DTCC is hiring: Public Relations Associate Director in Jersey City

Are you ready to make an impact at DTCC?

Do you want to work on innovative projects, collaborate with a dynamic and supportive team, and receive investment in your professional development? At DTCC, we are at the forefront of innovation in the financial markets. We are committed to helping our employees grow and succeed. We believe that you have the skills and drive to make a real impact. We foster a thriving internal community and are committed to creating a workplace that looks like the world that we serve.

The Chief Client Office (CCO) is focused on providing a consistent Client Experience across all business lines and geographies, enabling enhanced Client Satisfaction, Revenue Growth, and Business Line Success. The CCO function includes Sales, Partners, Relationship Management, Integration, Marketing & Communications, and Sales Analytics & Operations.

Pay and Benefits:

• Competitive compensation, including base pay and annual incentive
• Comprehensive health and life insurance and well-being benefits, based on location
• Pension / Retirement benefits
• Paid Time Off and Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.
• DTCC offers a flexible/hybrid model of 3 days onsite and 2 days remote (onsite Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and a third day unique to each team or employee).

The Impact you will have in this role:

Under the direction of the Executive Director of Global Public Relations, this person will have responsibility for developing and implementing a robust media strategy for the firm's Digital Assets and Consulting Services businesses aligned to business goals and objectives. In doing so, the Associate Director, Public Relations will promote DTCC news, information, and thought leadership to the media and analyst community, proactively build and maintain relationships with editors, journalists, and analysts, influence news coverage, shape perceptions of the firm, and protect against reputational risk. By partnering closely with members of the M&C team, business heads, and senior leaders within the company, they will develop compelling messaging and content, leverage media trends to attain positive news coverage, and draft and place bylined articles to establish senior leaders as spokespeople and thought leaders.

Your Primary Responsibilities:

• Strategize, develop, and implement global public relations strategy for the Digital Assets and Consulting Services businesses, generating awareness and coverage via proactive pitching, interviews, bylines, media tours, statements, roundtables, editor briefings, and more.
• Collaborate with M&C peers to ensure a holistic M&C strategy and reporting, with defined goals, objectives, and metrics.
• Leverage writing skills and industry knowledge to develop media narratives through compelling thought leadership on key initiatives.
• Support DTCC's overall engagement with media, responding to urgent inquiries across business topics, developing relationships with key Tier 1 and targeted trade media (including key reporters globally in DLT-related publications), and facilitating in-person meetings with journalists.
• Maintain productive relationships with global PR agencies in the US and London, advising on strategy, work initiatives, and reviewing/approving all quotes, content, and coverage.
• Monitor and analyze media coverage related to relevant topics and strategize around areas of opportunity, including new areas of opportunity for DTCC and the business.
• Support social media activity related to media work, including content development, video initiatives, and more.
• Mitigate risk by following established procedures and monitoring controls, spotting key errors, and demonstrating strong ethical behavior.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 8 years of related experience
• Bachelor's degree in Communications preferred or equivalent experience

Talents Needed for Success:

• Solid understanding of all communication channels
• Strong verbal and writing capabilities, with the ability to translate complex business topics into higher-level themes that resonate with journalists and readers; leverage compelling storytelling and data-driven content
• Ability to network and influence colleagues on PR recommendations and strategies
• Background in crypto / digital assets / blockchain is preferred
• Solid analytical capabilities to measure results and identify areas of opportunity
• Excellent organizational and time management skills to effectively prioritize multiple projects while meeting deadlines

The salary range is indicative for roles at the same level within DTCC across all US locations. Actual salary is determined based on the role, location, individual experience, skills, and other considerations. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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