US Wealth, Media Relations Leader

About Us

Wellington Management offers comprehensive investment management capabilities that span nearly all segments of the global capital markets. Our investment solutions, tailored to the unique return and risk objectives of institutional clients in more than 60 countries, draw on a robust body of proprietary research and a collaborative culture that encourages independent thought and healthy debate. As a private partnership, we believe our ownership structure fosters a long-term view that aligns our perspectives with those of our clients.

About the Role

We are seeking an accomplished and visionary Media Relations Leader to lead and oversee external communications for our US Wealth Management business at a strategic level. As a newly established executive role, the Media Relations Leader will be responsible for setting the overall media strategy, managing reputation risk, and positioning the firm and its leadership as industry trailblazers in wealth management. This role will serve as a key advisor to the C-suite and other senior executives, shaping long-term communication strategies that drive business growth, enhance brand equity, and support organizational objectives across the firm’s portfolio.

The Media Relations Leader will provide guidance and mentorship to ensure best-in-class media relations practices. Reporting directly to the Director, Corporate Communications, this leader will collaborate with executive leadership, business unit heads, and global communications colleagues to ensure consistency and impact in all external messaging. The geographic location is Boston or New York.

Responsibilities

Media Strategy & Execution : Set and direct proactive, enterprise-level media relations strategies that align with organizational priorities, product launches, key campaigns, and global brand positioning across wealth management. Drive innovation in media engagement and crisis communication preparedness.

Executive Visibility : Act as a strategic counselor to senior executives, partnering with them to refine and amplify their public voices through high-visibility media opportunities, keynote speeches, op-eds, and industry forums.

Media Relationship Management : Cultivate and deepen relationships with top-tier financial, business, and trade media at the national level. Serve as a lead spokesperson and primary media contact for journalists covering wealth management, investment strategy, and market trends. Complex issues, market perspectives, and oversee the response to sensitive inquiries and proactively identify emerging trends and opportunities for positive media coverage.

Content Development : Draft and edit press releases, media briefings, Q&As, and messaging documents tailored to wealth audiences.

Issues Management : Monitor media coverage and manage reputational risks, working closely with compliance and legal teams to ensure alignment with regulatory standards.

Collaboration : Work cross-functionally with marketing (strategists, product, social, events) and investment teams to align messaging and ensure consistency and commerciality.

Measurement & Reporting : Monitor earned media, coordinate and analyze performance metrics, provide regular reporting to stakeholders, and leverage Signal and Roxhill platforms.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field strongly preferred.

15+ years of progressive experience in external communications, with a significant portion in leadership roles within financial services or wealth management organizations.

Proven track record of designing and executing comprehensive media relations and integrated communications strategies at the national and global level.

Deep expertise in media relations, content strategy, thought leadership development, and digital / social media management, including crisis and reputation management for high-profile brands.

Extensive knowledge of investment products, global financial markets, and the evolving regulatory landscape, with the ability to advise executives on complex issues.

Established and influential network of press and media contacts, especially with top-tier financial, business, and trade media covering wealth management and investment strategy.

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with demonstrated experience in shaping sophisticated narratives and coaching C-suite executives for media engagements, public appearances, and thought leadership opportunities.

Superior stakeholder management and cross-functional leadership skills, with a history of building strong relationships across executive leadership, legal, compliance, marketing, and investment teams to drive alignment and results.

Demonstrated experience leading high-impact media campaigns, major product launches, and crisis communications for large, complex, and global organizations.

Highly strategic, organized, and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver under pressure in fast-paced environments.

Proactive, energetic self-starter with a proven ability to influence at all levels and to navigate matrixed, multinational organizations independently.

Preferred Attributes

Extensive experience working directly with C-suite executives, providing strategic counsel and media coaching for high-stakes interviews and public speaking engagements.

Demonstrated ability to secure prominent media coverage in top-tier global outlets and to position organizations and leaders as industry authorities.

In-depth familiarity with global media landscapes, regional market nuances, and the ability to tailor messaging for diverse audiences and geographies.

Strong knowledge of private markets, alternative investments, and multi-asset strategies, with the ability to translate technical topics into compelling stories for a range of stakeholders.

Experience leading and mentoring high-performing communications teams, fostering talent development, and promoting a culture of innovation and excellence.

Recognition as a trusted advisor and strategic partner to executive leadership, with a reputation for integrity, sound judgment, and discretion in sensitive situations.

Experience working with C-suite executives.

Familiarity with global media landscapes and regional nuances.

Demonstrated success in securing tier-one media coverage.

Knowledge of private markets, and multi-asset strategies is a plus.

Not sure you meet 100% of our qualifications? That’s ok. If you believe that you could excel in this role, we encourage you to apply and welcome a chance to review your background. We are dedicated to building and maintaining a diversified workforce and considering a broad array of candidates with a variety of skill, workplace experiences, and backgrounds.

As an equal opportunity employer, Wellington Management ensures that all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, creed, national origin, age, ancestry, disability (physical or mental), medical condition, citizenship, marital status, pregnancy, veteran or military status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If you are a candidate with a disability, or are assisting a candidate with a disability, and require an accommodation to apply for one of our jobs, please email us at GMWTalentOperations@wellington.com.

At Wellington Management, our approach to compensation is designed to help us attract, inspire and retain the best talent in our industry. We strive to pay employees fairly and competitively across all levels and roles. Our approach to compensation considers all aspects of total compensation; all employees are eligible to receive salary, variable compensation, and benefits. The base salary range for this position is : USD 80,000 - 180,000

This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered when making compensation decisions, including but not limited to skill sets; role; skills and experience; certifications; and education. This range is an estimate, and further details on salary and total compensation aspects will be shared with candidates during the recruitment process.

Base salary is only one component of Wellington’s total compensation approach. Other rewards may include a discretionary Corporate Bonus and / or Incentives, if eligible. In addition, we offer a comprehensive and high value benefit package to meet the unique needs of our employees and their families, and we are committed to fostering a flexible work environment that enables employees to thrive personally and professionally. Examples of our benefits include retirement plan, health and wellbeing, dental, vision, and pharmacy coverage, health savings account, flexible spending accounts and commuter program, employee assistance program, life and disability insurance, adoption assistance, back-up childcare, tuition / CFA reimbursement and paid time off (leave of absence, paid holidays, volunteer, sick and vacation time).

We believe that in person interactions inspire and energize our community and are essential to our culture. In support of this commitment, our employees work from our offices 4 days a week with flexibility to work remotely 1 day a week. We believe that this approach ultimately supports our mission to deliver investment excellence to our clients and their beneficiaries over the long term.

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