PR Manager (Wealth Manager)

Morgan McKinley; London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic communications team at a global wealth manager, where you will play a pivotal role in shaping external communication strategies. This innovative firm values flexibility, offering hybrid working arrangements that allow you to balance office presence with remote work. As a PR Manager, you'll collaborate with marketing leadership to create compelling content and manage PR agency relationships. Your expertise in communications and stakeholder management will be key in ensuring that all materials align with brand guidelines and regulatory standards. If you're passionate about making an impact in the wealth management sector, this opportunity is for you!

Qualifications

• 7 years of communications experience in financial services is essential.
• Proficiency in writing, editing, and proofreading is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute external communication strategies.
• Manage PR agency activities and ensure brand consistency.
• Coordinate marketing efforts with digital and social channels.

Skills

Communication Strategies

Content Creation

Writing and Editing

PR Management

Stakeholder Management

Budget Management

Job description

Opportunity to join a growing communications team at a global wealth manager based in the City. This is a flexible employer who offers hybrid working, 3 days p/week in the office.

Responsibilities of PR Manager (Wealth Management)

• Collaborate closely with the Marketing & Communications leadership to devise and execute external communication strategies.
• Generate compelling communication content, including press releases, blogs, articles, infographics, and videos; proficiency in writing, editing, and proofreading is crucial.
• Manage day-to-day activities of PR agencies, overseeing both proactive and reactive PR efforts.
• Serve as a brand advocate internally and externally, ensuring consistent adherence to company-wide brand guidelines and alignment with the broader marketing team's initiatives.
• Ensure all communication materials are aligned with briefs, client-centric, and compliant with legal and regulatory standards; conduct thorough proofreading before publication.
• Coordinate with marketing managers to synchronize digital and social channels with external communication content, including social media and email campaigns; provide limited support for client events, possibly outside regular hours.
• Develop and monitor metrics and benchmarks for all communication activities.
• Manage budget tracking and allocation for overall and campaign-specific activities.
• Oversee relevant aspects of marketing procedures and production processes, ensuring adherence and effective risk management.
• Collaborate with team heads across UK and international regions and services to ensure accuracy and relevance of communication materials.

Experience required of PR Manager (Wealth Management):

• 7 years' communications experience, with experience working for a financial services business.
• Experience managing a PR agency or working in a PR agency would be advantageous.
• Experience working with senior stakeholders.