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About the job:

BBVA CIB is looking for a senior communications expert with a deep understanding of the U.S. financial media landscape, particularly in New York. This role requires autonomy, strategic thinking, and the ability to position BBVA CIB US at the forefront of investment banking conversations. If you’re passionate about storytelling, reputation management and sustainability—and can build relationships that drive business impact—this could be your next challenge.

Role and Responsibilities:

Support the implementation and execution of the CIB US external and internal communications strategy, ensuring operational excellence and alignment with global business priorities.Establish and nurture strategic relationships with key media representatives in a proactive and autonomous manner, identifying opportunities to enhance BBVA CIB US’ reputation and visibility. Act as a trusted spokesperson and value creator, ensuring media interactions consistently align with the bank's positioning and strategic goals.Identify and manage strategic communication opportunities with tier-one financial media in New York, aligning outreach with BBVA CIB’s growth and positioning strategy in the U.S. investment banking market.Oversee content development for CIB’s digital platforms (BBVA websites and social media), ensuring consistency with the corporate narrative and exploring innovative formats.Act as the liaison between global communication teams and CIB business units to ensure cohesive messaging and effective collaboration.Contribute to the preparation of presentations, reports, and communication materials for internal and external stakeholders.Support crisis communication efforts and reputation management initiatives, collaborating with senior leaders and regional teams.

Experience:

6-8 years of experience in corporate communications in the financial services industry, corporate banking, or a related field, with exposure to sustainability or ESG frameworks as a valuable asset.Proven experience in successfully managing external communication activities, including media relations and digital content strategies.Solid understanding of the U.S. financial media landscape, with proven experience engaging with specialized investment banking and capital markets journalists based in New York

Technical Skills:

Strong understanding of investment banking products, sustainability initiatives, and ESG principles.Strong coordination skills, including stakeholder alignment and governance awareness in global corporate environments.Proficiency in digital tools for communication and content management.

Soft Skills:

Excellent organizational and multitasking skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.Clear and concise communication skills, both written and verbal, with a knack for storytelling.Team-oriented mindset, with strong interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively across diverse teams.A proactive and solution-oriented approach to challenges.Flexibility and adaptability to navigate dynamic, fast-paced environments.

Languages: proficiency in English, Spanish is a plus. Knowledge of additional languages is also a plus.

Education: Journalism, Business Administration, Finance, Sustainability, or a related discipline.

Area Overview

T&C CIB is a globally minded, dynamic and collaborative team that is passionate about the people and business we support! Our ultimate goal is to help achieve Corporate & Investment Banking’s Strategic and Financial goals, through helping to get the most engaged team.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

With respect to this position in our New York Office, the expected base salary ranges from $115,000 to $140,000. It is not typical for offers to be made at or near the top of the range. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. In addition to salary and a generous employee benefits package, successful candidates are eligible to receive a discretionary bonus.

*Employment eligibility to work with BBVA in the U.S. is required as the company will not pursue visa sponsorship for these positions

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It is not typical for offers to be made at or near the top of the range. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. In addition to salary and a generous employee benefits package, successful candidates are eligible to receive a discretionary bonus.

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The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information (41 C.F.R. 60-1.35 (c)).

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