Policy & Advocacy Media Relations Vice President

The world-class Corporate Communications team at JPMorganChase is seeking an experienced public affairs communications professional to design media engagement strategies to advocate for U.S. public policies that will grow the economy, promote free enterprise, and support the financial needs of consumers, businesses and communities. 

As the Policy & Advocacy Media Relations Vice President within the Policy and Advocacy Communications team, you will collaborate with the Global Government Relations team, encompassing Federal Government Relations, State Government Relations, and Regulatory Affairs. You will act as an on-the-record spokesperson for the firm, fostering and sustaining relationships with media and opinion leaders who focus on financial services policy issues in the U.S. Additionally, you will coordinate with trade associations that advocate for the industry’s interests in Washington, D.C., and state legislatures nationwide.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide media engagement recommendations to support issue advocacy.
• Engage directly with press on- and off- the record; engage in crisis communications planning and response.
• Cultivate meaningful relationships with a broad array of reporters, editors, opinion columnists, and producers across the evolving media landscape.
• Draft official, public-facing materials in response to key public policy issues.
• Identify opportunities in the media that allow us to share our story and shape key policy debates.
• Support messaging and content development to inform and engage elected officials, non-profit organizations and other issue-specific experts.
• Prepare senior executives for public appearances related to public policy.
• Track and analyze public conversations around issues to inform communications and advocacy strategy.
• Partner closely with functions across the firm to ensure alignment of messaging and strategy.

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, And Skills:

• 7+ years of experience in public affairs, issue advocacy, or political campaigns; Financial services industry experience 
• Ability to develop creative pitches and effectively tell stories through the press.
• On-the-record experience managing high-profile policy debates in the press. 
• Excellent crisis communications skills and ability to demonstrate leadership through chaos.
• Experience in providing counsel to senior executives or public-facing officials.
• Excellent writing skills and ability to develop talking points for internal and external audiences and exceptional interpersonal skills.
• Fluency across social media and alternative media channels with a proven ability to tap them to protect reputation and advocate for policy priorities.
• Well-developed strategy and planning skills and experience leading public positioning in the press.
• Superior judgment, with ethics of the highest caliber.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize high volume, high priority initiatives.
• Ability to tackle new initiatives and projects with energy, eagerness and creativity; a proactive, self-starter who can work independently and of a larger team.

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, And Skills:

• Financial services industry experience with a focus on financial services regulatory and legislative issues

JPMorganChase, one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world’s most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.

We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location. Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process. 

We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants’ and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.

JPMorgan Chase & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans