PR Associate Director Capital Markets/Financial Comms

PR Associate Director – Independent Financial communications consultancy

Are you a visionary leader with a passion for shaping impactful communications strategies at the C-suite level?

The role will really suit senior financial comms professionals, looking for a different challenge where you will have a better work/life balance and the opportunity to make a real impact in a smaller growing agency.

Salary: £80k-£85k + bonus

About the Company

An independent financial communications consultancy, this organization is dedicated to providing high-quality advice and unparalleled service. Operating in a fast-paced and ever-evolving landscape, they serve as trusted communications partners. Whether in times of challenge or success, they deliver expert counsel, ensuring their clients’ businesses thrive. Their mission is to always stay ahead of the dynamic demands of the investment community, offering a level of care and insight that matches their clients’ own dedication.

The Role

As Director, you will offer strategic input to clients, advising senior management teams on new approaches that align with their broader business goals. Your leadership will drive long-term relationships with clients, guiding them through complex communication needs, particularly for publicly listed companies and private entities preparing to list on AIM or the main market.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and nurture relationships with C-suite executives across the client base, offering strategic direction as needed.
• Lead communication strategies for both publicly listed and pre-IPO companies across diverse sectors.
• Formulate and present the investment case for listed companies, contributing to clients' market positioning.
• Collaborate with the Senior Leadership Team to optimize business opportunities and uphold best practices.
• Lead staff development through performance reviews, mentorship, and identifying training needs.
• Manage commercial relationships, including fee negotiations, ensuring high levels of client satisfaction and profitability.
• Leverage an extensive personal network to drive growth and innovation.

Key Skills

• Proven experience in leading impactful communication strategies with a focus on media relations.
• Strong stakeholder management skills with the gravitas to influence and challenge.
• A collaborative approach to building professional relationships with clients, consultants, and partners.
• Credibility and innovative thinking to continuously drive success.

Benefits

• Unlimited annual leave policy.
• Flexible working - Including working from anywhere in certain periods of the year.
• Early finish Fridays in July and August, while remaining on call for urgent matters.
• Private Health Insurance, including gym discounts (after 3-month probation).
• Annual discretionary bonus and pay review.
• Tailored training and development opportunities in a fast-growing, entrepreneurial environment.
• Enhanced maternity leave.