Head of Communications @ PJT Partners

PJT Partners is a global advisory-focused investment bank. Our team of senior professionals delivers a wide array of strategic advisory, shareholder advisory, restructuring and special situations and private fund advisory and placement services to corporations, financial sponsors, institutional investors and governments around the world. We offer a unique portfolio of advisory services designed to help our clients achieve their strategic objectives. We also provide, through PJT Park Hill, private fund advisory and fundraising services for alternative investment managers, including private equity funds, real estate funds and hedge funds.

From the beginning, PJT Partners has firmly believed that having the best people is key to building an enduring franchise. Our perspective was, and remains, that a great team brings in both top tier clients and appeals to a wide-range of diverse, talented colleagues. Fostering an inclusive culture, which welcomes differing perspectives and beliefs, enables us to provide the best advice and insights to our clients.

To learn more about PJT Partners, please visit our website at www.pjtpartners.com.

Responsibilities:

The Head of Communications will lead the development and execution of a cohesive strategic communications plan that aligns with PJT Partners’ business goals.

Responsibilities include:

Developing and implementing a global communications strategy that enhances PJT’s brand and market position;
Overseeing all global internal and external communications, including press releases, media relations and corporate communications;
Managing media inquiries and public statements;
Collaborating with senior leadership to develop and disseminate key messages to stakeholders, including clients, investors and employees;
Developing an executive communications plan for key firm leaders;
Monitoring industry trends, market dynamics and emerging issues to proactively manage the firm’s reputation;
Cultivating and maintaining strong relationships with key media contacts and industry influencers;
Overseeing the creation and distribution of content across multiple channels, including the company website, social media and marketing materials;
Ensuring all communications are consistent with PJT’s brand voice and strategic objectives;
Measuring and reporting on the effectiveness of communications strategies and initiatives;
Managing external partners

Qualifications:

PJT Partners seeks to hire individuals who are highly motivated, intelligent and have demonstrated excellence in prior endeavors. The ideal candidate will possess outstanding leadership skills, a global perspective and the ability to craft compelling narratives for a diverse set of internal and external audiences, and should have extensive experience in communications, public relations and media relations within the financial services industry.

In addition, qualified candidates will possess the following:

Meaningful experience in communications, with experience in a professional services firm a plus;
Deep understanding of financial markets;
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills;
Proven experience in developing and executing successful global communications strategies;
Strong media relations skills and an extensive network of industry contacts;
Experience with crisis communications and reputation management;
Proficiency in digital communications and social media platforms;
Strong analytical skills and the ability to leverage data to inform decision-making;
Experience of scaling a team and an entrepreneurial mindset;
Bachelor’s degree

Expected annualized base salary of $175,000 to $200,000.

This range represents the low and high ends of the expected annualized base salary for this position. The specific base salary received by any employee will be informed by a number of factors, including but not limited to, role level and scope, location, candidate’s relevant qualifications, skills and experience.

Base salary is one component of PJT Partners’ compensation structure. In addition to base salary, PJT Partners’ compensation structure may include additional rewards, incentives and benefits, including but not limited to, a discretionary bonus component.

PJT is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of, and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, marital or partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity expression, disability, medical condition, genetic information or predisposition, veteran or military status, status as a victim of domestic violence, a sex offense or stalking, or any other category protected by law. PJT Partners also complies with all applicable laws with regard to providing reasonable accommodation of disabilities to applicants. For more information or to request an accommodation, please contact Human Resources.

California Applicants: PJT Partners will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records in a manner consistent with applicable law including, but not limited to, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and/or Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

Applicant Privacy Notice:

View our Applicant Privacy Notice https://info.pjtpartners.com/PJT_Global_Applicant_Privacy_Notice here. If you are a California resident, please refer to our California Applicant Privacy Notice https://info.pjtpartners.com/California_Applicant_Privacy_Notice for further information.

*In order to be considered, please ensure your resume/CV is submitted in PDF format.

Compensation Overview

Responsibilities:

Qualifications:

Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

What critics are saying

What makes PJT Partners unique