Strategic External Communications Lead for M&A & Markets

Ladders; New York (NY); On-site; USD 220,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collaborative environment

Professional development

Broad industry network

Thought leadership opportunities

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Ladders is seeking a Senior Manager, External Communications to lead strategic communications for M&A and Capital Markets in New York. You will translate legal topics into market-friendly content and advise partners on media engagement.

You will build media relationships, identify opportunities, and align communications with business objectives while guiding senior stakeholders and shaping thought leadership across the network.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in media relations, corporate communications, or public relations.
• Strong grasp of financial markets and M&A concepts.
• Proven success in advising senior stakeholders on communications.
• Exceptional writing and storytelling skills.
• Ability to manage complex communications priorities effectively.

Responsibilities

• Develop external communications strategies for M&A and Capital Markets
• Align communications with business objectives
• Identify media opportunities to enhance visibility
• Build relationships with key journalists and influencers
• Translate complex legal topics into market-friendly content
• Advise partners on media engagement strategies
• Monitor market trends for communication opportunities

Skills

Media relations

Corporate communications

Public relations

Writing & storytelling

Strategic communications

Stakeholder advisory

Job description

Ladders is seeking a Senior Manager, External Communications to lead strategic communications for M&A and Capital Markets in New York. You will translate legal topics into market-friendly content and advise partners on media engagement.

You will build media relationships, identify opportunities, and align communications with business objectives while guiding senior stakeholders and shaping thought leadership across the network.