Media Relations Lead for Investment Banking and Capital Markets

Job Description:Job Title Media Relations Lead for Investment Banking and Capital MarketsLocation LondonCorporate Title DirectorWe are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Media Relations Lead to oversee communications for our Investment Banking and Capital Markets (IBCM) business in the UK.This is a high-profile role responsible for developing and executing strategic media programmes that enhance the firm's reputation, support business objectives, and position the organisation and its senior leaders as trusted voices in the market.Working closely with senior bankers including business leadership, and communications colleagues across the firm, the successful candidate will manage proactive and reactive media engagement across a broad range of topics, including corporate finance, M&A, debt and equity capital markets, financing solutions, sustainability, market trends, and major client transactions.What we’ll offer youA healthy, engaged and well-supported workforce are better equipped to do their best work and, more importantly, enjoy their lives inside and outside the workplace. That’s why we are committed to providing an environment with your development and wellbeing at its centre.You can expect:Hybrid Working - we understand that employee expectations and preferences are changing. We have implemented a model that enables eligible employees to work remotely for a part of their working time and reach a working pattern that works for themCompetitive salary and non-contributory pension30 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase additional daysLife Assurance and Private Healthcare for you and your familyA range of flexible benefits including Retail Discounts, a Bike4Work scheme and Gym benefitsThe opportunity to support a wide ranging CSR programme + 2 days’ volunteering leave per yearYour key responsibilitiesHandle media enquiries around IBCM transactionsDevelop and deliver media relations strategies supporting the global and UK Investment Banking and Capital Markets franchise.Build and maintain strong relationships with key financial, business, and national media.Identify and secure high-quality media opportunities for senior executives and subject matter experts.Lead communications planning for major transactions, strategic initiatives, and market announcements.Draft and review press releases, statements, media briefings, Q&As, opinion pieces, and executive messaging .Your skills and experienceSolid experience in media relations for investment banking clients.Established network of media contactsProactive approach to workAbility to work under tight deadlines, and respond to media enquiries outside 9-5 normal working hoursGood interpersonal skills and ability to work in a teamProven ability to manage internal stakeholders with complex requirementsProven ability to leverage AI tools to enhance productivity, optimise workflows to solve business problems, while applying critical judgment to ensure responsible and ethical use of data and AI outputsHow we’ll support youTraining and development to help you excel in your careerFlexible working to assist you balance your personal prioritiesCoaching and support from experts in your teamA range of flexible benefits that you can tailor to suit your needsWe value diversity and as an equal opportunities’ employer, we make reasonable adjustments for those with a disability such as the provision of assistive equipment if required (e.g. screen readers, assistive hearing devices, adapted keyboards)About usDeutsche Bank is the leading German bank with strong European roots and a global network. Click here to see what we do.Deutsche Bank in the UK is proud to be named in The Times Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality and has been awarded a Gold Award from Stonewall and named in their Top 100 Employers .If you have a disability, health condition, or require any adjustments during the application process, we encourage you to contact our Adjustments Concierge on to discuss.We strive for a culture in which we are empowered to excel together every day. This includes acting responsibly, thinking commercially, taking initiative and working collaboratively.Together we share and celebrate the successes of our people. Together we are Deutsche Bank Group.We welcome applications from all people and promote a positive, fair and inclusive work environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr