Plays integral role in supporting communications planning and execution in support of Vanguard’s investment brand. Consults with team leaders and subject matter experts on communication content and plans for some of Vanguard’s biggest priority investment initiatives. Uncovers strategic ways to tell Vanguard’s fixed income story across multiple channels and assists with media inquiries under supervision of senior team members. Supports strategic communications efforts and builds credibility as a junior counselor by mastering core skills, demonstrating professionalism, and delivering results.
Key Responsibilities
Contributes to development and execution of integrated communications plans that advance and protect Vanguard’s brand among key audiences.
Acts as the team’s “eyes and ears” by continually scanning the news, industry landscape, and competitor moves to surface developments that shape the team’s strategy and decision‑making. Proactively contributes well‑researched, insightful ideas to help advance perceptions of Vanguard’s fixed income offer in partnership with senior team members.
Supports message development and collaborates with partners; drafts articles, social media copy, and briefing materials in line with brand standards that is clear, engaging, concise, and tailored to relevant audiences and platforms.
Executes established measurement processes by inputting, maintaining, and verifying the accuracy of data used in reports. Prepares initial report drafts and summary materials to support transparency and keep managers and business partners informed.
Assists in media relations efforts, including monitoring coverage, preparing news analyses/summaries, and engaging with media in collaboration with senior team members.
Ensures accuracy and compliance with established templates and guidance from senior team members.
Collaborates with partners across Marketing, Communications, and the business; positions self as a team player and seeks developmental opportunities.
Qualifications
Minimum of five years related work experience. Public relations or media relations experience preferred.
Undergraduate degree or equivalent combination of training and experience required. Degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or related field strongly preferred.
Strong strategic thinking and stakeholder management skills.
Strong writing, editing, and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work under pressure and to be flexible and resourceful.
Willingness to cover corporate events outside usual business hours.
Special Factors
Sponsorship
Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.About Vanguard
At Vanguard, we don't just have a mission—we're on a mission.
To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.
How We Work
Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.
Skills Required
- Minimum of five years related work experience
- Public relations or media relations experience
- Undergraduate degree or equivalent combination of training and experience
- Degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or related field
- Strong strategic thinking and stakeholder management skills
- Strong writing, editing, and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work under pressure and to be flexible and resourceful
- Willingness to cover corporate events outside usual business hours
Vanguard Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Vanguard and has not been reviewed or approved by Vanguard.
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Retirement Support — Retirement support appears unusually strong through a 401(k) design that includes a match plus an additional employer contribution, which can materially lift long-term total rewards. HSA seeding and an enhanced employer match further strengthen the savings-and-benefits value of the package.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellbeing and lifestyle support is reinforced by a sizable annual FlexFund stipend that can be applied across many day-to-day categories such as fitness, childcare, and other personal expenses. On-site or virtual clinics and fitness options add practical health and wellness convenience.
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Affordable Benefits — Healthcare and related benefits are positioned as comparatively affordable via heavily subsidized medical plans and broad coverage options. This affordability can offset moderate base pay for employees who place higher value on out-of-pocket cost reductions.
Vanguard Insights
What We Do
We are a community of 30 million who think – and feel – differently about investing. Together, we’re changing the way the world invests. Since our founding in 1975, helping our investors achieve their goals is our sole reason for existence. With no other parties to answer to and therefore no conflicting loyalties, we make every decision—like keeping investing costs as low as possible—with only your needs in mind. Vanguard is one of the world's largest investment companies, offering a large selection of high-quality low-cost mutual funds, ETFs, advice, and related services. Individual and institutional investors, financial professionals, and plan sponsors can benefit from the size, stability, and experience Vanguard offers. As of April 30, 2019, we managed more than $5.6 trillion in global assets. In addition, we have 189 funds in the United States and 225 funds in global markets. For Commenting Guidelines & Important information, visit here: http://vanguard.com/linkedin Vanguard Marketing Corporation, Distributor.
