Media Communications Associate

The D. E. Shaw group seeks a highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive individual with excellent project management and execution skills to join its Communications group as an associate on its Media Communications team. This team is responsible for building and protecting the firm’s brand and reputation externally through engagement with the press and participation in industry conferences. This role offers an opportunity to partner with stakeholders across the organization on external initiatives that promote the firm’s range of businesses and investment capabilities, unique culture, and talented people.

What you’ll do day-to-day Manage processes and projects for the Media Communications team related to press engagements and industry conference participation. Coordinate with a wide range of internal groups and external parties to advance initiatives that promote and protect the firm’s brand and reputation externally. Help drive firmwide media monitoring and related processes, develop materials for external speaking or press opportunities, and shape improvements to the team’s infrastructure and strategy.

What we’re looking for A bachelor’s degree, a demonstrated record of academic and professional achievement, and one to three years of relevant experience in communications and/or operations roles. Experience working at a PR agency and/or in the financial industry is a plus but not required. Keen process orientation, proven attention to detail, excellent analytical and critical thinking abilities, and impressive written and verbal communication skills.

The ability to manage multiple projects at once, work collaboratively with teammates, and coordinate effectively with colleagues and departments around the firm. Experience driving improvements to team infrastructure, data management, and overall strategy, including through AI-related efficiencies. Excellent organizational and process management skills. An ambitious, client-service-oriented mindset and the ability to thrive in a rigorous and collaborative environment.

The expected annual base salary for this position is $135,000 to $155,000. Our compensation and benefits package includes variable compensation in the form of a year-end bonus, guaranteed in the first year of hire, and benefits including medical and prescription drug coverage, 401(k) contribution matching, wellness reimbursement, family building benefits, and a charitable gift match program.