Financial Services Senior Director, Corporate Communications, London

Hanson Search; London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services communications practice is seeking a Senior Director in London. This pivotal role involves leading the practice, advising high-profile clients, and developing impactful communications strategies within the financial sector. The ideal candidate will possess deep sector expertise, strong media relationships, and a strategic mindset, with the opportunity to mentor high-performing teams and shape the future direction of the practice.

Benefits

Competitive salary with annual reviews

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Hybrid working model

Private Medical Insurance

Matched pension contributions

Life Assurance

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounts on gym memberships

Access to in-house Learning Academy

Work from Anywhere for one week per year

Qualifications

• Proven track record at Director or Senior Director level in communications or advisory roles.
• Strong subject matter expertise in financial services, including banking and insurance.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Financial Services practice and serve as a senior strategic advisor.
• Develop and implement multi-channel communications strategies.
• Manage client teams and drive new business development.

Skills

Financial Communications

Stakeholder Advisory

Strategic Thinking

Media Relations

Content Development

Job description

Join a Leading Financial Services Communications Practice

Our client is seeking an exceptional Senior Director to lead their Financial Services corporate communications offering, with a particular focus on commercial banking, insurance, and asset/wealth management, based out of their London office. This is a pivotal leadership role, ideal for someone with deep sector expertise and a strategic mindset who is excited to drive business growth, mentor high-performing teams, and deliver impactful, integrated communications strategies for some of the most prominent names in financial services. You will be responsible for spearheading a thriving and growing Financial Services practice, combining your knowledge of industry dynamics with a passion for communications that influence, engage, and build reputations across complex stakeholder landscapes.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead and grow the Financial Services practice, with specialism across commercial banking, insurance, and asset/wealth management
• Serve as a senior strategic advisor to high-profile clients, including Directors of Communications, CMOs, and C-suite executives
• Develop and implement multi-channel communications strategies aligned with client objectives, from regulatory positioning to market awareness and reputation building
• Manage and inspire client teams, ensuring excellence across both retained accounts and project-based work
• Drive new business development through proactive networking, pitching, and relationship management — leveraging both your contacts and the wider agency’s capabilities
• Collaborate closely with senior leadership to shape the future direction of the Financial Services team, contributing to commercial targets and team development
• Oversee the creation of content and campaigns spanning earned media, digital, social, and internal channels

What They’re Looking For

• Proven track record at Director or Senior Director level within communications, media, or strategic advisory environments
• Strong subject matter expertise across financial services, ideally including commercial banking, insurance, and asset/wealth management
• Experience advising senior stakeholders with confidence and credibility on corporate positioning, brand and reputation, and financial communications
• A robust understanding of the media landscape, with established relationships across national, broadcast, and trade outlets
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with a strong editorial eye and the ability to lead on complex content development
• A team player with strong interpersonal skills, capable of inspiring those around you and fostering a collaborative and high-performing culture
• Highly organised, commercially aware, and motivated by delivering results for clients and the business alike
• An entrepreneurial spirit with a passion for growing teams, shaping propositions, and identifying new market opportunities

Benefits

• Competitive salary with annual reviews
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, your birthday off, and additional “Time4U” wellness days
• Hybrid working model with flexibility to suit your work-life balance
• Private Medical Insurance and matched pension contributions (up to 5%)
• Life Assurance and Employee Assistance Programme
• Season ticket loan and Cycle to Work scheme
• Discounts on gym memberships and retail shopping
• Access to an in-house Learning Academy to support your career and personal development
• “Work from Anywhere” for one week per year

If you have the relevant experience and this opportunity sounds interesting to you, please get in touch withour teamincluding a copy of your CV as soon as possible via the form below. Hanson Search is a leading talent advisory and executive search consultancy with consultants based across theUAE,UK, USA, andEurope. We specialise in business-critical roles that drive revenue, reputation, and risk, with dedicated teams inCommunications, Government Relations,FinancialCommunications,Public Affairs, Marketing, Digital Marketing, Sustainability, Investor Relations andC-Suiterecruitment.Please clickhereto find out about more aboutHanson Search. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all. You can access our Diversity and Inclusion Policyhere.