Senior Director, M&A and Activism Communications
Core
Lead strategic communications for M&A, activism, and governance engagements, advising senior clients on crisis management, proxy contests, and shareholder proposals.
Role type
Senior Director, Strategic Communications (M&A & Activism)
Builds
Client communications strategies, press releases, investor presentations, and pitch materials for special situations.
Domain
Corporate Communications / Mergers & Acquisitions / Activism Defense
Required skills
Strategic communications, project management, complex document writing, stakeholder analysis, new business development, cross-functional collaboration, research, public affairs, investor relations coordination
Preferred skills
Agency background (capital markets/IR), advanced persuasive writing, AI tool proficiency, data analytics tools (Factset/Ipreo/Factiva/Refinitiv)
Technologies
Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Factset, Ipreo, Factiva, Refinitiv, AI scheduling tools
Responsibilities
Lead high-intensity client engagements on M&A and activism; coordinate cross-functional teams (PR, IR, Public Affairs); develop and execute communications strategies; conduct detailed research; manage new business development and pitching; mentor team members and support practice growth.
Seniority
Senior Director, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities
