External Communications Director

Wintrust Financial Corporation • Rosemont, IL

107d • $130,000 - $150,000

About The Position

The External Communications Director is a key role within the Corporate Communications team and will lead effective external communications, including proactive and reactive media relations and social media. Corporate Communications is part of the Brand, Engagement and Impact Team at Wintrust, which works to support business goals by employing strategies across marketing, communications and community impact.

Requirements

• Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in corporate communications execution and leadership.
• Proven experience in leading external communications strategy and managing budgets and agency relationships.
• Exceptional strategic thinking skills backed by strong message development, storytelling and writing experience.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with multiple stakeholders.
• Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications or related field.

Responsibilities

• Develop proactive external communication strategies, working in partnership with key internal business partners, to support Wintrust's organizational goals.
• Build and maintain relationships with key targeted media outlets and other relevant external stakeholders.
• Support crisis communication and reputation management.
• Oversee the strategy and execution of social media engagement.
• Support content creation across a variety of platforms including press releases, white papers, social media posts and speeches.
• Track media coverage across various channels, including conventional media, social media, and external publications and provide insight on effectiveness and areas of opportunity.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• Life insurance
• Accidental death and dismemberment
• Short-term and long term Disability Insurance
• Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Traditional and Roth 401(k) with company match
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan at 5% discount
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Transportation and Commuting Benefits
• Banking Benefits
• Pet Insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Credit Intermediation and Related Activities
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree