External Communications Director, Corporate Brand

Fidelity Investments • Boston, MA

255d • $85,000 - $144,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

As an external communications director on Fidelity's corporate brand team, you are responsible for managing the creation and execution of a sustained public relations/external communications strategy aimed at enhancing Fidelity's brand as a good corporate citizen, as it supports and uplifts the communities it serves. You will work across Fidelity, including with the business unit and marketing teams, to organize enterprise-wide and multi-channel opportunities, including the development of news and content that will positively influence external stakeholders' perception of the brand. You also will work closely with Fidelity's public relations agency, leveraging their creative and content expertise and maximizing their media relationships.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree
• 12+ years' experience as an external communications professional
• Media relations, marketing, content, and social media experience required

Nice To Haves

• Corporate citizenship and/or corporate reputation management-focused public relations experience preferred
• Public relations agency experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Developing strong national and regional media relationships on behalf of the brand.
• Collaborating across teams to help others elevate their social impact, community impact and talent work, ultimately supporting and driving one corporate citizenship story for the firm.
• Functioning as a project manager capable of managing multiple and simultaneous projects, ensuring that all efforts meet Fidelity's high standards in the areas of accuracy, ethics, legal and compliance.
• Creating and executing public relations strategies aimed at enhancing Fidelity's brand among key external stakeholders, including customers, communities, and prospective talent.
• Playing a key role in protecting Fidelity's brand and reputation.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health care coverage and emotional well-being support
• Market-leading retirement
• Generous paid time off and parental leave
• Charitable giving employee match program
• Educational assistance including student loan repayment, tuition reimbursement, and learning resources to develop your career

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Industry: Securities, Commodity Contracts, and Other Financial Investments and Related Activities
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree