Vice President, Communications (FinTech clients)

Edelman Smithfield is a global financial communications firm with the power and scope of Edelman, the world’s largest integrated communications company. We specialize in financial markets and strategic situations, serving clients in the United States, Canada, EMEA, APAC, and beyond. Edelman Smithfield offers a deep and talented bench of approximately 250 financial market specialists across more than 25 cities and 15 countries.

Edelman Smithfield advises senior leaders and management teams navigating complex matters that impact reputation and valuation and has deep expertise in serving and communicating to the financial markets.

We are in relentless pursuit of an equitable and inspiring workplace that is respectful of all, reflects and represents the world in which we live, and fosters trust, collaboration and belonging.Consistent with this approach, we hire the best qualified candidates for all positions.

Overview

Edelman Smithfield is seeking a Vice President to lead accounts, teams, and projects for a portfolio of clients at the intersection of finance and technology. This portfolio could include fintech innovators, blockchain and digital asset companies, payments providers, emerging technology firms, venture capital and private equity investors, or established financial institutions navigating digital transformation.

The ideal candidate will bring a deep understanding of how emerging technologies—from artificial intelligence to decentralized finance—are reshaping capital markets, financial services, and the broader economy. They must be comfortable providing strategic counsel to senior executives, particularly within fintech, crypto, venture, and other forward-looking segments of the financial ecosystem.

In addition, the role requires strong media relations expertise, preferably with top-tier business and technology publications, and the ability to craft compelling narratives that position clients as leaders in the rapidly evolving fintech and digital assets landscape.

Responsibilities

Lead client accounts and assignments, effectively drawing from relevant Edelman teams and resources to deliver best-in-class service

Lead and / or contribute to pitches and new business efforts focused on financial communications opportunities or integrated assignments

Lead marketing and prospecting efforts to identify new opportunities, including developing new thought leadership and IP

Serve as relationship lead for client-side executives, as well as clients who manage communications and marketing functions

Collaborate with Edelman Smithfield and Edelman colleagues across offices to identify ways to bring financial communications services to Edelman clients

Ensure account teams are proactive and highly responsive to client needs, anticipating upcoming deliverables and taking accountability for proper execution

Ensure junior staff is trained, supportive of team efforts and paying sufficient attention to detail

Collaborate with Edelman Smithfield colleagues in the US and globally to further develop and grow the global practice

Build awareness of Edelman Smithfield with potential referral sources

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in political science, business, journalism, public policy, communications, or a related field.

8+ years of experience in strategic and financial communications

Preferred Qualifications

Prior experience in an agency environment

Proven ability to help companies communicate effectively with financial, business, and broader stakeholder audiences

Strong comfort level counseling senior executives on strategic communications across a range of industries and sectors

Demonstrated media relations experience, including existing relationships with top-tier business, financial, and / or technology journalists

Experience managing high-intensity corporate assignments such as transactions, crises, and reputation-building initiatives

Ability to contribute to new business development and marketing, with a track record of identifying and winning opportunities

Experience training and mentoring talent, and developing innovative offerings that deliver client value

Exceptional writing, presentation, and analytical skills adaptable to multiple client contexts

Highly organized, proactive, and self-motivated, with the ability to anticipate upcoming client projects and deliverables

Excellent interpersonal and verbal communication skills, with a strong commitment to client service

Salary : $133,000 - $178,000 a year

An employee’s pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, travel requirements, revenue-based metrics, any contractual agreements, and business or organizational needs. The range listed is just one component of DJEH’s total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, a Paid Time Off policy, and region-specific benefits.

DJEH offers a wide range of benefits : medical and dental insurance, vision, 401K, life insurance, disability insurance, paid time off, travel assistance and wellness programing.

DJEH is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and believes in diversity, equity, and inclusion. We seek applications from all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, physical or mental disability, military and veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. If you require a reasonable accommodation in any part of the employment process, please let us know.

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