Communications & PR Director

Lee Hecht Harrison Nederland B.V.; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 170,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial technology consulting firm is seeking a remote Communications & PR Director. This role involves protecting brand reputation, elevating visibility, and developing strong narratives. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years in PR or corporate communications, with a passion for storytelling and a proven record in crisis management. Competitive compensation is offered in a vibrant work culture.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k plan

Flexible work schedule

Paid time off and holidays

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in PR or corporate communications.
• Demonstrated success in securing national coverage.
• Ability to adapt communications for multiple audiences.

Responsibilities

• Lead communications and PR efforts for brand reputation.
• Develop engaging narratives and content.
• Measure impact of communications and PR initiatives.

Skills

PR experience in financial services

Crisis management

Storytelling and writing skills

Flexibility/adaptability

Experience with partner agencies

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or Public Relations

Job description

Overview

LHH is recruiting for aremote Communications&PRDirector for one of LHH's long-standing clients in the Financial Technology industry. This is your chance to join an innovative organization with a great culture!

Location: Remote with business travel as needed. Client is HQ in Chicago, IL.

Compensation

Compensation: $170K-$230K+ bonus+benefits

Benefits

Benefits offerings for full-time employment include medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, long-term disability, AD&D insurance, 401k plan, annual bonus, flexible workschedule, up to 15 days of Personal Time Off in a year, 9 Paid Holidays, and other perks. Paid sick leave is applicable by state law.

Role Requirements

• Bachelor\'s degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, Public Relations, or similar field.
• 10+ years of experience in PR, corporate communications, or related roles in financial services or fintech.
• Demonstrated experience in corporate communications, crisis management, and executive-level communications.
• Demonstrated success securing national and industry coverage.
• Passion for storytelling, writing, and demonstrated editing skills with ability to adapt to multiple audiences.
• Experience managing partner agencies and cross-functional stakeholders at various levels.
• Workstyle that drives action and results
• Flexibility/adaptability working between strategy and execution.

If you are an experienced Communications & PR Leader who is passionate and skilled in protecting brand reputation, elevating brand visibility, developing engaging and strong narratives, driving thought leadership in collaboration with senior leaders, developing and strengthening media relationships, leading content and storytelling initiatives, and measuring communications and PR impact, this role may be for you!

Apply today!

Pay Details: $170,000.00 to $230,000.00 per year

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