EMEA External Communications Strategist

Financialnarrative; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ares Management is seeking an ambitious Associate based in London to join Corporate Communications & Marketing, focusing on external communications across Europe. The role emphasizes proactive media engagement, issue management, and strategic storytelling to promote the firm's brand and capabilities.

Reporting to the Vice President, External Communications (EMEA Lead), you will manage media requests, pitch timely stories, coordinate with investment teams, and support portfolio companies on

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of corporate communications experience.
• Experience in asset management or financial services is preferred.
• Proven ability to secure media opportunities with financial and trade outlets.
• Strong written and verbal communication, with editing and proofreading skills.
• Foreign language skills relevant to EMEA markets are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage inbound media requests and coordinate with internal stakeholders.
• Develop storylines and pitch to media aligned with investment priorities.
• Identify external speaking engagements and high-profile media opportunities.
• Build and strengthen media relationships across key European titles.
• Draft press releases, talking points, Q&As, and communications plans.
• Manage multiple projects with critical deadlines.
• Support clipping, tracking, reporting, and press release distribution.
• Advise investment teams and support portfolio companies on communications matters.

Skills

Media relations

Project management

Stakeholder management

Writing & editing

Strategic thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Job description

Ares Management is seeking an ambitious Associate based in London to join Corporate Communications & Marketing, focusing on external communications across Europe. The role emphasizes proactive media engagement, issue management, and strategic storytelling to promote the firm's brand and capabilities.

Reporting to the Vice President, External Communications (EMEA Lead), you will manage media requests, pitch timely stories, coordinate with investment teams, and support portfolio companies on