We're looking for a passionate, strategic communicator to join J.P. Morgan's Corporate & Investment Bank (CIB) Communications team to support media relations for J.P. Morgan Payments. As Communications Manager, this individual will join the global CIB Marketing & Communications team to coordinate and execute an external communications strategy for the Payments business focused reaching key developer communities, driving greater presence with fintech and tech media in San Francisco and Silicon Valley, and driving the communications efforts around our Partner Network, in close partnership with our marketing team. This creative thinker and driven PR professional will secure impactful stories in key technology and trade media outlets, and work closely with the Global Head of Communications, Payments and Head of Media Relations, Payments, to provide strategic advice and guidance to the Payments business, technology organization and members of the partner network.This role will also collaborate with functional partners and communications colleagues to help raise awareness of the Payments business - and ongoing innovation - externally, particularly among the fintech/payments community. In addition, this individual will source earned media opportunities, promote new partnerships and solutions, coordinate with internal and external stakeholders among partners and clients, and focus on the business' strategy to reach key audiences. Previous PR agency experience and/or technology and fintech/payments communications experience preferred. Job Responsibilities Raise the visibility and awareness of J.P. Morgan Payments and its Partner Network to increase consideration among target buyers, partners and the fintech/payments community Develop and execute a communications strategy to proactively tell the J.P. Morgan Payments story with our clients and partners and manage incoming requests Effectively deploy strategies to target key technology and trade media outlets that reach key audiences Establish, maintain and deepen relationships with key media outlets Serve as counsel to our spokespeople and partners on media, reputation and communications strategy Draft and edit communications materials Protect and enhance our reputation passionately Draw on CIB Marketing and Communications resources to ensure strategic alignment with the company's priorities Travel to and staff key events as needed and appropriate Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications or relevant field of study Minimum of five years of experience in media relations or public relations within the technology/fintech industries, with deep knowledge of and relationships with media in related landscape Experience at large, matrixed organization a plus Demonstrated experience in creating tailored messaging as well as understanding of the PESO model Passionate storyteller with ability to communicate clearly and concisely through superb written and verbal communication skills Strong interpersonal, networking and presentation skills, creativity and ability to generate big, new ideas and take (smart) risks Ability to collaborate with colleagues across lines of business and functions to lead strategy and execution while navigating internal stakeholders Ability to manage large-scale, complex projects with discipline, speed, flexibility, adaptability and precision. Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment with outstanding judgement, problem-solving ability and resourcefulness; ability to self-motivate and work independently Unquestioned ethics