Director, External Communications

Job description

- Develop and execute proactive media strategies that elevate Cantor Fitzgerald’s business profile across financial, business, and market-focused outlets - Managing communications across a wide range of topics, including new products/services, business initiatives, new hires, philanthropic initiatives, etc. to support the firm’s reputation, employee engagement objectives, culture and business goals - Serve as a primary point of contact for top-tier media, managing inbound inquiries and driving outbound storytelling - Prepare executives for public appearances with concise, market-ready talking points and briefing materials - Support communications around sensitive issues and reputational matters in close coordination with internal partners - Develop media strategies that highlight market insights, firm perspectives, and executive thought leadership - Supporting media monitoring, measurement and analyzing the firm's coverage and activities - Bachelor's degree, preferably in Business, Marketing, or Communications - 10+ years of experience in public relations/corporate communications, with demonstrated success in media relations, ideally within financial services or capital markets - E...