Communications - Associate Director - Remote

Overview

Kroll Bond Rating Agency (KBRA) is seeking an experienced Associate Director-level individual to join our dynamic Marketing and Communications team. This role focuses on developing and implementing the company’s media-relations efforts in Europe and the UK while supporting KBRA’s global media strategy.

In Short

• Develop and implement media-relations strategies.
• Enhance KBRA’s visibility in European media.
• Build relationships with key media contacts.
• Monitor and evaluate media interactions and campaigns.
• Prepare reports on media coverage and interactions.
• Collaborate with various departments for effective media strategies.
• Manage media interviews and protect the firm’s reputation.
• Travel up to 10% for media events.
• Work in a hybrid environment with office presence required.
• Participate in educational and professional development.

Requirements

• 4 to 10 years of experience in journalism, communications, or public relations.
• Strong communication skills with excellent writing abilities.
• Background in Fixed Income, Private Credit, or Structured Finance.
• Strong social media content creation skills.
• Excellent time management and multitasking abilities.
• Attention to detail is critical.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Benefits

• Flexible hybrid work schedule.
• Competitive benefits and paid time off.
• Paid family and disability leave.
• Pension plan.
• Financial assistance for professional development.
• Employee referral bonus program.
• Cell phone provided.