Digital Strategy & Governance Leader — Elevate Platforms

FINRA; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 131,000 - 238,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Health, dental and vision insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Commuter benefits

Generous time off

Job summary

FINRA in Washington, DC seeks a Director of Digital Strategy & Governance to lead digital strategy across internal and external platforms, establish governance, publishing standards, and content optimization for a cohesive, user-centered experience.

This role guides analytics-driven decisions, partners across Corporate Communications, Technology and business units, and mentors a team of managers and senior contributors, championing innovation and FINRA's mission.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications or related field or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 10 years of communications experience, including financial services and/or securities industry experience.
• Demonstrated ability to manage high-profile and complex projects.
• Superior writing and editing skills; able to convey complex information clearly.
• Strong relationship management and ability to influence executive-level staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead FINRA's digital strategy across internal and external platforms, establishing vision, governance, and standards.
• Advise Corporate Communications leadership on audience engagement, platform effectiveness and communication approaches.
• Partner to establish governance guardrails, publishing standards, accessibility, and best practices for core digital platforms.
• Oversee digital editorial ecosystem; align content, campaigns, and initiatives with audience needs and platform capabilities.
• Leverage analytics and performance insights to inform data-driven recommendations for strategy and optimization.
• Direct cross-functional digital projects ensuring alignment among communications, technology, and business stakeholders.

Skills

High-profile projects

Reporting collaboration

Writing & editing

Clear communication

Self-starter

Copywriting speed

Relationship mgmt

Education

Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications or related field or equivalent experience

Job description

FINRA in Washington, DC seeks a Director of Digital Strategy & Governance to lead digital strategy across internal and external platforms, establish governance, publishing standards, and content optimization for a cohesive, user-centered experience.

This role guides analytics-driven decisions, partners across Corporate Communications, Technology and business units, and mentors a team of managers and senior contributors, championing innovation and FINRA's mission.