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About the Role: Head of Financial Communications, Frankfurt
We are partnering with a leading global strategic communications consultancy to appoint a Head of Financial Communications based in Frankfurt.
This is a senior leadership role at the heart of one of Europe’s most important financial centres, working with some of the world’s most prominent financial institutions, corporates, private equity houses, and investor‑backed businesses. The role offers the opportunity to lead and grow a market‑leading financial communications practice in Germany, building on the firm’s global reputation for excellence in strategic financial advisory.
Reporting Line and Strategic Context
Reporting to senior European leadership, the successful candidate will take ownership of the Frankfurt financial communications practice — leading client mandates, driving new business, and developing a high‑performing team.
The role sits at the intersection of financial communications, strategic advisory, capital markets, and corporate reputation. It requires an experienced, well‑connected leader with deep expertise in financial markets, strong media and investor relations, and the ability to provide senior counsel to clients at the most critical moments.
The successful candidate will represent the firm at the highest levels of the German financial and corporate community, positioning it as the partner of choice for complex financial communications in the market.
Client Leadership & Strategic Advisory
Serve as a trusted senior advisor to clients across financial communications, investor relations, M&A communications, capital markets, and corporate positioning
Provide strategic counsel on high‑profile, sensitive, and complex communications mandates
Build and maintain long‑term relationships at board and C‑suite level
Lead the development and execution of integrated communications strategies across a portfolio of flagship clients
Set and uphold the highest standards of client delivery across all mandates
Financial & Corporate Communications
Lead communications strategies for major transactions including IPOs, M&A, restructurings, and capital raises
Advise clients on earnings communications, investor messaging, and analyst engagement
Guide clients through crisis and issues management with clarity, confidence, and discretion
Craft and oversee compelling financial narratives, press releases, investor presentations, and thought leadership content
Monitor financial media, market developments, and the regulatory environment to provide timely and relevant client intelligence
Media Relations & Stakeholder Engagement
Leverage a strong network of senior relationships across financial, business, and trade media in Germany and internationally
Drive proactive media strategies that strengthen client positioning and elevate profile
Manage high‑stakes reactive and crisis media situations with authority and precision
Identify opportunities for client visibility across earned, owned, and digital channels
Business Development & Practice Growth
Lead new business development — identifying, pitching, and converting strategic opportunities across Germany and the broader DACH region
Grow and deepen existing client relationships through strategic account development
Shape and drive the firm’s positioning and market presence in Frankfurt
Represent the firm externally through senior networking, industry events, and thought leadership
Contribute to the development and mentoring of junior and mid‑level team members
Skills and Experience Required for This Head of Financial Communications Role
Substantial experience in financial communications, investor relations, or corporate communications at a senior level, within a leading consultancy or financial institution
Deep understanding of capital markets, M&A processes, and corporate finance
Proven track record of advising clients at board and C‑suite level through transactions, crises, and high‑profile communications situations
Well‑established media relationships across German, European, and international financial and business press
Exceptional written and verbal communications skills — able to craft and oversee compelling narratives for sophisticated financial audiences
Strong commercial acumen with a demonstrable track record of winning and growing client mandates
Native German speaker with fluent English; additional European languages a plus
Based in Frankfurt or willing to relocate
Cultural Fit and Values
The consultancy values intellectual curiosity, commercial ambition, collaborative thinking, and an unwavering commitment to client excellence. The successful candidate will bring the seniority, judgement, and entrepreneurial drive to lead a market‑defining practice, and the collaborative instinct to work seamlessly within a wider global network. They will thrive in a fast‑paced, high‑stakes environment and bring the confidence and discretion required to advise at the very highest levels of the financial and corporate world.
Apply for This Head of Financial Communications Role in Frankfurt
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