Director, Financial Institutions Group

Opportunity  Brunswick Group is seeking a Director to join our growing Financial Institutions Group in New York, Dallas or Washington, DC.  Brunswick’s Financial Institutions Group advises the world’s leading financial services organizations on how to solve complex, multi-stakeholder challenges while navigating regulation across geographies in a highly scrutinized and volatile environment. Drawing on our global expertise in media, capital markets, policy, law, research, and crisis and issues management, we develop communications strategies that build and protect corporate reputation over the long term, and through critical moments including mergers and acquisitions, IPOs, capital raisings, leadership changes, governance matters, and responses to activist shareholders. About the Role Client Contribution & Handling Deliver strategic advice to clients, drawing on specialist communications expertise and depth of professional advisory experience Demonstrate deep knowledge of business and strategic communications issues Influentially engage with key stakeholders  Monitor level of account profitability and intervene as necessary  Communication Skills Write thoughtful, well-structured content, considering audience, style and tone for senior-level clients   Express a point of view in a thoughtful manner; analyze and distil complex information   Exhibit good judgement and exercise discretion   Question and challenge in a constructive way; present unpopular ideas confidently Business Development Contribute to and assist with new business opportunities; apply knowledge and experience to lead new business development efforts (e.g., pitches, proposal development) Use deep knowledge of key sectors to promote new business approaches and ideas Identify new opportunities to deliver other Brunswick expertise to existing clients; actively pursue and secure extensions of client relationships   Build and maintain strong external networks in order to deliver valuable insight to clients and the Firm   Team Management Actively and effectively manage account teams; drive the day-to-day account management Keep the partner and other team members informed of account and project status Foster development of team members’ skills and client handling ability by identifying new challenges and encouraging team to stretch where appropriate   Serve as a role model and mentor for junior team members, supporting the development of colleagues across the firm. What We're Looking For Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities 10-15+ years of experience advising financial institutions on strategic communications, corporate reputation, media relations, public affairs, issues management, or related stakeholder engagement matters.  Demonstrated experience developing communications strategies and managing media engagement for senior executives and organizations facing complex business, financial, regulatory or reputational issues.  Experience managing teams of five or more people   Experience gained in a communications consultancy, agency, corporate communications function, financial institution, or other advisory environment is welcome.  Strong existing network of financial institution and media contacts Proven ability to successfully interact with the media and external stakeholders in proactive and reactive situations   Strong work ethic, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail; client service-orientation   Ability to operate in a fast-paced, client service environment Exceptional research, writing and communication skills   Ability to multitask and prioritize Ability to think strategically and creatively   Energetic team player   Exhibit discretion with confidential client and personnel matters   Entrepreneurial, collaborative and team-oriented – it’s a “roll your sleeves up environment”   Adept at navigating and succeeding within high-performance environments   High emotional intelligence and strong personal impact   Commercial acumen and professional polish   Ideal Candidate A rising advisor with experience counseling financial institution clients on business-critical issues (e.g. crisis, M&A, financial situations, geopolitical, etc.) Adept at navigating and succeeding within high-performance, entrepreneurial environments Excellent communicator with professional polish and strong emotional intelligence Entrepreneurial and collaborative spirit Desire to mentor and willingness to train junior staff Terrific sense of humor Why Join Us Whether you are joining a client facing team, a core services team, or starting out on your professional career journey, joining Brunswick unlocks a range of exceptional employee benefits to support your financial future, health and wellness, family and community and continuous professional development. The successful applicant will be eligible for the following compensation and benefits package:  Base Pay:  The annual base compensation range for this role is $190,000-$250,000. The base pay offered will be determined by factors including experience, skills, training, office location, certifications, and education. Bonus Eligibility:  Annual discretionary bonus contingent upon individual and firm-wide performance. Benefits:  Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance. Disability insurance. Employee assistance program. Flexible spending account. Health savings account. Life insurance. Commuter Benefits. Generous Paid Time Off: 25 vacation days and 10 days sick leave, as well as 11 paid company holidays. Firm-sponsored 401(k) Plan with 3% automatic company contribution of base and bonus with an additional 1.5% profit share– immediate vesting. Career training and development opportunities. Employee discounts. Office Policy:  At Brunswick, our work is a craft that thrives in teaching environments – whether in our offices or on-site with clients – through real-time observation, collaboration, hu