Strategic Communications Director, Markets & Tech

Financial Industry Regulatory Authority, Inc.; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 161,000 - 313,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off and holidays

Discretionary bonus eligibility

Job summary

FINRA’s Director of Strategic Business Communications collaborates with Market and Regulatory Services and Technology to craft and execute external communications that advance FINRA's mission. The role requires deep understanding of financial services tech, market structure, and regulatory landscape, plus ability to influence senior leaders and shape high-profile initiatives.

Based in a hybrid environment, this senior contributor provides strategic counsel, leads cross-functional reviews, and

Qualifications

• Proven ability to develop, execute, and measure strategic communications plans.
• Experience translating complex regulatory and technical information into clear messaging.
• Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop external communications strategies aligned to enterprise priorities.
• Serve as strategic liaison between business units and Corporate Communications.
• Identify compelling narratives and translate them into audience-focused messaging across channels.

Skills

Strategic communications

Stakeholder engagement

Crisis communications

Executive communications

Messaging and storytelling

Education

Bachelor’s degree in communications/marketing/journalism

Job description

FINRA’s Director of Strategic Business Communications collaborates with Market and Regulatory Services and Technology to craft and execute external communications that advance FINRA's mission. The role requires deep understanding of financial services tech, market structure, and regulatory landscape, plus ability to influence senior leaders and shape high-profile initiatives.

Based in a hybrid environment, this senior contributor provides strategic counsel, leads cross-functional reviews, and