Principal, Head of Corporate Communications
Hamilton Lane
- Philadelphia, PA
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Develop and deliver strategic and tactical communications/public relations campaigns that drive organizational goals.
- Serve as strategic communications advisor to senior leadership.
- Coordinate and deliver internal and external communications with business leaders, marketing, external partners, and support agencies.
- Manage communications/PR agency on campaign execution and measurement.
- Protect and enhance the reputation of the firm - both externally and among employees.
- Create and maintain the corporate communications budget and annual spend.
- Oversee internal events, corporate branding, and digital presence (i.e. website, social media)
- Using data and analytics to inform strategy, decision making, and the success of initiatives.
- Lead special projects as assigned
- Bachelor's degree in public relations, communications, journalism, or a related field.
- Proven experience (10+ years) in PR, corporate communications, or media relations in a financial services firm, preferably in a global or multinational organization working across time zones, and cultures.
- The executive presence to work with the C-suite; strong ability to collaborate with senior management, internal and external partners across multiple teams and disciplines.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to effectively convey complex information to various audiences in relatable terms, including advanced copy-writing and copy-editing abilities.
- Insights and data-driven with the ability to link business results to PR strategy.
- Extensive experience in media relations and issues management, including experience handling reputational crises quickly and professionally.
- Ability to translate ideas into communications programs with sustainable activity and initiatives and make complex financial messages accessible and intuitive.
- Proficiency in managing relationships with media outlets, journalists, and industry influencers.
- Effective team player with the ability to drive initiatives independently.
- Demonstrated knowledge and proficiency with communications technologies, digital marketing and social media, and content development strategies, with experience leveraging these platforms for public relations purposes.
- Superior project management, organizational skills, and attention to detail.
- Ability to navigate complex and fast-paced environments.