Manager, Executive Communications & Social Influence

Manager, Executive Communications & Social Influence (Chicago, IL) Morningstar’s Global Communications team protects and strengthens the company’s reputation, amplifies our mission to empower investor success, and helps leaders communicate with clarity and credibility. Role Overview As Manager of Executive Communications and Social, you’ll partner directly with Morningstar’s CEO and senior executives to shape and deliver executive communications across earned, owned, and shared channels—turning complex business and market topics into compelling narratives that build trust with investors, clients, and the media. Key Responsibilities Drive CEO and executive thought leadership across channels by partnering with leadership to shape authentic, high-impact content across LinkedIn, speaking engagements, earned media moments, employee channels, and owned platforms. Manage end‑to‑end CEO LinkedIn content—idea generation, drafting, approvals, publishing coordination, and performance review—while advising on best practices across modern channels. Write and edit executive-level content including speeches, talking points, scripts, Q&A, social posts, and shareholder communications, capturing an authentic voice and high editorial standard. Prepare leaders for high‑stakes moments by creating briefings for media, client, and employee engagements, anticipating questions, developing scenarios, and providing recommendations on tone and positioning. Own Morningstar’s expert activation and social influence program (“Chief Storytellers”), manage and expand the program, and develop training, playbooks, editorial guidance, and content support for digital channels from LinkedIn to Substack and investor communities. Develop corporate social content that advances strategic themes, amplifies earned content and research insights, supports key business moments, and strengthens the company’s profile with investors, clients, media, employees, and industry influencers. Plan and execute monthly Investor First live webinars, including narrative development, scripting, run‑of‑show planning, and post‑event content amplification. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Economics, Business Administration, Communications, or a related field. 3‑5 years of relevant communications or marketing experience, including executive communications, social media, internal communications, media relations, or a closely related area. Demonstrated experience developing social‑first content across LinkedIn and other digital platforms. Experience supporting senior executives, coaching leaders on digital presence, and preparing leaders for high‑visibility engagements. Exceptional writing, editing, and editorial judgment with a portfolio of executive‑level writing. Strong project management skills and ability to manage multiple workstreams, deadlines, and stakeholders in a matrixed environment. Strong multimedia content judgment, including experience creating or directing short‑form video, visual storytelling, and platform‑specific content packages. High integrity, discretion, and strong judgment with sensitive and confidential information. Preferred: Experience in financial services, investing, fintech, or similarly regulated/complex industries; building employee advocacy, expert activation, or executive visibility programs; partnering with investor relations, corporate affairs, or executive media relations teams; using social listening and audience insights; supporting marquee events; familiarity with emerging influence channels such as Substack, Reddit, podcasts, creator‑style video, or niche professional communities. Compensation and Benefits Total Cash Compensation Range: $121,400.00 – $186,150.00 (inclusive of annual base salary and target incentive). The company provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes: Financial Health – 100% 401(k) match up to 6% of salary, stock ownership potential, company life insurance, HSA contributions up to $2,000, wellness incentives up to $600, paid sabbatical, paid parental leave, adoption assistance, leadership coaching, mentorship opportunities, and annual flex stipend. Physical Health – comprehensive medical, dental, vision benefits, including premium discounts. Emotional Health – trust‑based time off. Social Health – charitable matching gifts, paid volunteering days. Employment Information Morningstar’s hybrid work environment gives employees the opportunity to collaborate in‑person each week, with a recommended four days in‑office. Other flexibility options are available. EEO Statement Morningstar is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please contact us at View phone number on click.appcast.io for accommodation needs. #J-18808-Ljbffr Morningstar Credit Ratings, LLC