Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic external communications which position CME Group as a market leader in equity, cryptocurrency and retail derivatives.
• Drive strategic positioning, media relations, thought leadership and promotional content that accelerates client engagement and market growth.
• Serve as a company spokesperson who builds and maintains effective relationships with top-tier press, beat reporters, industry analysts and the next generation of digital creators/channels to shape public perceptions.
• Lead and contribute to the development and distribution of high-impact content (press releases, byline articles, social media, owned/earned digital placements, video and compelling media pitches) that positions CME Group as the authoritative voice in financial markets.
• Shape the company’s reputation management, ensuring brand consistency and strategic alignment for crisis and issues management, in addition to ongoing communications.
• Provide strategic counsel and communications support for business line leaders, developing messaging frameworks, promotional materials and optimized frameworks for major announcements (product launches, milestones and expansions, partnerships, etc.)
• Guide recommendations for raising external awareness through executive speaking opportunities, sponsorships, media and digital placements that are tailored to market dynamics.
• Own measurement and ROI procedures for earned media and thought leadership content, demonstrating quantifiable business impact to stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism‌ or a related field; advanced degree preferred
• 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in corporate communications, with significant experience in financial markets
• Demonstrated success in navigating the evolving media landscape, proactively creating content across video, earned media and emerging social channels and news outlets
• Proven track record of proactive leadership, reputation management and crisis communications in complex, high-stakes communications challenges
• Exceptional strategic vision with the ability to translate complex topics into breakthrough communications strategies that deliver competitive advantage
• Outstanding writing, editing‌ and presentation skills
• Proven ability to manage complex programs with demonstrable business impact and measurable ROI
• Strong business acumen and deep understanding of global financial markets and derivatives trading
• Seasoned presence with the ability to represent the organization at the highest levels with media, industry leaders and key stakeholders
• Google Workspace and Microsoft Office suite