JPMorgan Media Relations Associate 

United States, New York, New York 

173232604

As a Media Relations Associate you will be a part of the press office supporting the J.P. Morgan Wealth Management Communications team, which acts as a liaison to the media, protects the reputation of the firm and works with our senior executives in developing their voice. You will partner across the firm to ensure the information shared externally is timely and accurate, you will also produce media briefings, plan events, develop talking points, identify media opportunities and own team tracking. The role is critical to our communications strategy, the communications team excels at taking complex financial and regulatory issues and making them easily digestible for the average reader. Our group of talented and experienced communications professionals serve as key advisors to our most senior leaders.

Job responsibilities:

• Identify relevant media opportunities and industry trends
• Manage real-time media monitoring and developing coverage reports
• Manage awards and rankings processes from start to finish
• Conduct research and competitive analysis
• Identify and secure external speaking opportunities for executives
• Build and maintain relationships with reporters
• Work with Control partners to follow and develop appropriate controls and processes
• Create thorough media briefings
• Draft press releases, pitches and talking points
• Maintain media trackers

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills:

• 3+ years of experience in media relations
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex financial concepts in a clear and concise manner
• Ability to handle multiple projects at once, manage various deadlines and adapt quickly to changes
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines
• Ability to work both independently, as well as collaboratively and effectively, in a group setting and communicate both verbally and in writing
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail is a must
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively across teams
• Experience with financial services sector a plus and interest in wealth management industry
• Bachelor's degree required