Director of Policy Communications - C15
Citibank - Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022Work at Citibank
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If you would like to know a bit more about this opportunity, or are considering applying, then please read the following job information.The role is responsible for identifying communications, messaging, and media relations priorities on public policy issues; developing and overseeing execution of strategies to execute on those priorities; engaging with external peer stakeholders; and managing agency and trade communications that complement Citi’s approach.The role works closely with other senior Citi leaders including the Global Head of Government Affairs and the Global Head of Regulatory Strategy and Policy on communications, messaging and media engagement, assisting and advising senior leaders seeking to positively impact public policy outcomes and enhance Citi’s reputation as a bank that enables growth and economic progress.Key Responsibilities:Hold primary responsibility for setting the strategic direction and driving tactical execution of engagement on communications, messaging, and media relations for public policy issues impacting the bank’s business. This includes:
Identify, analyze, prioritize and regularly communicate issues and implications;Build internal consensus on public positioning;Develop and manage the execution of a strategy to address identified issues.
Coordinate on overall strategy and messaging content with senior colleagues across ESPA, other functions and business lines.Partner with communications teams across Services, Markets, Banking, Wealth and US Personal Banking, on policy issues related to these individual businesses.Serve as the principal point of contact for Citi senior executives and their teams on public policy-related communications, messaging, and media relations strategy, providing insight and guidance on related developments and risks relevant to Citi.Create and execute strategic stakeholder engagement plans that build and strengthen relationships between Citi’s senior leaders and the media and policymakers, including by elevating the profiles of Citi’s primary policy spokespeople.Build and strengthen productive relationships with journalists as well as the communications and media leads for Citi’s financial trade associations and agency partners in Washington.Ensure timely development and deployment of public policy messaging and communications materials.Represent Citi in public fora when appropriate.Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree required;Minimum 8 years of experience in government relations from government, a major corporation, trade association or other business organization, and/or a private law or government affairs firm devoted to Japanese government relations.Prefer experience with US government officials and business leaders at senior levels.Experience working on financial services issues required.Prefer broad experience from several areas of expertise and functions such as media communications, crisis and issue management, corporate and social responsibility, information dissemination and strategic communications advice.Excellent communications skills to influence and build trust with a wide range of audiences.Competencies:Executive and Team Leadership: Proven experience in leading, influencing and developing executive-level relationships and providing effective team leadership to motivate and inspire.Collaboration and Influencing: A team player that can demonstrate an ability to build and maintain strong relationships that build trust and confidence with key internal and external stakeholders.Business Acumen and Results Orientation: Self-motivated with the ability to manage a set of deadlines and deliverables with limited supervision.Public policy and political knowledge: Understanding the relevance of government action on business decisions, with significant knowledge of U.S. and global political trends and financial services policy.This job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required.Education:Bachelor’s degree in business management, communications, marketing or another related field.Job Family Group:
Communications and External RelationsJob Family:
Communications ManagementTime Type:
Full timePrimary Location:
Washington District Of Columbia United StatesPrimary Location Full Time Salary Range:
$170,000.00 - $300,000.00In addition to salary, Citi’s offerings may also include, for eligible employees, discretionary and formulaic incentive and retention awards. Citi offers competitive employee benefits, including: medical, dental & vision coverage; 401(k); life, accident, and disability insurance; and wellness programs.------------------------------------------------------Anticipated Posting Close Date:
Jul 31, 2024Citi is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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