Media Communications

A large and successful global asset manager is currently looking for a media communications specialist to communicate the business' investment expertise to UK and European media and stakeholders.

Responsibilities:

*Work with Communications department to actively generate a range of PR messages to take to market
*Provide support to business units in response to requests for articles on current issues
*Work with eMarketing to ensure strong online content
*Develop and implement an investment themes programs for UK IFA, personal finance and institutional journalists
*Liaise with journalists and publications to in feed story ideas, arrange fund manager interviews, etc
*Support PR activity in Europe by engaging with UK based journalists and sharing messages with colleagues across Europe
*Draft press releases
*Arrange media events - roundtables, one-to-one interviews, social occasions, etc

Requirements:

*Similar experience within a media relations/PR role in an investment manager is essential
*Strong understanding of investment products and processes
*Excellent attention to detail and communication skills
*Strong written skills
*Understanding of the relevant journalists within UK IFA, personal finance and institutional publications

February 15, 2013 • Posted in: General

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