Regional Communications Associate

JPMorgan Chase's Regional Communications Team is seeking a communications professional with experience in public relations or journalism. JPMorgan Chase is expanding throughout the Southeast and we need additional help telling our story about our growth and impact in our local communities.As an Regional Communications Associate within JPMorgan Chase U.S. regional team, you will play a crucial role in supporting JPMorgan Chase's different businesses and corporate responsibility at the local level in the Georgia, Florida, North Carolina and South Carolina. You will work with the Regional Communications lead for these states and support senior staff to develop and execute multifaceted communications strategies.Job responsibilities:

Managing holistic public relations campaigns across traditional, social, and digital media and serve as a media spokesperson

Supporting senior staff to develop and maintain media relationships with relevant national, trade and local media

Support the development of talking points and key messages for the business and our spokespeople.

Support the development of content on an as-needed basis, e.g. media pitches, press releases, articles, social media posts etc.

Identify opportunities to use the firm's award-winning economy, technology and financial market research with media; brainstorm new topics and themes to create new thought leadership content and placements.

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills:

3+ years of local news experience or media relations experience at an agency or in-house; Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, or related discipline

Excellent writing skills

Ability to identify, tell and share great stories

Strong executive presence and ability to advise and work with senior management

Fluency across social media and other communications channels, with a proven ability to tap them to protect reputation and promote the brand

Excellent judgment and ability to handle sensitive issues, particularly pertaining to media.

Ability to partner across a large, matrixed organization, with an understanding of how to lead by influence, not control

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail; ability to multitask and prioritize high volume, high priority initiatives.

Comfortable working in fast-paced environment with tight deadlines.

Strong analytical and critical thinking skills; ability and eagerness to take a creative approach to problem solving.

Bilingual in English and Spanish

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills:

Experience using PowerPoint, Excel, Zignal and similar communications software

Strong understanding of the media landscape and existing relationships with national, trade and local media are preferred

JPMorgan Chase & Co., 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. For those in eligible roles, we offer discretionary incentive compensation which may be awarded in recognition of firm performance and 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 is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans