Communications Specialist, Market Regulation and Transparency Services

The Market Regulation and Transparency Services (“MRTS”) Communications Specialist is primarily responsible for supporting the planning, development and execution strategy of communications for the department. The Communications Specialist is responsible for creating content and maintaining MRTS’s intranet, the information source providing news and tools for the entire department, with oversight and support from the MRTS Communications Manager. The Communications Specialist is also responsible for reviewing, creating and distributing department content and updates on key MRTS and Regulatory Operations (“RegOps”) developments, including program, policy, and technology updates, as well as changes in organization structure. The Communications Specialist also supports the development of talking points and written communications for senior leadership for various conferences and other events.

Essential Job Functions:

• Advises on and contributes to the MRTS communications program, including any applicable RegOps communications. This includes the creation of a communications strategy and content for the department and RegOps, as applicable. Communications content includes, among other things, analysis and distillation of moderate to complex programmatic and regulatory issues.
• Creates, edits, and manages content on MRTS’s intranet site and is responsible for ensuring the accuracy, currency and effectiveness of content, including ensuring consistency in the design of site content managed by the business lines. Writes content for the RegOps portal as it relates to MRTS touchpoints.
• Creates, reviews, and edits leadership communications for clarity, consistency, and effectiveness in supporting and communicating MRTS’s priorities consistent with FINRA’s broader goals and mission.
• Develops presentations and talking points for MRTS senior leaders for internal use, external conferences and other events.
• Supports the production of department all staff meetings and events through the development of agendas and topics, identification and preparation of speakers, and messaging.
• Contributes to communication prioritization discussions with management, key stakeholders, and support team members to develop and implement communication plans/roadmaps maximizing awareness and understanding of content.
• Collaborates with FINRA Corporate Communications to support enterprise communications strategies.
• Collaborates with subject matter experts to develop materials such as fact sheets, year-in-review documents, etc.
• Provides communications and support to the MRTS Senior Director of Business Operations and MRTS Communications Manager on special projects and initiatives related to business operations and enablement functions.
• Consults on communication strategies with other FINRA departments, working groups and subject matter experts.
• Effectively interacts with internal stakeholders on the communication efforts in line with FINRA’s values and culture of promoting diversity, equity and inclusion.

Education/Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Journalism or equivalent and a minimum of seven (7) years of experience in the communications or public relations field.
• Proven ability to develop, execute, and measure progress on internal communication plans and strategies.
• Superior writing and editing skills with a high degree of attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously and meet deadlines for a wide variety of assignments.
• Ability to convey complex information in clear, engaging ways.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate and interact with staff at all levels.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Windows/MS Office Suite, SharePoint Modern, Zoom webinars and various production software.
• Ability to work both independently and within a team environment including working collaboratively with others and running point on project teams or working groups.
• Ability to exercise careful judgment and discretion with respect to strategic and confidential internal material.

Working Conditions:

• Hybrid work environment (remote/office) with hours which may extend beyond normal business hours.
• Occasional travel may be required.
• Work environment includes high productivity expectations and tight deadlines.

For work that is performed in CA, CO, HI, MN, VT, IL, Jersey City, NJ, NY, NY, MD, Washington DC, and WA the chart below outlines the proposed salary range for the corresponding location. In addition to location, actual compensation is based on various factors, including but not limited to, the candidate’s skill set, level of experience, education, and internal peer compensation comparisons.

CA: Minimum Salary $106,400, Maximum Salary $200,200

CO/HI/MN/VT*: Minimum Salary $92,500, Maximum Salary $166,800

IL*: Minimum Salary $101,800, Maximum Salary $183,900

Jersey City, NJ/NY, NY: Minimum Salary $111,000, Maximum Salary $200,200

MD/Washington, DC: Minimum Salary $106,400 Maximum Salary $191,800

WA: Minimum Salary $92,500, Maximum Salary $191,800

*Including positions performed outside the state but reporting to an office or manager in that state.

Candidates can expect salary offers that range from the minimum to the mid-point of the salary range. FINRA provides full pay ranges so that the candidate can consider their growth potential while at FINRA.

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To be considered for this position, please submit an application. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

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Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. FINRA provides comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance.  Additional insurance includes basic life, accidental death and dismemberment, supplemental life, spouse/domestic partner and dependent life, and spouse/domestic partner and dependent accidental death and dismemberment, short- and long-term disability, long-term care, business travel accident, disability and legal.  FINRA offers immediate participation and vesting in a 401(k) plan with company match and eligibility for participation in an additional FINRA-funded retirement contribution, tuition reimbursement and many other benefits. 

Time Off and Paid Leave*

FINRA encourages its employees to focus on their health and wellness in many ways, including through a generous time-off program of 15 days of paid time off, 5 personal days and 9 sick days (all pro-rated in the first year). Additionally, we are proud to support our communities by providing two volunteer service days (based on full-time schedule). Other paid leave includes military leave, jury duty leave, bereavement leave, voting and election official leave for federal, state or local primary and general elections, care of a family member leave (available after 90 days of employment); and childbirth and parental leave (available after 90 days of employment). Full-time employees receive nine paid holidays.

*Based on full-time schedule

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