Senior PR Manager
About the job
Are you a strategic communications professional with a passion for media relations and corporate storytelling? A leading financial institution is seeking a Senior PR Manager to shape and execute its external communications strategy for its Private Bank & Wealth Management division.
About the Role
As a key member of the communications team, you will play a vital role in promoting, protecting, and enhancing the reputation of the Private Bank & Wealth Management business. You'll manage external messaging, engage with key media outlets, and provide strategic counsel to senior leaders.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop and execute a PR strategy that elevates the profile of the Private Bank & Wealth Management division.
* Foster and maintain strong relationships with financial, business, and wealth management journalists, both in the UK and internationally.
* Act as a trusted advisor to senior executives, offering strategic guidance on media engagement and reputational risk.
* Manage external communications during high-profile or sensitive situations, ensuring a strategic and aligned response.
* Lead proactive storytelling efforts that highlight the firm's expertise in private banking, investments, and wealth management.
* Oversee the creation of press releases, media statements, and content for digital platforms.
* Collaborate with internal teams to align PR efforts with broader corporate messaging.
* Manage external PR agencies and budgets effectively.
Who You Are
* A seasoned PR professional with extensive media relations experience, gained either in-house or at an agency.
* Strong track record in managing proactive and reactive news environments.
* Outstanding stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence senior leadership.
* Experience handling complex, high-profile communications challenges.
* Deep understanding of traditional and digital media landscapes.
* Financial services experience is highly desirable, particularly in private banking, wealth management, or investment sectors.
* Exceptional writing, editing, and verbal communication skills.
This is an exciting opportunity for a strategic PR leader to shape external narratives and enhance the reputation of a market-leading private bank & wealth management division.
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