Senior Media and Public Relations Lead

The role

The Senior Media and Public Relations Lead will develop and own media strategy to elevate global brand visibility. This person will manage media relations for the CEO and senior team, oversee press releases, and lead conference and award strategies.

What you will do

• Develop and own media strategy aligned with core business priorities
• Identify, pitch, and secure coverage across broadcast, print, digital, and podcast media
• Develop executive positioning and media readiness for the CEO and leadership team
• Oversee drafting and distribution of press releases
• Develop thought leadership content including bylines, op-eds, and contributed articles
• Own conference strategy including event selection and securing speaking slots
• Develop and execute award strategy
• Manage external Media Agency
• Protect and elevate the brand through reputation management and media monitoring
• Advise on crisis communications scenarios and escalation protocols

Required qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in public relations, corporate communications, or media relations
• Established relationships with top-tier financial, business, technology, and fintech media
• Proven experience executing integrated PR communication strategies
• Demonstrated ability to counsel senior executives
• Exceptional written and verbal skills
• Experience managing media inquiries, executive communications, and thought leadership
• Experience developing and executing proactive PR campaigns
• Strategic thinker with strong business judgement and editorial instincts
• Familiarity with social media, digital communications, media monitoring, and AI-enabled tools
• Experience managing external PR agencies, consultants, and other communications partners
• Strong understanding of regulatory developments and market trends
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis without visa sponsorship

Nice to have

• Experience within financial services, fintech, technology, or a highly regulated industry
• FINRA Series 24 license

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Equity
• 401(k) match
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Disability insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Wellness reimbursement
• Company-provided phone
• Personal development allowance
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and observed holidays

Before you apply

• Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis
• DriveWealth does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa
• Offers of employment are contingent upon securing and maintaining the legal right to work at the Company

About the company

DriveWealth is a global B2B financial technology organization dedicated to democratizing access to financial independence. It offers an API-based platform that enables partners to provide investing and trading experiences to clients worldwide.