mindset who thrives in a fast-paced, high-growth financial services environment. The Coordinator will work across executive communications, internal events, social media, media relations, and industry events and sponsorships, helping ensure communications are clear, consistent, aligned with firm strategy and compliance policies, and above all, impactful. This role is based in DriveWealth’s headquarters in New York City, NY.

Requirements

2–3 years of professional experience in communications, public relations, marketing, or a related field, preferably within a financial institution or supporting financial services clients in an agency environment
Foundational understanding of financial markets, investing, and fintech, with curiosity to deepen expertise
Strong writing and editing skills, with the ability to tailor messages for different audiences and channels
Experience supporting both internal and external communications initiatives
Working knowledge of social media platforms and the financial and business media landscape; familiarity with social media management and media monitoring tools is a plus
A track record of ownership and disciplined execution in high-stakes environments
The ability to prioritize ruthlessly, focusing on what’s critical versus important to drive work to completion
A client-oriented mindset with an understanding of how your work impacts partners
Strength in cross-functional partnership with the judgment to coordinate across multiple teams
A bias toward transparency, accountability, and responsiveness in everything you do
You’re committed to continuous improvement and implicitly believe that we > I
Impeccable high integrity, sound judgment, and a deep respect for risk, control, and operational excellence

Responsibilities

Support the development and execution of internal and external communications strategies aligned with company priorities and brand narrative
Draft, edit, and coordinate communications materials including internal announcements, executive emails, talking points, presentations, FAQs, and briefing documents
Support executive communications by managing timelines, gathering inputs, and preparing materials for leadership communications and visibility opportunities
Help plan and execute internal events such as town halls, learning and development sessions, and culture-building initiatives, including logistics, content coordination, and post-event communications
Manage and execute social media content in collaboration with the Head of Communications, including drafting posts, coordinating approvals, scheduling content, and tracking performance
Support media relations efforts by maintaining media lists, monitoring coverage, drafting press materials, coordinating interviews, and preparing background materials
Assist with industry event marketing and sponsorships, including content development, promotional coordination, speaker support, and on-site or virtual execution support
Coordinate cross-functional inputs from marketing, legal, compliance, product, people, and leadership teams to ensure accuracy and alignment
Track project plans, deadlines, approvals, and deliverables across multiple workstreams simultaneously
Monitor the financial and business media landscape, social media trends, and competitor activity to inform communications planning
Support measurement and reporting on communications performance, including social media metrics, media coverage, and internal engagement

Benefits

Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance options
Mental health resources
Generous paid time off with observed holidays (varies per country)
Paid parental leave for biological and adoptive parents
Up to $2,500 or local equivalent each year to invest in continued education and personal development
Up to $900 each year or local equivalent for fitness and wellness reimbursement
Company-provided phone (varies by country)
For HQ in-office employees, a daily lunch stipend, unlimited snacks, and engaging office space in the Financial District
Pre-tax commuter benefits (US only)
Employer 401K match (US only)
Benefit offerings vary based on country and are subject to change.