Communications Manager, Brokerage

Company:  Robinhood
Location: Menlo Park
Closing Date: 07/11/2024
Hours: Full Time
Type: Permanent
Job Requirements / Description
Join a leading fintech company that's democratizing finance for all.
Robinhood Markets was founded on a simple idea: that our financial markets should be accessible to all. With customers at the heart of our decisions, Robinhood and its subsidiaries and affiliates are lowering barriers and providing greater access to financial information. Together, we are building products and services that help create a financial system everyone can participate in.
With growth as the top priority...
The business is seeking curious, growth-minded thinkers to help shape our vision, structures and systems; playing a key-role as we launch into our ambitious future. If you're invigorated by our mission, values, and drive to change the world - we'd love to have you apply.
About the team + role
The Robinhood comms team is on a mission to drive the conversations that define Robinhood for the world. The Product Communications team supports the launch and promotion of new features and services, while actively defending Robinhood's public story and image.
Robinhood is hiring a communications manager to deliver exceptional media results focused on our brokerage technology, services, and products.You'll help craft the media narrative behind our core products and technology across Robinhood Financial, and beyond. You'll be adept at bringing colleagues together across product, marketing, and brand to capture the imagination of customers and drive awareness and participation. You'll explore innovative ways to tell our story through tech, business, and financial press, finding new ways to reach people, help them see themselves as investors, and understand Robinhood's suite of products and services. This role reports to our Head of Product Communications.
The role is located in the office location(s) listed on this job description which will align with our in-office working environment. Please connect with your recruiter for more information regarding our in-office philosophy and expectations.
What you'll do
Join the team responsible for driving conversations with media and amplifying the Robinhood narrative through products and services. You will:
  • Work cross-functionally to develop PR strategies that amplify integrated campaigns with Product Marketing, Brand Marketing, and other teams
  • Develop and execute PR strategies for product launches that build on the Robinhood brand narrative
  • Manage proactive news engine across all media verticals and reactive inbound media inquiries
  • Coordinate press briefings, media tours and events, and create press materials including blog posts, media pitches, FAQs and fact sheets
  • Work closely with Compliance and Legal regarding all aspects of your role
What you bring
  • 8+ years of direct experience in public relations and communications
  • A track record of launching products to tech, finance and business media, and building close relationships with press
  • Product PR experience such as developing campaigns, launching new products and services, managing product reviews, and building media strategies
  • Crisis management experience and proven ability to earn trust with key internal stakeholders
  • Agency management experience
Bonus points:
  • Experience building easy-to-understand narratives from complex technical matters
  • Deep understanding of new media and influencers
  • Experience working on high profile brands
  • Experience working internationally across time zones
What we offer
  • Market competitive and pay equity-focused compensation structure
  • 100% paid health insurance for employees with 90% coverage for dependents
  • Annual lifestyle wallet for personal wellness, learning and development, and more!
  • Lifetime maximum benefit for family forming and fertility benefits
  • Dedicated mental health support for employees and eligible dependents
  • Generous time away including company holidays, paid time off, sick time, parental leave, and more!
  • Lively office environment with catered meals, fully stocked kitchens, and geo-specific commuter benefits

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Base pay for the successful applicant will depend on a variety of job-related factors, which may include education, training, experience, location, business needs, or market demands. The expected salary range for this role is based on the location where the work will be performed and is aligned to one of 3 compensation zones. This role is also eligible to participate in a Robinhood bonus plan and Robinhood's equity plan. For other locations not listed, compensation can be discussed with your recruiter during the interview process.
Zone 1 (Menlo Park, CA; New York, NY; Bellevue, WA; Washington, DC)
$170,000-$200,000 USD
Zone 2 (Denver, CO; Westlake, TX; Chicago, IL)
$150,000-$176,000 USD
Zone 3 (Lake Mary, FL)
$133,000-$156,000 USD
Click here to learn more about available Benefits, which vary by region and Robinhood entity.
We're looking for more growth-minded and collaborative people to be a part of our journey in democratizing finance for all. If you're ready to give 100% in helping us achieve our mission-we'd love to have you apply even if you feel unsure about whether you meet every single requirement in this posting. At Robinhood, we're looking for people invigorated by our mission, values, and drive to change the world, not just those who simply check off all the boxes.
Robinhood embraces a diversity of backgrounds and experiences and provides equal opportunity for all applicants and employees. We are dedicated to building a company that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work (and work environment) will be for everyone. Additionally, Robinhood provides reasonable accommodations for candidates on request and respects applicants' privacy rights. Please review the specific Robinhood Privacy Policy applicable to the country where you are applying.
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