Senior Vice President, Financial Services Communications (Capital Markets)

Edelman•New York, NY

12d•$182,000 - $235,000

About The Position

Edelman Smithfield is seeking a Senior Vice President to lead accounts, teams, and projects for a diverse portfolio of capital markets clients, including private equity and venture capital firms, hedge funds, traditional asset managers, and other institutional investors. The role covers executive positioning and reputation management, media relations, crisis and issues management, thought leadership, regulatory and enforcement matters, transaction and deal communications, and strategic communications support for portfolio companies. The work is designed to inform investors, navigate complex issues, address differing stakeholder needs, build trust, and support long-term enterprise value. The Senior Vice President advises senior leaders and management teams on financial communications, leads client relationships and business development, and works with Edelman colleagues and global Edelman Smithfield teams to grow the practice. The role also oversees project delivery, account quality and budgets, staffing and scopes of work, and team development.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in political science, business, journalism, public policy, communications, or a related field.
At least 10 years of experience in financial communications.

Nice To Haves

Deep understanding of how companies can communicate more effectively with financial audiences.
Expertise advising companies on financial communications, particularly in high-stakes situations such as crises, transactions, or shareholder engagements.
Proven experience counseling senior executives of capital markets clients on communications matters.
Agency experience is strongly preferred.
Proven ability to lead new business development efforts and pitch new services.
Strong media relations experience, including existing top-tier relationships.
Demonstrated experience mentoring and developing junior talent.
Excellent writing, presentation, and analytical skills.
Proactive, organized leadership; ability to anticipate client needs and deliver exceptional service.
Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills and ability to build trusted client relationships.

Responsibilities

Provide expert financial communications and capital markets advice to existing and new clients.
Serve as the primary client relationship manager and advise C-suite executives on financial communications.
Collaborate with Edelman colleagues across regions and sectors to introduce Edelman Smithfield’s services to broader Edelman clients.
Lead business development efforts, including pitches and new financial communications opportunities.
Drive marketing and thought leadership initiatives to elevate Edelman Smithfield’s presence in the U.S. and collaborate with global teams to grow and develop the practice.
Provide proactive, responsive client service and maintain accountability for deliverables and deadlines.
Oversee complex projects from concept to completion, using foresight, measurement frameworks, and problem-solving to deliver results.
Maintain accountability for quality, performance, timelines, and budgets, and ensure operational efficiency across account activities.
Develop and manage staffing plans, budgets, and scopes of work to support operational excellence, profitability, and effective resource utilization.
Mentor, empower, and motivate team members; provide constructive feedback, foster professional growth, and promote collaboration and innovation.
Pursue continuous learning and leadership development while cultivating talent and driving team excellence.