EY focuses on high-ethical standards and integrity among its employees and expects all candidates to demonstrate these qualities. At EY, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And we’re counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.Location: New York, Atlanta, Boston, Charlotte, Hoboken, Irvine, Jericho, Los Angeles, McLean, Nashville, Chicago, Philadelphia, San Francisco, San Jose, Washington, Dallas, HoustonDirector, FSO Communications LeadJoin our Brand, Marketing and Communications (BMC) team! Specializing in Communications, you will focus on internal engagement and public relations to promote our brand and reputation across a wide range of audiences including clients, recruits, employees, media, and other key stakeholders.The opportunityYou will oversee the strategy and execution of external and internal communication programs for our Financial Services Organization (FSO), a practice comprised of 14,000 people in ninety geographies and US $7b in revenue across four service lines (Audit, Tax, Consulting and Strategy and Transactions). You will lead a dynamic, sector communications team whose goals internally are to convey critically important content and information to our people, while inspiring them through our purpose of Building a Better Working World. Externally, you will oversee a media relations function that positions our industry-leading SMEs in earned media on topics of most relevant to the markets we serve in financial services. You will also work in close coordination with our Americas and Global EY Organization to ensure alignment, consistency of messaging and sharing of resources.Your key responsibilities
Internal and external communication aligned with the Industry Group Leader and core leadership team; teams across service line and sub-sectors (Banking & Capital Markets, Insurance and Wealth and Asset Management).
Develop and execute communication strategy that both informs and inspires our people while driving desired behaviors and business outcomes.
Oversee earned and social media efforts that maximize ROI on marketing investments and capitalize on trends specific to the financial services arena.
Provides development, training and coaching of team members.
Skills and attributes for success
Ability to advise, influence and share valuable insights on the optimal mix of communications in key leadership meetings.
Adept at managing and developing a team of communications professionals.
Able to leverage extensive , and deep insight to advise on the optimal use of internal communications to positively impact the business.
Ability to explore innovative uses of technology to achieve goals and stay at the forefront of best-in-class communications practice .
Ability to rapidly engage in crisis communications, adhering to firm strategy and guidelines.
Adept at assuming leadership role for large projects, including webcasts, videos and presentations.
To qualify for the role, you must have
Minimum of 12-15 years’ experience in managing strategic communications, preferably within a professional services firm.
Bachelor’s degree in communications or similar area or equivalent work experience. Advanced degree highly desirable.
Strong communication (written and verbal) skills, independent thinking abilities.
Knowledge about current corporate communication practices and technology channels
Must be willing to travel to New York City regularly in the first 6 months to build relationships with FS leadership team, and typically thereafter 1-3 times per month (including potential for multiple days at once) depending on leadership meetings, etc. Must also be willing to travel to other FS hub locations.
What we look forWe are looking for individuals who have a strong business acumen and personal leadership. Innovative, creative thinkers who are strategic, collaborative, and consultative and who can bring a fresh perspective will thrive in this environment.What we offerWe offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business. The salary range for this job in most geographic locations in the US is $174,500 to $336,000. The salary range for New York City Metro Area, Washington State and California (excluding Sacramento) is $209,500 to $381,800. Individual salaries within those ranges are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills and geography. In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options. Under our flexible vacation policy, you’ll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances. You’ll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.
Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.
If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.The exceptional EY experience. It’s yours to build.EY | Building a better working worldEY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets.Enabled by data and technology, diverse EY teams in over 150 countries provide trust through assurance and help clients grow, transform and operate.Working across assurance, consulting, law, strategy, tax and transactions, EY teams ask better questions to find new answers for the complex issues facing our world today.EY is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer providing equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected basis, including arrest and conviction records, in accordance with applicable law.EY is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities including veterans with disabilities. If you have a disability and either need assistance applying online or need to request an accommodation during any part of the application process, please call 1-800-EY-HELP3, type Option 2 (HR-related inquiries) and then type Option 1 (HR Shared Services Center), which will route you to EY’s Talent Shared Services Team or email SSC Customer Support at ssc.customersupport@ey.com
