Senior Media Relations Manager - Executive Director

Nomura•New York, NY

71d•$250,000 - $290,000

About The Position

Nomura is a global financial services group with an integrated network spanning over 30 countries and regions. By connecting markets East & West, Nomura services the needs of individuals, institutions, corporates and governments through its three business divisions: Retail, Wholesale (Global Markets and Investment Banking), and Investment Management. Founded in 1925, the firm is built on a tradition of disciplined entrepreneurship, serving clients with creative solutions and considered thought leadership. For further information about Nomura, visit www.nomura.com. We are looking for an experienced media relations professional to join our busy team. You will support the Head of Corporate Communications in providing strategic media relations advice, playing a key role in developing and executing our external communication strategy to support our strategic goals. We will look to you to deliver day-to-day promotion of the firm as well as handling reactive, sometimes challenging issues in the financial, trade and broadcast media. You will have the ability to develop and maintain key relationships with journalists and stakeholders throughout the business, providing excellent media relations advice and support.

Requirements

10+ years of experience in senior level communications within a large matrix financial services organization
Extensive experience in media relations ideally within an investment banking environment
5+ years in a management / leadership role with direct management of staff
Background in a busy press office or agency a must
Proven experience in the creation and implementation of a strategic media relations plan to support global business objectives
Plan and support senior spokespeople with effective messaging
Experience of gaining press coverage through a range of means, such as press releases, social media, managing events, research and case studies
A strong grasp, and interest in, political and economic issues and the financial markets
A knowledge of key financial media and an understanding of their requirements
Strong written and verbal communications
Strong news sense and judgement: ability to identify story ideas and content; excellent narrative/key messaging ability
Ability to work within team-oriented global culture, handling sensitive information under pressure
The ability to be flexible and multi-task on a daily basis, managing ongoing projects as well as ad-hoc issues that demand immediate attention
Excellent interpersonal, team-working and organizational skills
Bachelors or higher level degree required

Responsibilities

Supporting the Head of Corporate Communications as required in providing strategic communications advice and crisis communications counsel
Working with colleagues across the business and the global communications team to ensure alignment of global messages externally and internally
Preparing press releases, media materials, announcements and briefing points which align to Nomura's global narrative and core messages
Securing positive media coverage and supporting on award applications as needed
Having an excellent network of journalist contacts to ensure the strategy of the bank is effectively and accurately communicated
Maintaining a robust governance process partnering with Compliance, Technology, Business Resilience, Legal and Corporate Communications colleagues globally, ensuring all stakeholders have every opportunity to contribute in line with the strategic priorities and governance framework

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