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S&P Global

Director, Corporate Communications - Finance & Legal

S&P Global, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298

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The Team: S&P Global’s Corporate Communications team oversees external and internal communications programs for key corporate/enterprise functions and stakeholders in Finance, Legal, Government Affairs, Security, Risk & Compliance, Digital Solutions (Technology), and the newly established Chief Client Office (CCO), including Enterprise Marketing, Client Coverage and Commercial functions.

The Role: The Director of Corporate Communications will report to the New York-based Global Head of Corporate Communications and will be a trusted and strategic communications advisor to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and Chief Legal Officer (CLO), both based in New York, and their global leadership teams.

This role will be responsible for the strategic management and successful execution of internal and external communications programs for two very important corporate functions – Finance and Legal, Government Affairs and Security (LGAS) and Risk & Compliance (R&C).

As the communications lead and partner for these functions, this individual will serve as a communications advisor to Finance, Legal and Risk executives, ensuring that these leaders and their teams’ initiatives are appropriately and effectively positioned at the company.

Responsibilities: As the communications lead and partner for S&P Global’s offices of the CFO and CLO, this role will be responsible for: Providing strategic communications guidance and tactical support for the CFO, CLO and their respective leadership teams. Developing and implementing comprehensive communications plans to support these two key functions and broader enterprise goals. Creating clear and compelling messaging that increases enterprise-wide understanding of these two functions’ strategic priorities and significant contributions to S&P Global and in advancing the corporate narrative. Strengthening internal communications channels (e.g., intranet, newsletters, town halls, fireside chats, roundtables, etc.) to effectively amplify these two functions’ critical mandates, key initiatives, successes, and milestones across the S&P Global organization. Collaborating with S&P Global’s enterprise Internal Communications Center of Excellence team to further drive people engagement by leveraging internal communications tools and best practices. Consistently tracking, measuring, and analyzing the impact and effectiveness of internal communications in partnership with the enterprise Head of Corporate Communications and Head of Internal Communications. Collaborating with internal procurement teams to manage contractual relationships with Communications vendors, ensuring alignment with operational needs. In close partnership with the Finance function including Investor Relations, supporting external communications efforts around corporate milestones and financial events such as quarterly earnings, annual reports, investor days, etc. Ensuring clear and consistent messaging on key strategic initiatives and market events across all external communications channels. Developing and implementing impactful and comprehensive external communications plans. Identifying external communications opportunities for Finance and Legal senior executives. Supporting multi-stakeholder rapid response to potential issues or crisis situations. Developing external communications collateral as needed such as press releases, commentaries/op-eds, etc. Consistently tracking, measuring, and analyzing external communications and media share-of-voice and metrics.

Compensation/Benefits Information: S&P Global states that the anticipated base salary range for this position is $124,192 to $214,573. Final base salary for this role will be based on the individual’s geographic location, as well as experience level, skill set, training, licenses and certifications.

What We’re Looking For: Basic Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in fields such as communications, journalism, public relations, public affairs/policy or a related field or industry such as business or finance. At least 8+ years of experience in corporate and financial communications.

Critical Skills and Experiences: A strong track record in developing and successfully executing strategic internal and external corporate communications programs. Exceptional written and verbal communications skills. Attention to detail and accountability. Knowledge of and experience in the financial services industry. Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize critical and time-sensitive projects.

Right to Work Requirements: This role is limited to persons with indefinite right to work in the United States.

Equal Opportunity Employer: S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr