Business Communications Manager – Citi Markets (Equities) – Senior Vice President

Overview

In this role you will lead strategic, multi-channel communications for Citi’s Equities business, shaping messaging for executives, clients, media and internal audiences. You’ll work closely with senior leaders to translate complex market themes into clear narratives, manage media and crisis communication, and amplify thought leadership across digital channels. This is a dynamic, fast-paced environment where your work reinforces Citi’s market-leading reputation and supports growth objectives.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute integrated communications strategies aligned with Citi Markets growth objectives for the Equities business
• Translate complex market themes into clear narratives for media, clients and colleagues
• Drive proactive and reactive media relations with financial journalists and investment press
• Oversee social media content strategies for Equities leaders and measure engagement
• Draft high-quality communications materials (media pitches, press releases, talking points, scripts, digital content)
• Collaborate with senior leaders and SMEs to ensure alignment with business objectives and regulatory requirements
• Coordinate with external agencies and internal teams on events and investor forums
• Identify reputational opportunities and risks and propose innovative mitigation or amplification strategies
• Manage issues and crisis communications affecting Markets reputation and exercise sound judgment
• Leverage qualitative and quantitative insights to measure and refine communication effectiveness

Key requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Communications, Finance, Journalism, Public Relations, or related field; advanced degree a plus
• Proven experience in corporate/financial communications or PR with exposure to capital markets
• Ability to translate sophisticated content into accessible messaging
• Track record of developing and executing multi-channel communication strategies for senior financial leaders
• Experience managing media relationships with financial press and handling sensitive inquiries
• Experience developing thought leadership programs and executive communications for C-suite
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; ability to communicate complex financial concepts clearly
• Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple high-priority workstreams in a fast-paced environment
• Proactive, creative, detail-oriented, collaborative with strong editorial judgment

• client-oriented mindset
• excellent judgment
• collaborative attitude
• multichannel communications
• executive communications
• social media strategy

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