Director, External Communications – Strategic Reputation & Media

MetLif

New York (NY)

Hybrid

USD 171,000 - 185,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Job summary

MetLife is seeking a Director, External Communications for MetLife Investment Management (MIM) in New York with a hybrid schedule. You will advance MIM's external reputation through strategic communications, media relations, executive visibility, and thought leadership that translates complex investment topics into clear, credible narratives for stakeholders.

Collaborate with senior leaders and cross-functional teams to identify timely storytelling opportunities, manage media engagement, and

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and 10+ years in external communications or PR, preferably in asset management/financial services.
Experience building external programs, media relations, and organizational reputation.
Strong relationships with financial/business media and proven media engagement.
Executive messaging, press materials, bylined content, talking points, and social content creation.
Ability to translate complex investment topics for external audiences.

Responsibilities

Support external communications and media relations strategies to strengthen MIM's reputation.
Develop narratives, executive messaging, media materials, and digital communications.
Collaborate with senior leaders and teams to identify timely storytelling opportunities.
Manage proactive and reactive media engagement, including spokesperson prep.
Measure impact and optimize visibility, engagement, and outcomes.