Communications Associate (NYC or STL)

Responsibilities

• In collaboration with the Head of Communications, the Communications Associate will assist in both the planning and execution of communications programs designed to create and maintain a favorable image of the firm.
• The Communications Associate will forge strong relationships with key stakeholders including media, company executives, clients, industry influencers and fellow employees.
• Will work to identify new and emerging opportunities to enhance the firm's visibility.
• Draft communications material for both internal and external use. This includes: press releases, biographies, bylines, white papers, presentation, website copy, etc.
• Work closely with graphics and design to create visual elements to support PR and communications campaigns
• Engage regularly with firm spokespeople, expert commentators and executives.
• Communicate with associates from other regions (Canada, UK, Europe) to better incorporate global initiatives into overall Stifel Institutional brand narratives.
• Respond to inquiries from the press in a timely and professional manner.
• Conduct proactive media outreach to effectively promote the firm's thought leaders, franchise research and significant transactions.
• Research and create narratives for pitching reporters across various platforms and geographies.

Requirements

• Minimum Required: B.S. or B.A. in Communications/Journalism or related field
• Minimum Required: 1-2 years experience in Public Relations/Journalism/ Communications, preferably in Financial Services industry
• Minimum Required: None
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook

Benefits

• health / dental / vision / prescription insurance offerings
• Stifel Total Health Connect
• flexible spending accounts
• tuition & certification assistance programs
• paid time off
• wellness initiatives
• life insurance
• 401k
• and more