External & Internal Communications Vice President

Next Frontier Capital; New York (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

J.P. Morgan is seeking an Executive & Internal Communications Vice President for its Commercial & Investment Bank (CIB) in New York. This role focuses on developing and executing an integrated communications strategy, managing executive storytelling, and leading employee engagement initiatives.

With a minimum of 7 years' experience in corporate communications, the ideal candidate will collaborate across teams, ensuring effective messaging and strategic alignment. We embrace diversity and inclusion as central to our company values.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years’ experience in corporate executive and internal communications.
• Experience consulting directly with senior executives.
• Excellent writing, editing, and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and lead the communications strategy for CIB Operations.
• Advise senior leaders on messaging and reputation management.
• Lead planning of executive employee engagement events.

Skills

Corporate executive communications

Internal communications

Storytelling

Project management

Communication strategy

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, finance, economics, communications, journalism, or related fields

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

InDesign

Website management

Video development

Job description

We’re looking for a strategic communications manager to join J.P. Morgan’s Commercial & Investment Bank (CIB) communications team supporting the Digital & Platform Services (D&PS) organization. D&PS’ mission is to accelerate transformation within the CIB by uniting Technology, Operations, Digital Innovation, AI and Data teams to create future‑ready products and platforms.

As the Executive & Internal Communications Vice President, you will serve as a lead communicator for CIB Operations, develop and execute a comprehensive communications strategy, manage executive storytelling and narrative development, and support key initiatives such as employee engagement and recognition. You will be integrally involved in the development, execution and measurement of all communication channels and tactics including in‑person town halls, site‑visits, offsites and multichannel content in the form of newsletters, email and digital media. You will collaborate across the D&PS and CIB Operations Communications teams to support cross‑functional work.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and lead the end‑to‑end communications strategy for CIB Operations groups, ensuring alignment with business objectives and firm‑wide priorities
• Advise senior leaders on communications strategy, messaging, and reputation management related to business initiatives.
• Lead the planning and execution of executive employee engagement events including site visits, offsites, all‑hands calls, town halls, roundtables and fireside chats
• Develop executive messaging, including talking points, briefs, org announcements, change management updates, business strategy & performance updates, etc
• Develop compelling narratives and campaigns and disseminate via a multi‑channel approach – editorials development, source, write and publish stories highlighting business achievements and recognizing the people behind them; newsletters, articles/stories, videos, digital signage, etc.
• Help tell and amplify CIB Operations stories via diverse channels including Microsoft Teams, Outlook, corporate intranet, video and live events as well as in coordination with Press and Marketing for external stakeholders
• Support intranet management; oversee look, feel and navigation, and advise on content strategy
• Measure and report on communications effectiveness, using insights to refine strategy and demonstrate value to the business.
• Experience: Minimum of 7 years’ experience in corporate executive and internal communications, with a bachelor’s degree in business, finance, economics, communications, journalism, or related fields.
• Executive engagement: Proven experience consulting directly with senior executives and subject matter experts; ability to coach leaders and prepare them for high‑visibility moments.
• Strategic communications: Proven ability to develop and implement cohesive and effective communication strategies that resonate with key audiences. Excellent writing and editing abilities and verbal communications skills.
• Storytelling expertise: Passion for storytelling, simplifying complex topics, and driving narratives that support business goals.
• Creativity: Desire to bring creativity and new ideas to communications projects and tactics.
• Project management: Excellent organizational skills, adept at managing multiple high‑priority initiatives in a fast‑paced environment.
• Attention to detail: Meticulous approach to ensuring accuracy and quality in all communications.
• Problem solving: Analytical and strategic mindset for addressing challenges and finding solutions.
• Adaptability: Internally motivated, empathetic and ready to embrace new opportunities and challenges with flexibility.
• Relationship building: Outstanding judgment and interpersonal skills, including partnering effectively with executives, peers and other functional groups across the company.
• Industry knowledge: In‑depth understanding of the financial services industry is a bonus.
• Risk management: Unwavering commitment and diligence in managing risk and protecting and enhancing the reputation of our firm.
• Character & style: High level of independence, energy and integrity, demonstrating respect for a diversity of opinions and styles, and taking accountability / accepting responsibility.
• Understanding of the financial services industry
• Experience working in a large, matrixed organization
• Design software experience (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite/InDesign)
• Website management and multimedia experience (e.g., video development)

Qualifications and Skills

Minimum qualifications include a bachelor’s degree and at least 7 years’ experience in corporate executive and internal communications.

Additional Preferred Qualifications and Skills

Experience within a large, matrixed organization. Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite and InDesign. Website management and multimedia experience, such as video development.

We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success.

We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants’ and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs.

J.P. Morgan’s Commercial & Investment Bank is a global leader across banking, markets, securities services and payments. The Commercial & Investment Bank provides strategic advice, raises capital, manages risk and extends liquidity in markets around the world. Executive & Internal Communications Vice President responsible for executive and internal communications for CIB Operations working closely as an advisor to senior leaders. Own and execute an integrated communications strategy, including executive storytelling and narrative development, employee engagement and recognition, and channel planning. Deliver and measure multi‑channel communications—from in‑person town halls, site visits, and offsites to newsletters, email, and digital media. Partner closely across D&PS and CIB Operations Communications teams to align messaging and drive cross‑functional initiatives end to end.