Senior Manager, International Communications

A Career with Point72’s Corporate Communications team

The Corporate Communications team manages the global reputation of Point72 and all related entities. The team is responsible for all aspects of corporate communications, including media relations, executive visibility and thought leadership, internal communications, digital content and distribution, and brand management.  We’re a small, collaborative team that works closely with Point72 senior management, functional leaders, and all departments firmwide. Our group is always up for new challenges as we help support an exceptional variety of groups, projects, and products in partnership with our colleagues across businesses and the globe. 

What you’ll do

This London-based role will lead Corporate Communications across Point72’s international offices including London, Paris, Milan, Warsaw, Dubai, Hong Kong, Singapore, Sydney, Taipei, and Tokyo. You’ll develop and execute a comprehensive communications strategy in partnership with the Co-Heads of Corporate Communications (based in the U.S.) and regional business leaders. This includes:

• Overseeing the development and execution of all external and internal communications across our international offices and managing regional agency partners, specifically in APAC
• Managing media relations on behalf of the firm internationally and serving as the firm’s international spokesperson, managing reporter relationships, and delivering media training and coaching to executives in Asia and Europe
• Identifying executive visibility and thought leadership opportunities for international leadership and the economist team
• Partnering with international recruiting teams to develop messaging, content, and branded materials to support recruiting efforts
• Managing internal communications and working closely with the Corporate Communications team to strengthen the firm’s culture and ensure connectivity among our offices globally, including supporting planning, communication, and content development for firm- and region-wide initiatives and events
• Stay closely aligned and collaborate with the Corporate Communications team based in the U.S. to ensure that all communications strategies and messages are consistent and aligned with the firm’s strategic goals and objectives
• Planning a regular cadence of visits to our international offices to ensure connectivity and cultural understanding of each location

What’s required 

We’re looking for an experienced, well-rounded Corporate Communications professional with expertise across the communications function. You are a true team player who is open to feedback and committed to constant improvement. You are an innovative thinker and demonstrate the maturity and flexibility required to operate effectively with ambiguity, adjust seamlessly to changes in direction, and respect the sensitivities attached to our firm, founder, and the environment in which we operate.

You’ll also need:

• 7+ years of experience working in corporate communications departments, agencies, or public sector
• Experience at a global bank, asset manager, or financial services company and the substantive knowledge of the industry associated with that experience
• Willingness to travel regularly to offices throughout EMEA and APAC regions
• Familiarity with EMEA and APAC media markets, including relationships with local reporters
• Comfort and confidence when talking with reporters, a sophisticated understanding of the rules of media engagement, and the ability to cultivate strong relationships with reporters and influencers
• Experience working directly with C-Suite executives and working with or within companies with complex strategic needs
• Exceptional writing, research, and editing skills as well as the maturity to be edited and take direction from senior leadership
• Critical and strategic thinking skills necessary to arrive at recommendations for a wide variety of scenarios involving multiple stakeholders, from complex media situations to difficult internal communications decisions
• Demonstrated ability to suggest, lead, and see projects through to completion while managing competing priorities
• An open mind, positive attitude, and the commitment to continuous improvement
• A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
• Commitment to the highest ethical standards

We take care of our people   

We invest in our people, their careers, their health, and their well-being. When you work here, we provide:  

• Private medical and dental insurances
• Generous parental and family leave policies
• Volunteer opportunities
• Support for employee-led affinity groups representing women, people of colour and the LGBTQ+ community
• Mental and physical wellness programs
• Tuition assistance
• Non-contributory pension and more

About Point72

Point72 is a leading global alternative investment firm led by Steven A. Cohen. Building on more than 30 years of investing experience, Point72 seeks to deliver superior returns for its investors through fundamental and systematic investing strategies across asset classes and geographies. We aim to attract and retain the industry’s brightest talent by cultivating an investor-led culture and committing to our people’s long-term growth. For more information, visit www.Point72.com/about.