Director, Financial Communications
Director, Financial Communications
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Job Description
Our purpose at Thomson Reuters is to Inform the Way forward. Together with the professionals and institutions we serve we help uphold the rule of law turn the wheels of commerce catch bad actors report the facts and provide trusted unbiased information to people all over the world. Our people products and customers turn this purpose into action every day and create meaningful positive impact on communities around the world.
We invite a seasoned agile and forward-thinking communications professional to help elevate our corporate narrative. In this role youll be a linchpin for delivering coherent and compelling communications around financial and Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) communications. Youll not just disseminate financial information; youll articulate our fiscal achievements and business strategies enriching our brands market standing while helping to shape executive communications across various platforms and stakeholders.
Operating under the direct purview of the Senior Director of Corporate Affairs youll be the synchronizing force among various departments. In this individual contributor role you will collaborate seamlessly with teams from finance to marketing legal to investor relations and executive leadership. You will drive unified messaging that is both accurate and impactful. Your relationship management skills will be characterized by a vital blend of trust mutual respect and specialist knowledge.
The ideal candidate will possess unmatched skills in navigating complex challenges articulating solutions in a manner thats both clear and engaging. Prior experience in financial and executive communications within the technology sector is indispensable and familiarity with the dynamics of publicly listed companies is highly favored.
You enjoy being an individual contributor as the nature of the role requires you to thrive in the fluidity and ambiguity of a matrixed environment operating without junior support. Your attention to detail will be nothing short of meticulous and your experience in working closely with senior executives will set you apart.
Regular engagements with the media are an integral part of this high-stakes high-visibility role. Youll not only manage our relationships with business and technology journalists including Reuters who maintain editorial independence but will bring to the table an established network on media contacts in the technology sector enabling you to make an immediate impact.
About the Role
In this opportunity as Director Financial Communications you will be responsible for the following:
Craft and execute holistic communications strategies for financial reporting and M&A activities that are fully aligned with the companys broader goals vision and business imperatives.
Develop investor-focused communications materials such as quarterly and annual reports press releases and investor decks while adhering to legal regulations and industry best practices.
Contribute to a comprehensive CEO PR framework supporting the development of messaging speeches and op-ed pieces that resonate with diverse stakeholders including employees investors customers and public.
Lead in media management for matters related to financials communications and M&A.
Function as a trusted advisor to senior executives offering high-level strategic counsel on financial messaging executive media handling and M&A
Develop investor-focused communications materials such as quarterly and annual reports press releases and investor decks while adhering to legal regulations and industry best practices.
Collaborate closely with the finance team to distill complex financial data into easily digestible insights for external dissemination.
Partner with various teams to weave financial narratives into wider corporate initiatives and campaigns.
Keep a finger on the pulse of industry trends competitor moves and regulatory shifts to offer timely advice and adjustments to the companys financial communications strategy.
Support the team in crisis communications being part of a roster of cover (including out of hours) that includes incidents that hold reputational risk for the business.
About You
Youre a fit for the role of Director Financial Communications if your background includes:
Proven experience (8 years) in financial and executive communications investor relations or corporate communications within a publicly traded global technology company or financial services organization.
Strong understanding of financial markets accounting principles financial analysis and regulatory requirements and best practices related to financial disclosures and investor relations.
Excellent written and verbal communications skills with the ability to distill complex financial information into clear and compelling messages for various audiences.
Deep knowledge of and excellent relationships with top-tier media contacts skilled media relations capabilities with the ability to lead media outreach programs at a senior executive level.
Experience of developing and maintaining proactive relationships at a C-suite level within a matrixed organizational structure.
Strong leadership skills with the ability to collaborate and build consensus effectively across functions and with senior executives.
Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Please note: Due to the leadership and advanced network required in this role there will be a requirement to work from our office a minimum of 3 days a week with a requirement for some business travel.
Part of the application process will include a written assignment.
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Whats in it For You
Hybrid Work Model: Weve adopted a flexible hybrid working environment (2-3 days a week in the office depending on the role) for our office-based roles while delivering a seamless experience that is digitally and physically connected.
Flexibility & Work-Life Balance: Flex My Way is a set of supportive workplace policies designed to help manage personal and professional responsibilities whether caring for family giving back to the community or finding time to refresh and reset. This builds upon our flexible work arrangements including work from anywhere for up to 8 weeks per year empowering employees to achieve a better work-life balance.
Career Development and Growth: By fostering a culture of continuous learning and skill development we prepare our talent to tackle tomorrows challenges and deliver real-world solutions. Our Grow My Way programming and skills-first approach ensures you have the tools and knowledge to grow lead and thrive in an AI-enabled future.
Industry Competitive Benefits: We offer comprehensive benefit plans to include flexible vacation two company-wide Mental Health Days off access to the Headspace app retirement savings tuition reimbursement employee incentive programs and resources for mental physical and financial wellbeing.
Culture: Globally recognized award-winning reputation for inclusion and belonging flexibility work-life balance and more. We live by our values: Obsess over our Customers Compete to Win Challenge (Y)our Thinking Act Fast / Learn Fast and Stronger Together.
Social Impact: Make an impact in your community with our Social Impact Institute. We offer employees two paid volunteer days off annually and opportunities to get involved with pro-bono consulting projects and Environmental Social and Governance (ESG) initiatives.
Making a Real-World Impact:We are one of the few companies globally that helps its customers pursue justice truth and transparency. Together with the professionals and institutions we serve we help uphold the rule of law turn the wheels of commerce catch bad actors report the facts and provide trusted unbiased information to people all over the world.
About Us
Thomson Reuters informs the way forward by bringing together the trusted content and technology that people and organizations need to make the right decisions. We serve professionals across legal tax accounting compliance government and media. Our products combine highly specialized software and insights to empower professionals with the data intelligence and solutions needed to make informed decisions and to help institutions in their pursuit of justice truth and transparency. Reuters part of Thomson Reuters is a world leading provider of trusted journalism and news.
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Director
Employment Type
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