Senior External Communications Manager

UMB Financial Corporation

Base: $83,200.00 - $178,800.00; bonus/equity: annu...
Hybrid
10+ years media relations experience
3+ years agency or vendor management
Strategic external communications planning
This role is responsible for developing and executing integrated external communications plans that align with business objectives and position UMB as a trusted financial services leader

Job Summary

  • This role is responsible for developing and executing integrated external communications plans that align with business objectives and position UMB as a trusted financial services leader.
  • The successful candidate will serve as a strategic communication advisor to internal stakeholders, including executives, across the organization while managing media relationships and content creation.
  • UMB offers competitive benefits including paid time off, a 401(k) matching program, annual incentive pay, and comprehensive health insurance coverage.

Matching Summary

This role is responsible for developing and executing integrated external communications plans that align with business objectives and position UMB as a trusted financial services leader.

Salary

Base: $83,200.00 - $178,800.00; Bonus/Equity: Annual incentive pay mentioned; Benefits: Paid Time Off, 401(k) match, health/dental/vision, tuition reimbursement

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 10+ years media relations experience
  • 3+ years agency or vendor management
  • Strategic external communications planning
  • Executive spokesperson preparation
  • ESG report production oversight

Nice-to-have

  • Strong problem-solving under tight deadlines
  • Ability to counsel C-suite executives
  • Experience with hybrid or remote work
  • Proven track record securing media placements

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communication, or Journalism
  • 10+ years of media relations experience
  • 3+ years agency experience or PR agency management

Work Rights

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