About the role

Serve as a trusted advisor to Boards and C-suites, guiding them through earnings cycles, investor days, material announcements, M&A, public listings, shareholder activism, and other transformative events.
Shape and deliver high-impact investor narratives that resonate with analysts, investors, and the market.
Lead and mentor account teams to consistently deliver high-quality work and deepen client relationships.
Drive new business development in fintech and adjacent financial services sectors, leveraging your deep network to win marquee accounts.
Collaborate across Edelman’s global network to identify new opportunities and deliver best-in-class solutions.
Complement Edelman Smithfield’s thought leadership presence through content, events, and speaking engagements.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field from an accredited college or university is required, MBA or CFA a plus
Minimum of 15+ years of relevant experience in financial communications
12+ years of capital markets experience sell-side, buy-side, in-house IR, or advisory, plus a proven record of strategic counsel to senior executives.
Deep fintech and broader financial services knowledge, with connections across corporates, private equity/VC, bankers, and advisors.
Entrepreneurial mindset and track record of building business from the ground up.
Expertise in building and leading high-performing teams across multiple disciplines and regions.
Exceptional communication skills, both in shaping market-moving narratives and in navigating high-stakes conversations.
Experience fostering inclusive team environments and practices.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth, opportunity-rich environment.