Director, Corporate and Financial Communications

Corporate Affairs and Communications (CA&C) is a global strategic function that uses a variety of programs and platforms to shape and communicate American Express’ brand message and key business initiatives to shareholders, colleagues and the community-at-large. Our team oversees global public and media relations, reputation management, social media, colleague communications, and corporate sustainability.

Overview:

We are looking for a strong and multi-faceted communications professional to serve as Director, Corporate and Financial Communications . This role sits in Corporate Communications team within the global CA&C organization, and reports to the Vice President, Corporate and Financial Communications.

The Director, Corporate and Financial Communications will support the planning and execution of the company’s corporate communications strategy, with particular responsibility for financial communications, media relations, corporate reputation, and executive positioning, including CEO and CFO external communications.

The individual will play an important role in translating business strategy, financial results, and complex enterprise issues into clear, consistent, and compelling narratives for business and financial media and other key stakeholders. They will work closely with Investor Relations, Finance, General Counsel’s Organization and business units to create and execute integrated communications programs around financial milestones, key corporate developments and other strategic enterprise-wide priorities.

The position requires excellent writing, communications and project management skills, a strong understanding of the media landscape, strategic enterprise thinking, and an ability to forge strong working relationships across teams.

- Minimum 6-8 years communications/PR experience with demonstrated ability to handle all types of media and corporate communications.
- Significant experience in corporate, financial, and/or strategic communications, ideally within a large public company, financial institution, or communications agency supporting clients in the sector
- Deep understanding of financial statements, earnings reporting, and financial markets
- Experience with both proactive media relations and issues/reputation management
- Excellent writing and verbal communications skills, and experience working directly with senior-level executives
- Well-rounded project management skills, with demonstrated ability to drive cross-functional initiatives and efficiently manage multiple business priorities
- Sound judgment and ability to operate effectively in high-profile situations, under tight deadlines and with confidential information
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build trusted relationships across functions and levels

Employment eligibility to work with American Express in the United States is required as the company will not pursue visa sponsorship for these positions.