[Remote] Head of Financial Communications

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Real Chemistry is a global agency focused on transforming healthcare through innovative communications and marketing strategies. They are seeking a senior leader to build and lead their Financial and Transaction Communications offering, which involves advising top executives and managing high-stakes communications in various complex situations.ResponsibilitiesBuilding and leading our financial communications practiceServing as a primary advisor to CEOs, CFOs, General Counsel, Heads of IR, and Boards working in concert with their key advisorsDriving new business and deepening relationships with existing clients to support issues and opportunitiesLeading teams through complex, high-stakes, timesensitive, and confidential situationsServe as trusted counselor to senior executives on all aspects of financial and capital markets communicationsDevelop and oversee integrated communications strategies around: IR Advisory, M&A, IPOs and SPACs, Activist Defense & Preparedness, Restructuring, Bankruptcy, Executive Transitions, Divestitures & Spins, Investor and R&D Days, Financial Media Relations & StorytellingCraft clear, compelling narratives that translate complex financial and strategic issues for investors, media, employees, regulators, and other stakeholdersProvide real-time strategic counsel in high pressure, confidential situations, often in partnership with legal and banking advisorsLead communications workstreams for event-driven situations (to include but not limited to: M&A, IPOs/Spins/SPACs, activism, bankruptcies/restructurings, crisis (cyber, litigation and beyond), Board/management transitions.), including: Prospecting, relationship building with key advisors (bankers, lawyers, etc.) focused on HC sectorLeading transaction / event-driven workDevelopment of comms strategy, materials, media and social considerations. Support of the lead up to announcement, announcement day as well as integration supportDeal playbook and scenario planning to protect and preserve reputation and valuation throughout the deal processDevelopment of strategy, scenario planning, communications playbook, etc. for lead up to, day of and post-announcement situationDrafting key materials (press releases, Q&As, investor decks, fact sheets, talking points, etc.)Coordinating with key advisors (lawyers, bankers, etc.) and ensure alignment with regulatory and disclosure requirementsDevelop and refine clients’ equity story/investor narrativeOversee creation and quality of investor facing collateral, including: Investor presentations, Investor day/R&D day materials, Infographics, IR website alignment with collateralEarnings Advisory: Advise and support the development of earnings materials: to include press release, deck, scripts, Q&A prepAdvise on engagement with sellside and buyside analysts in coordination with IR and legal teamsAnnual reports as well as sustainability reports (in partnership with design/ESG teams as needed)Advise on integration of financial communications with broader corporate reputation, ESG, and public affairs strategiesLead financial and business media strategy, cultivating relationships with key journalists and outletsPrepare executives for highstakes media interviews, investor meetings, earnings calls, and roadshowsBuild and lead a high-performing financial communications team within the agency, including integration of legacy IR team, recruitment, training, and mentorshipSet practice standards, playbooks, and bestinclass approaches for transaction and capital markets mandatesFoster collaboration across practices (corporate, crisis, public affairs, digital, ESG, brand) to deliver integrated solutionsContribute to firm leadership, culture, and DEI objectivesDrive growth of the financial communications practice through: Identifying and pursuing new business opportunities, Leading and contributing to pitch development and presentations across significant client base, Build rapport and become a trusted, go-to referral partner for network among corporates, private equity, banks, law firms, and other advisorsHelp shape the agency’s market profile via thought leadership (reports, opeds, conferences, webinars) on capital markets, M&A, activism, and related themesSkills15+ years of experience in financial communications, investor relations, investment banking, equity research, or related fields, with a strong advisory componentProven track record working on complex, high-stakes situations such as M&A (including cross-border, contested, and private equity-backed deals), IPOs and significant capital markets transactions, shareholder activism and governance/ESG-related campaigns, restructurings, turnarounds, and crisis situations with market impactExperience in a leading strategic communications/PR firm (e.g., financial/transaction communications practice) or top-tier in-house corporate role strongly preferredDeep understanding of capital markets and the needs of institutional investors and analystsExceptional writing skills: capable of producing clear, concise, and persuasive materials under tight deadlinesStrong judgment and discretion, with demonstrated ability to advise senior executives and boards in sensitive situationsComfortable operating in fast-paced, ambiguous, and time pressured environments; calm and solutions-oriented under stressStrong project and team management skills; able to run multiple complex engagements simultaneouslyCollaborative and low ego; able to integrate with cross-functional teams including legal, banking, IR, public affairs, digital, and creativeBachelor's degree required; advanced degree (MBA, JD, or related) a plus but not requiredUnderstanding of US regulatory and disclosure frameworks; global regulatory expertise not required but helpfulWillingness to work extended hours during live situations and to travel as requiredExperience working with healthcare clients a plusBenefitsReal Chemistry offers a comprehensive benefit program and perks, tailored to your region.Offices in our key markets with free snacks to keep you running all day longGenerous holiday and paid time offOptions for private medical, dental, and vison plansSupport in saving for the futureMental wellness coaching and supportAccess to more than 13,000 online classes with LinkedIn LearningOffice locations in cities in the US, UK, and Europe with many employees and clients that serve as hubs where and when they need usFor employees who are within an hour of one of our offices, we expect attendance in the office two days per week, either at a Real Chemistry office or onsite with clientsOutside of these offices, we have regions, where people work remotely but come together quarterly for collaboration, culture and learning opportunitiesCompany OverviewReal Chemistry is a health innovation company dedicated to making the world a healthier place for everyone It was founded in 2001, and is headquartered in San Francisco, California, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is https://www.realchemistry.com.