Senior Vice President, Financial Services Communications (Capital Markets)

We are in relentless pursuit of an equitable and inspiring workplace that is respectful of all, reflects and represents the world in which we live, and fosters trust, collaboration and belonging.

Consistent with this approach, we hire the best qualified candidates for all positions. Edelman Smithfield is a global financial communications firm with the power and scope of Edelman, the world's largest integrated communications company. We specialize in financial markets and strategic situations, serving clients in the United States, Canada, EMEA, APAC, and beyond.

Edelman Smithfield offers a deep and talented bench of approximately 250 financial market specialists across more than 25 cities and 15 countries. Edelman Smithfield advises senior leaders and management teams navigating complex matters that impact reputation and valuation and has deep expertise in serving and communicating to the financial markets.

About the opportunity

We are 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 encompasses executive positioning and reputation management, media relations, crisis and issues management, thought leadership development, regulatory and enforcement matters, transaction and deal communications, and strategic communications support for portfolio companies. Our work is designed to inform investors, navigate complex issues, and bridge divergent stakeholder needs in order to build trust and long-term enterprise value.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert financial communications and capital markets advice to both existing and new clients.
• Act as the primary client relationship manager, advising 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 business opportunities related to financial communications.
• Drive marketing and thought leadership initiatives to elevate Edelman Smithfield's presence in the U.S. and collaborate with global Edelman Smithfield teams to grow and develop the global practice.
• Ensure proactive, responsive service to clients, maintaining accountability for deliverables and deadlines.
• Oversee multiple complex projects from concept to completion, applying foresight, measurement frameworks, and problem-solving to deliver exceptional results.
• Maintain accountability for quality, performance, timelines, and budgets, ensuring operational efficiency across all account activities.
• Develop and manage staffing plans, budgets, and scopes of work to ensure operational excellence, profitability, and effective resource utilization.
• Mentor, empower, and motivate team members at all levels; provide constructive feedback, foster professional growth, and promote a culture of collaboration and innovation.
• Commit to continuous learning and leadership development while cultivating talent and driving excellence across the team.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in political science, business, journalism, public policy, communications, or a related field 10+ years of experience in financial communications
• Preferred Qualifications: Deep understanding of how companies can more effectively communicate to their financial audiences Expertise in advising companies on financial communications, especially during high-stakes situations such as crises, transactions, or shareholder engagements Proven experience counseling senior executives of clients operating in the capital markets space on communications matters Agency experience 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 in mentoring and developing junior talent Excellent writing, presentation, and analytical skills A proactive, organized leader who anticipates client needs and delivers exceptional service Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships with clients

$182,000 - $235,000 a year An employee’s pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, travel requirements, revenue-based metrics, any contractual agreements, and business or organizational needs. The range listed is just one component of DJEH's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, a Paid Time Off policy, and region-specific benefits.

DJEH offers a wide range of benefits: medical and dental insurance, vision, 401K, life insurance, disability insurance, paid time off, travel assistance and wellness programing.

DJEH is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and believes in diversity, equity, and inclusion. We seek applications from all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, physical or mental disability, military and veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.

If you require a reasonable accommodation in any part of the employment process, please let us know.

It started with one man's passion to make an impact through stories… 70 years later, we are the world's largest communications firm, which fosters an environment where people feel empowered to take the kind of bold action that makes careers, reshapes industries, and creates the unexpected. We are one global team, over 6,000 strong across 60 offices, grounded by our shared values. We promise an experience where our employees see that boldness is possibility, empathy is progress, and curiosity is momentum. Since Dan Edelman founded the firm in 1952, we have remained an independent, family-run business, and our culture is one that brings understanding, collaboration, and respect to our work and to each other. Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) transform our colleagues, our clients, and our communities, and propel us forward as a company. At Edelman, we are in relentless pursuit of a fair and inspiring workplace that is respectful to all, reflects and represents the world in which we live, and fosters trust and collaboration. Each day and on each project, we strive to ensure that our colleagues feel a sense of true inclusion and belonging and can bring their best to their work - taking action and shaping impactful moments and movements within our company, on behalf of our clients, and within communities around the globe. The relentless pursuit of excellence The freedom to be constantly curious The courage to do the right thing The commitment to positively impact society. We grow our people We invite and celebrate differences Our reputation is our brand We’re global, yet local We offer more than just a career – we offer a place to grow, make a meaningful impact, and help drive change alongside some of the brightest minds in the industry.

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