Public and Media Relations Specialist - Media Relations - Vice President

Morgan Stanley•New York, NY

About The Position

We’re seeking someone to join our Corporate Communications team as a Public and Media Relations specialist to develop and manage communications for the Investment Banking and Capital Markets divisions. In the Corporate Communications department, we cultivate and protect the Firm’s powerful global brand and reputation, leveraging our resources across media relations, internal communications, philanthropy and digital strategy to ensure we present the Firm consistently in all that we do. This is a Vice President level position within our Media Relations Job Family which is primarily responsible for liaising between the Firm’s lines of business and the media, and preparing materials around corporate events and actions such as earnings, business developments, etc. The individual will partner with the division's management and bankers to highlight the strategy, capabilities and business successes of Investment Banking and Capital Markets in the press and across digital channels. The successful candidate will handle coverage around transactions, at times managing a high volume of time-sensitive press calls. They will partner with colleagues in digital media and internal communications and will coordinate with press coverage officers in different regions.

Requirements

At least 6-8 years of relevant experience in managing media in the financial services sector
A high degree of familiarity with media outlets and reporters that focus on the deal landscape, M&A and capital markets, and a track record of managing coverage around these types of transactions is preferred
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to provide effective editorial and messaging guidance.
Confident communicator who can build relationships internally and externally
Strong attention to detail with solid organization and time management skills
Proven ability to work independently and as part of a team -- making informed decisions in a complex and fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

Design and execute communications strategy for the Investment Banking and Capital Markets divisions with a focus on promoting key franchises across industries and products to external audiences through press and digital media channels
Set communications goals, develop media plans, pitch story ideas, manage inbound media inquiries, coordinate interviews with executives, and serve as a media spokesperson when appropriate
Cultivate and maintain relationships between relevant reporters and Investment Banking and Capital Markets leadership, industry and product bankers
Engage proactively with media to generate positive coverage of Investment Banking and Capital Markets initiatives and thought leadership
Provide strategic communications support on transactions and announcements including drafting press releases, internal announcements and talking points
Manage high volume of time-sensitive press interaction around transactions - sometimes handing issues as well as highly sensitive information
Work with business leaders and stakeholders to manage reputational risks
Track and report media coverage and stats, including competitive analysis
Coordinate closely with international colleagues and provide regular updates on activities to divisional management on global activity
Work closely with internal teams to develop content for the Firm's external and internal websites and digital platforms that support the communications goals for the divisions