Director, Corporate Communications

Director, Corporate AffairsCorporate Affairs oversees, integrates and manages the functions currently comprising Corporate Communications, Responsible Investing and Corporate Philanthropy. Corporate Affairs advances the Firm's goals by crafting compelling commercial narratives, aligning, external-facing personnel and functions with messaging priorities and enhancing and protecting the Firm's reputation.Corporate Affairs achieves its goals through the development of integrated communications plans that support business objectives. The team collaborates closely with Firm leadership, Sponsor Finance, the Investor Partners Group, Structured Products Teams and Functional groups to develop messaging and positioning that resonates with key stakeholder groups including private equity sponsors, investors, lenders and employees.Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:Leading the development of compelling, differentiated messaging to support key Firm milestones and events across stakeholders which advance business goalsDeveloping and executing integrated external and internal communications strategies and plans in alignment with Firm and business objectives working with internal stakeholders and the Firm's retained communications agencyServing as a trusted advisor to senior leaders and spokespeople on messaging, positioning and reputation managementManaging the Firm's bench of approved spokespeople and ensuring training and communication of messaging guidelines in preparation for external speaking opportunitiesManaging the Firm's media relations efforts and engagement including fostering strong relationships with reportersDeveloping and managing content across key internal communications channels including firmwide announcements and town hallsEstablishing scalable communications processes and governance to ensure consistent, high-quality execution across communications campaigns and initiativesEnsuring flawless execution of communication campaigns in a process-orientated, repeatable and efficient manner by building, maintaining and improving key processesFostering a positive and creative work environment and ensuring seamless collaboration across teams and within the Communications TeamDeveloping effective, best-practice reporting measures to demonstrate the efficacy in supporting business goalsQualifications & Experience:Bachelor's degree required12+ years of experience in a similar communications or PR role within financial services (Credit and private markets experience is preferred)Exceptional writing skills with demonstrated ability to develop clear and compelling messaging with precise attention to detailExperience interfacing with reporters and media outletsGoal and action orientedTrack record managing complex, multi-stakeholder reputational issues including at a portfolio company levelProject management skills with demonstrable ability to manage integrated communication campaigns to completionExperience with digital communications and social media engagementAbility to build productive working relationships with colleagues at all levelsCurious, collaborative, process-driven and analyticalProven ability to oversee multiple projects with quick turnaround timesProficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)Demonstrated ability to effectively leverage AI tools in day-to-day work, with strong critical thinking to assess accuracy, limitations and appropriate use of AI generated outputsEnthusiastic about working in office and creating a Gold Standard hybrid work cultureCompensation and BenefitsFor New York Only: It is expected that the base salary range for this position will be $250,000 to $300,000. Actual salaries may vary based on factors such as skills, experiences and qualifications for the role. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements and discretionary awards in addition to a full range of medical, financial and / or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits such as vacation, sick time and parental leave) dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, the employee will be in an 'at-will position' and the Firm reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time including for reasons related to individual performance, Firm or individual department / team performance and market factors.Golub Capital is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Due to the highly regulated nature of Golub Capital's business and because of the sensitivity of the information that all personnel have access to, Golub Capital performs extensive and thorough pre-hire screens to ensure that its personnel act with expected levels of integrity, professionalism and personal responsibility.Please review Golub Capital's US Job Applicant privacy notice and, for California residents, the California Applicant privacy notice for information on how your personal data is collected, processed and stored.