Wealth Communications, Director

Director, Wealth Communications

The Enterprise Services and Public Affairs (ESPA) team’s mission is to enhance how our internal and external stakeholders — including colleagues — perceive and experience Citi by protecting the reputation of the firm, its businesses and the brand. The Global Communications team is an agile, high-impact group that nimbly covers a broad scope of responsibilities ranging from executive communications to corporate culture and reputation.

Our team thrives in a fast-moving, intellectually curious and solution-oriented environment. If you bring a client-oriented mindset, excellent judgment, a passion to learn and a great sense of humor, you’ll fit right in.

About the role

We’re looking for an experienced and driven strategic leader to join our Citi Wealth Communications team. The individual in this role will be responsible for developing and executing holistic, proactive and strategic communications plans for Citi Wealth’s primary business lines : Citi Private Bank, Citigold and Wealth at Work. This role will ensure there is consistent, clear and concise messaging across the businesses, including executive communications, social media profile building / engagement, media interviews and internal messaging to colleagues.

The ideal candidate will bring significant experience in banking / wealth management communications and thrive in a fast-paced environment that supports of a fast-growing business.

Primary Responsibilities :

Develop and execute communications strategy, with an emphasis on streamlined, cohesive messaging across Citi Private Bank, Citigold, Wealth at Work

Manage pipeline of content across the three businesses for Citi internal channels (Citi Global News, Citi Features, Citi Wealth Newsletter, etc.)

Drive a strategic media relations strategy for Citi Private Bank, Citigold, Wealth at Work through proactive media engagement, executive communications and issues / crisis management

Build and maintain relationships with top tier media and serve as spokesperson for the businesses, liaising with press on daily transactions and events, strategic hires and announcements; monitor subsequent coverage

Write and edit press releases, internal memos and other communications materials including media statements, talking points, Q&A, awards submissions, social media posts, highlight decks and infographics

Work closely with colleagues across ESPA as well as functional partners across the firm including Finance, Marketing, HR, Legal, Risk and Compliance

Qualifications :

Bachelor’s degree in Communications or related field

Understanding of financial products or market instruments

At least 10 years of work experience in commmunicatons / media relations

Ability to deliver quality work in a fast-paced, dynamic and complex environment under tight deadlines

Experience pitching financial, business and industry media outlets

Strong written and verbal communications skills, including speechwriting, persuasive narrative and editing, with strong attention to detail

Ability to synthesize complex concepts to create key messages for various stakeholders

A team player with the ability to manage projects strategically and global with colleagues in other regions

Strong relationship management skills, comfortable working with senior business leaders, experience working with cross-functional and global stakeholders

Creative, thoughtful approach to work product and regularly bring forward new ideas

Persuasive when presenting to larger groups or in regular meetings, both internally and externally

Takes initiative, provides counsel honestly and anticipates next steps

Skill in planning, organizing, prioritizing and executing simultaneously

Ability to handle sensitive information with high degree of confidentiality

Job Family Group :

Communications and External Relations

Job Family :

Communications Management

Time Type : Full time

Primary Location :

New York New York United States

Primary Location Full Time Salary Range :

$170,000.00 - $300,000.00

In addition to salary, Citi’s offerings may also include, for eligible employees, discretionary and formulaic incentive and retention awards. Citi offers competitive employee benefits, including : medical, dental & vision coverage; 401(k); life, accident, and disability insurance; and wellness programs. Citi also offers paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays. For additional information regarding Citi employee benefits, please visit citibenefits.com. Available offerings may vary by jurisdiction, job level, and date of hire.

Most Relevant Skills

Please see the requirements listed above.

Other Relevant Skills

For complementary skills, please see above and / or contact the recruiter.

Anticipated Posting Close Date :

Aug 21, 2025

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