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Brokerage Communications Manager

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Robinhood

Robinhood

1,001-5,000 employees

Commission-free trading platform for investments

Fintech
Crypto & Web3
Financial Services
Real Estate

Compensation Overview

$133k - $200kAnnually

+ Bonus + Equity Plan

Senior, Expert

Washington, DC, USA + 4 more

Category
PR & Communications
Growth & Marketing
Required Skills
Marketing
Requirements
  • 8+ years of direct experience in public relations and communications
  • A track record of launching products to tech, finance and business media, and building close relationships with press
  • Product PR experience such as developing campaigns, launching new products and services, managing product reviews, and building media strategies
  • Crisis management experience and proven ability to earn trust with key internal stakeholders
  • Agency management experience
Responsibilities
  • Work cross-functionally to develop PR strategies that amplify integrated campaigns with Product Marketing, Brand Marketing, and other teams
  • Develop and execute PR strategies for product launches that build on the Robinhood brand narrative
  • Manage proactive news engine across all media verticals and reactive inbound media inquiries
  • Coordinate press briefings, media tours and events, and create press materials including blog posts, media pitches, FAQs and fact sheets
  • Work closely with Compliance and Legal regarding all aspects of your role

Robinhood offers a platform for trading stocks, options, ETFs, and cryptocurrencies, aiming to make investing accessible and affordable for everyone. Users can trade without paying traditional fees and can invest in fractional shares, allowing them to buy portions of expensive stocks. The company generates revenue through a premium subscription service, interest on uninvested cash, and rebates from trading venues. Robinhood's goal is to empower individuals to take control of their financial futures with a user-friendly trading experience.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$7.4B

Headquarters

Menlo Park, California

Founded

2013

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

2%

1 year growth

6%

2 year growth

-8%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Robinhood's expansion into new markets like Hawaii and U.S. territories indicates strong growth potential and increased user base.
  • The acquisition of Pluto and integration of AI capabilities can provide users with advanced, personalized investment insights, enhancing user experience and retention.
  • Offering IPO access democratizes investment opportunities, allowing retail investors to participate in early-stage investments traditionally reserved for institutional investors.

What critics are saying

  • The highly competitive fintech market means Robinhood must continuously innovate to maintain its edge over rivals like E*TRADE and Charles Schwab.
  • Regulatory scrutiny and changes, such as those seen in Hawaii, can impact Robinhood's operations and expansion plans.

What makes Robinhood unique

  • Robinhood's commission-free trading model disrupts traditional brokerage firms by eliminating fees, making investing accessible to a broader audience.
  • The introduction of fractional shares allows users to invest in high-value stocks with minimal capital, a feature not commonly offered by traditional brokers.
  • Robinhood's recent acquisition of Pluto enhances its platform with AI-driven personalized investment strategies, setting it apart from competitors.

Benefits

Well-being - Premium medical, dental, and vision insurance

Family & home life - Parental leave, personal prosperity benefits

Comfort & care - Flexible work from home / office balance, health & wellness stipend

Office life - Catered meals and fully stocked kitchen, commuter benefits

Growth - Education and training, community events, career mentorships