Interim Communications Coordinator

Michael Page; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and benefits

Job summary

MPI is seeking a seasoned corporate communications professional in New York to develop and execute media relations strategies within a regulated financial services environment. You will manage press outreach and partner with senior leadership to shape messaging.

This role emphasizes measuring impact, building journalist relationships, and contributing to the overall effectiveness of the Communications function across the business.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of corporate communications experience, preferably within financial services.
• Proactive, creative, and solutions-oriented mindset.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute earned media strategies.
• Balance proactive outreach with inbound media inquiries.
• Collaborate with senior leaders to craft messaging on key topics and industry trends.
• Contribute to media reporting and analytics to demonstrate impact and alignment with business objectives.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Media relations

Editing

Written communications

Multi-tasking

Job description

This role is responsible for developing and executing media relations strategies, managing press outreach, and partnering with senior leadership to shape key messaging within a regulated environment. The position also focuses on building relationships with journalists, measuring communications impact, and helping enhance the overall effectiveness of the Communications function.

Client Details

My client is a well-established financial services organization that provides market intelligence, research, and analytical insights to support businesses and investors. They are known for their strong industry reputation and data-driven approach to helping clients make informed decisions.

Description

• Balance proactive media outreach with the management of inbound media inquiries, ensuring thoughtful and strategic engagement within a regulated environment.
• Partner closely with senior leaders to develop clear, compelling messaging around key business topics and industry trends.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with priority journalists and industry reporters.
• Support the development of media reporting and analytics to demonstrate the Communications team's impact and alignment with business and commercial objectives.
• Contribute to the ongoing evolution of the Communications function by identifying opportunities to enhance processes, collaboration, and overall effectiveness.

Profile

• 5-8 years of experience in corporate communications, preferably within financial services, professional services, capital markets, or a similarly complex industry.
• A proactive, creative, and solutions-oriented mindset with the ability to identify opportunities and solve challenges effectively.
• Prior agency experience is a plus.
• Experience supporting communications efforts in regulated or reputation-sensitive environments.
• Proven ability to develop and execute earned media strategies that drive visibility and enhance brand reputation.
• Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across a variety of internal and external audiences.
• Excellent written, verbal, and editing skills with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while working effectively across teams.

Job Offer

Competitive pay and a strong benefits package

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.