Director of Communications at Vise in Remote

Vise is an artificial intelligence-driven asset management platform, built and designed specifically for the Financial Advisor of the future. We are transforming the financial industry by bringing the power of AI and machine learning to automate investment management for financial advisors and build fully customized portfolios backed by portfolio intelligence. Located in New York, we are a well-funded Series B stage startup, backed by Sequoia, Founders Fund and Bling Capital. We are working in one of the largest industries in the world, with customers who are hungry for modern tools and technology that will help them win. Come join us!

The Director of Communications will be responsible for managing both internal and external communications for Vise. You will help develop the narrative of the business as well as helping to maintain a positive external view of the business. You’ll also build and maintain relationships with relevant industry writers and contacts, to take advantage of any opportunities for exposure of the business.

Our office is located in One World Trade in NYC. We are remote-optional until March 31, 2021 and continuing to monitor Covid-19 trends.

What you will own

Develop strategic communications plan

Manage all incoming media inquiries

Keep track of industry lists/awards and submit on behalf of Vise

Partner with existing communications advisors on strategy and media connectivity

Draft press releases (product, partners, company milestones)

Build and maintain relationships with writers and media contacts

Work with conference organizers to ensure involvement with Vise executives

Drive corporate strategy and message development, pitch and announcement strategies

Develop and drive internal communications strategies

What you will bring on Day 1

3+ years experience in public relations; financial services industry experience and/or tech

Stellar written and verbal communication skills and a proven track record in integrated communications

Experience collaborating with sales, partnership, compliance, and other senior executives

Relationships with consumer and financial press

Strong network of contacts, specifically at financial, tech and business media outlets with proven track record of media placement

An understanding of how to leverage content strategies to drive awareness

A passion for being a part of high-performing teams with a strong bias for action

Vise celebrates and embraces diversity and is committed to building a team that represents a variety of experiences, backgrounds, and skills. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.