Associate, Communications

26North; New York (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary plus discretionary bonus

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

26North is seeking an Associate, Communications, based in New York, NY. You will work with a principal and their team to shape external communications across business, media, and sports and entertainment platforms.

This role is responsible for executing across three core areas: executive communications, communications support across Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment (HBSE), and ad hoc projects. The ideal candidate has 2–3 years in finance or asset management communications, with strong

Qualifications

• 2–3 years in a fast-paced finance/asset management environment, in comms/marketing/investor relations
• Background combining corporate polish with creative/communication instincts is a plus
• Experience supporting a senior executive’s external communications

Responsibilities

• Executive Communications: Draft LinkedIn posts and digital content reflecting leaders’ tone and perspective
• Develop talking points, briefing docs, and prep materials for engagements
• Prepare for high-profile media moments, including message development and interview prep
• Gather input from stakeholders to ensure materials are complete and accurate
• Maintain a forward tracker of engagements, deliverables and deadlines
• Own bios, headshots and related materials
• HBSE Communications: Extend support across the broader HBSE ecosystem (NFL, NBA, NHL, Premier League)
• Prepare briefing documents for speaking engagements tied to HBSE platforms
• Ad Hoc Projects: Support client and business relationships on brand positioning for external communications

Skills

Writing & editing

Verbal communication

Project management

Attention to detail

Discretion

Team collaboration

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in communications/marketing/finance

Job description

About 26North

26North is a next-generation, integrated, multi-asset class investment platform, founded by Josh Harris. 26North provides investment advice and opportunities to its clients related to a variety of investment strategies, including, but not limited to, Private Equity, Private Credit, and Insurance and Reinsurance solutions. Josh Harris and the 26North team bring decades of experience managing third party capital to help clients achieve their financial goals while leaving a lasting impact on the communities they serve. As of June 30, 2026, 26North has approximately $38 billion in assets under management. For more information, visit us at www.26n.com.

Job Description

26North is seeking an Associate, Communications, based in New York, NY. You will work with a principal and their team to shape external communications across business, media, and sports and entertainment platforms. This role is responsible for executing across three core areas: executive communications, communications support across Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment (HBSE), and ad hoc projects.

Responsibilities

Executive Communications

• Draft LinkedIn posts and other digital content that reflect key principals’ tone, perspective, and point of view
• Develop talking points, briefing documents, and prep materials for speaking engagements, panels, and media appearances
• Prepare for high-profile media moments, including message development and interview preparation
• Gather perspective and input from relevant stakeholders and outside partners to ensure materials are complete and accurate
• Maintain a forward tracker of upcoming engagements, deliverables, and deadlines
• Own supporting collateral, including bios, headshots, and related materials

Communications Support Across Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment (HBSE)

• Extend communications support across the broader ecosystem, including the sports and entertainment portfolio, including the Washington Commanders (NFL), Philadelphia 76ers (NBA), New Jersey Devils (NHL), and Crystal Palace Football Club (Premier League)
• Prepare briefing and prep documents for speaking engagements and public appearances tied to these platforms

Ad Hoc Projects

• Support select client and business relationships on brand positioning and executive communications

Qualifications

Experience

• At least 2 to 3 years of experience in a fast-paced, rigorous finance or asset management environment, ideally in communications, marketing, or investor relations
• A background that pairs corporate polish with creative or communications instincts is a plus
• Direct experience supporting a senior executive’s external communications

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent writing and editing skills, with the ability to quickly and accurately reflect a senior leader’s tone and perspective
• Strong verbal communication skills and the professional presence to liaise directly with a senior executive on sensitive materials
• Highly proactive, polished, and detail-oriented
• Strong project management instincts, able to track multiple workstreams without dropping details
• Able to flex fluidly across all communications contexts
• Sound judgment and discretion handling confidential or sensitive communications
• Design capabilities are a plus
• Collaborative approach, able to work closely with colleagues, stakeholders, and outside partners to bring materials together
• Comfortable with responsiveness outside standard business hours, given the pace and visibility of the role
• Willingness to travel domestically as needed
• Strong track record and demonstrated commitment to upholding our core values of stewardship, integrity, excellence, teamwork, and respect

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, finance, or related field

Benefits

26North offers a competitive base salary and discretionary bonus based on performance as well as a comprehensive benefits package. Passionate about the teams we support and the communities where our teams operate, we offer opportunities to enjoy the love of the game together, including complimentary and discounted tickets to games, concerts, and other events.

26North is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The base salary for this position is expected to be between $100,000.00 and $150,000.00. The base salary offered to the chosen candidate will be commensurate with a candidate’s relevant experience and other qualifications for the position, as determined by the Company in its sole discretion.