Strategic Communications Director — Markets & Crypto

CME Group; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 126,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

401(k) and pension

Education reimbursement

Paid time off

Mental health benefit

Broad-based equity program

Job summary

CME Group in Chicago seeks a Director, Corporate Communications to lead external communications for equity index, cryptocurrency and retail products. You will partner with global teams to deliver measurable results and manage media relations, executive positioning and high-impact content across channels.

You’ll drive brand-consistent messaging during crises and major announcements, while delivering ROI-driven strategies and stakeholder engagement at the highest levels.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in corporate communications, with significant experience in financial markets.
• Proactive leadership, reputation management and crisis communications in complex, high-stakes environments.
• Proven ability to create content across video, earned media and emerging social channels and news outlets.
• Outstanding writing, editing and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to drive measurable ROI and business impact.
• Strong business acumen and deep understanding of global financial markets and derivatives trading.
• Ability to represent CME Group at executive levels with media and industry leaders.
• Proficiency with Google Workspace and Microsoft Office suite, AI tools, social platforms, media monitoring and analytics platforms, plus project management tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute external communications positioning CME Group as a market leader in equity, cryptocurrency, and retail derivatives.
• Drive media relations, thought leadership and promotional content to accelerate client engagement and growth.
• Serve as a spokesperson, building relationships with top-tier press, analysts and digital creators.
• Lead development and distribution of high-impact content (press releases, bylines, social, media pitches).
• Shape reputation management, ensuring brand consistency and crisis communications alignment.
• Provide strategic counsel and messaging for business lines and major announcements.
• Guide executive speaking opportunities, sponsorships and placements tailored to market dynamics.
• Own measurement and ROI for earned media and thought leadership content.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Media relations

Crisis communications

Writing & editing

Public speaking

Content creation (video, social)

Analytics & ROI

Stakeholder management

Digital/social media proficiency

Google Workspace

Microsoft Office

AI tools

Social media management tools

Media monitoring platforms

Project management tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism or related field

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

Google Workspace

Microsoft Office

AI tools

Social media management tools

Job description

CME Group in Chicago seeks a Director, Corporate Communications to lead external communications for equity index, cryptocurrency and retail products. You will partner with global teams to deliver measurable results and manage media relations, executive positioning and high-impact content across channels.

You’ll drive brand-consistent messaging during crises and major announcements, while delivering ROI-driven strategies and stakeholder engagement at the highest levels.