5-7 years of communications or public relations experience in financial markets
Strong understanding of exchanges, clearing, and derivatives trading
Excellent writing skills for complex financial topics
Established relationships with financial media
Creative instincts and sound judgment in communications
Ability to build trust with executives and teams
Proven track record of independent project ownership
Responsibilities
Own and develop Kalshi's institutional communications strategy
Build and maintain relationships with key financial reporters
Proactively pitch stories to enhance Kalshi's visibility
Write press releases, media pitches, and other communications materials
Collaborate with the institutional team to create compelling narratives
Partner with an agency for campaign development and outreach
Utilize feedback to refine messaging and communication strategies
Benefits
Equity options in addition to salary
Flexible work environment with minimal hierarchy
Opportunities for professional growth and development
Collaborative team culture
Access to industry-leading resources and networks
Full Job Description
Role Roadmap
We are looking for someone to own institutional communications as Kalshi expands its presence with institutional investors.
You'll develop our communications strategy, build relationships with financial and industry reporters, and drive media coverage alongside our institutional team and agency. We're looking for a strong writer who understands exchanges, clearing, or derivatives trading and brings creative ideas, sound judgment, and the drive to own strategy through execution.
What You'll Do
Own Kalshi's institutional communications strategy, identifying the audiences, outlets, and stories that matter most
Build relationships with reporters covering institutional markets, derivatives, exchanges, clearing, and trading
Proactively pitch stories that build Kalshi's visibility and credibility with institutional audiences
Write press releases, media pitches, executive talking points, bylines, and other communications materials
Work closely with our institutional team to turn business developments and complex market topics into compelling stories
Partner with our agency to develop campaigns, coordinate outreach, and secure meaningful coverage
Use feedback from reporters and institutional audiences to sharpen our messaging and approach
What We're Looking For
Based in New York City
Mid-level communications or public relations experience in exchanges, clearing, trading, or financial market infrastructure, either in-house or at an agency
Strong understanding of financial markets and derivatives trading
Excellent writing skills and the ability to make complex financial topics clear and compelling
Strong financial media relationships and a track record of securing coverage
Creative instincts, thoughtful judgment, and the confidence to challenge conventional approaches to financial communications
The ability to build trust with executives, colleagues, reporters, and agency teams
A willingness to take responsibility and independently own work from strategy through execution
Bonus Points
Experience building a communications program for a new business or audience
Experience developing executive thought leadership and securing coverage in both institutional trade publications and broader financial media
Familiarity with prediction markets and their applications for institutional participants
NYC Pay Transparency Disclosure
Salary Range: $130,000 to $220,000 annually, plus equity and benefits. This range reflects current market data for this role. Kalshi has minimal hierarchy and broad variance in experience levels within each title; if your compensation expectations exceed this range, we encourage you to reach out - we're always happy to discuss.
About Kalshi
Kalshi is a financial services company that offers a platform for trading on the outcome of events. The company was founded in 2020 by Tarek Mansour and Luana Lopes Lara. Kalshi is headquartered in New York City and is regulated by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC). The platform allows users to trade on the outcome of events such as elections, sports games, and other events. Kalshi aims to provide a transparent and fair trading experience for its users.
