Job Description
Private Markets Media Relations Lead
Who We’re Looking For
We are seeking an experienced and proactive Private Markets Media Relations Lead to shape and deliver the media relations strategy for Schroders Capital’s private markets business. This high-impact, strategic role will require you to develop, implement and oversee a focused programme of external communications for our priority asset classes - including real estate, private equity, private debt, and infrastructure - ensuring that our reputation is enhanced and our profile is raised across key markets.
You will serve as the dedicated media relations expert for private markets, forging strong relationships with senior internal stakeholders and the media. Acting as a trusted adviser, you will coordinate messaging, develop compelling narratives and work with our UK based media agency, as well as our Comms leads in the regions who have oversight of our international agency network. Your ability to deliver clear and effective media strategies will support the achievement of Schroders Capital’s goals across a global audience.
This is an outstanding opportunity to apply your expertise in media relations to a critical and visible area of our business, where you can play a pivotal role in supporting Schroders Capital's continued growth and reputation within private markets.
About Schroders
We’re a global investment manager. We help institutions, intermediaries and individuals around the world invest money to meet their goals, fulfil their ambitions, and prepare for the future.
We have around 6,000 people on six continents. And we’ve been around for over 200 years but keep adapting as society and technology changes. What doesn’t change is our commitment to helping our clients, and society, prosper.
The base
We moved into our new HQ in the City of London in 2018. We’re close to our clients, in the heart of the UK’s financial centre and we have everything we need to work flexibly.
The team
You’ll be part of both the central Media Relations team and the Schroders Capital Marketing function, reporting to the Schroders UK-based Head of Media Relations and working with Comms representatives across the Group. You will have a manager-level direct report.
What You'll Do
* Formulate and oversee the execution of Schroders Capital’s private markets media relations strategy across our priority asset classes: real estate; private equity; private debt; and infrastructure
* Shape and support the delivery of Schroders Capital’s private markets strategy at a global level by liaising closely with our Schroders Capital marketing lead, content leaders, international agency network, regional communications leaders and key internal stakeholders
* Seamlessly integrate across both the central Media Relations team and the Schroders Capital Marketing function to ensure synchronisation and exceptional delivery for all stakeholders
* Manage our principal private markets focused PR agencies; set objectives, strategy and KPIs and ensuring agency is focused on brief
* Identify relevant media opportunities and outlets in new growth areas, such as industry podcasts
* Act as a trusted adviser within Schroders Capital and across the broader Schroders Group when required
* Build and strengthen relationships both with Schroders Capital’s senior internal stakeholders and key media publications
* Be continuously aware of potential reputational issues or challenges that may require comms planning and support across not only Schroders Capital but the broader group
* Draft, edit and collaborate with senior stakeholders spanning investment teams, business leaders, distribution, compliance and legal to prepare press materials
* Support internal reporting and audit requirements, with a particular focus on demonstrating the value of PR being delivered
The Knowledge, Experience And Qualifications You Need
* Bachelor’s degree required
* At least 8-10 years of media relations experience, preferably in-house for a period, with specific knowledge of private markets
* Experience managing PR agencies, setting objectives, strategy and KPIs and ensuring agency is focused on brief
* Ability to identify news hooks and media angles
* Fantastic press contacts in the private markets space and willingness to regularly network and build contact book
* Passionate about news, asset management and business; plugged into the daily business and investment news cycle
* Keen eye for detail and laser-sharp focus on accuracy
* Strong writing and analytical skills
* Excellent communications skills and ability to liaise with a broad cross-section of stakeholders
We Recognise Potential, Whoever You Are
Our purpose is to provide excellent investment performance to clients through active management. Diversity of thought, facilitated by an inclusive culture, will allow us to make better decisions and better achieve our purpose. This is why inclusion and diversity are a strategic priority for us and why we are an equal opportunities employer. You are welcome here, regardless of your age, disability, gender identity, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, socio-economic background, or any other protected characteristic.
About Us
We're a global investment manager. We help institutions, intermediaries and individuals around the world invest money to meet their goals, fulfil their ambitions, and prepare for the future.
We have around 6,000 people on six continents. And we've been around for over 200 years, but keep adapting as society and technology changes. What doesn't change is our commitment to helping our clients, and society, prosper.