Corporate Communications Specialist, CMC Markets

• 4–6 years’ experience in corporate communications or PR (agency or in‑house), ideally in financial services, fintech, or other regulated industries
• A strategic storyteller who thrives in transformation and high‑growth environments, linking corporate strategy to clear market and internal narratives
• Strong media relations experience in the UK and a proven ability to secure quality coverage
• Exceptional writing and editing skills, with a knack for simplifying complex topics into engaging narratives
• Confident stakeholder manager who collaborates effectively with senior leaders and cross‑functional teams
• Excellent planning and project management skills across multiple priorities and deadlines
• Experience preparing executives for media and speaking opportunities and elevating their voice on owned channels
• Familiarity with issues, crisis communications, and reputation management
• Comfortable using analytics and insights to measure impact and continuously optimise communication effectiveness

Desirable

• CMC Markets is opening up the financial markets for everyone. We’re evolving toward a unified global CMC brand and a single, multi‑asset experience that makes it easier to trade and invest with confidence. We combine innovation, collaboration, and measurable impact to drive step‑change visibility and sustainable growth
• We’re looking for a mid‑level Corporate Communications Specialist to help shape and tell CMC’s story
• Working within Marketing and closely with the Executive team, you’ll translate business strategy and go‑to‑market priorities into clear, compelling narratives for media, investors, partners—and most importantly—our people
• You’ll be a champion for the global CMC brand, connecting brand and product stories, and helping colleagues feel part of an exciting period of growth and evolution
• Set and steward the CMC narrative: champion a clear global brand story that connects brand, product, and customer experience across regions and business lines
• Plan and deliver integrated communications: design and execute campaigns across earned, owned, and social channels that build reputation, strengthen culture, and drive commercial outcomes
• Scale CMC’s visibility: develop compelling story angles, build relationships with tier‑1 UK business and finance media, and run an always‑on press office and proactive thought leadership programme
• Executive visibility & thought leadership: elevate leaders through op‑eds, speeches, LinkedIn content, interviews, and internal platforms such as townhalls and all‑hands sessions
• Internal communications & engagement: craft engaging messages, campaigns, and leader updates that help teams navigate change, celebrate success, and feel connected to our purpose and values
• High‑impact announcements: plan and deliver communications for product launches, partnerships, and corporate milestones, from press releases to web and social storytelling
• Storytelling & content creation: uncover data‑led and client‑led stories, and turn complex topics into simple, engaging messages tailored to traders, investors, and new audiences
• Issues & reputation management: maintain clear playbooks and escalation paths; partner with Legal, Compliance, and Risk to manage sensitive or emerging topics
• Measurement & insight: track external coverage, share of voice, and message pull‑through—alongside employee engagement metrics—to continuously refine impact and strengthen both brand and culture
• Agency & partner management: brief, manage, and align agencies and partners to deliver measurable outcomes and creative excellence
• Collaborates daily with Brand, Content, Product Marketing, Legal/Compliance, and the Executive Office
• Why CMC:
• Help shape a high‑ambition agenda: advance the global CMC brand, expand our multi‑asset experience, and meaningfully increase market visibility
• Work on high‑impact projects with direct access to senior leadership and clear connection to company growth goals
• Be part of an inclusive, collaborative culture that values learning, accountability, and making a measurable impact