Financial Services Associate - Strategic Communications in London

Brunswick’s Financial Institutions Group (FIG) in London advises many of the world’s largest financial services companies on their most high-profile and business-critical situations. Our work spans transactions, reputation management and stakeholder engagement, often in complex, fast-moving environments.

As an Associate, you will work closely with senior colleagues and clients, driving execution on accounts, delivering workstreams and proactively developing ideas. You will nurture a wide internal network across offices and specialisms to share, develop and deliver the best examples of work for internal and external use; as well as broadening your external network.

This role offers you the chance to accelerate your career by combining hands‑on delivery with real client exposure, in a team known for high standards and strong development. Day to day activities will include:

• Advising our listed clients across a range of issues and communications disciplines, with the support of Directors and Partners, and drawing on independent experience and insights.
• Supporting the execution of client work, including media materials, investor communications and broader stakeholder content.
• Working across complex sector issues e.g. M&A, IPO, shareholder activism, crisis communications and a range of stakeholders, including media, the financial community, politicians, regulators, NGOs and other stakeholders.
• Managing day‑to‑day media and financial stakeholder interactions, building networks, confidence and credibility over time.
• Collaborating with colleagues across Brunswick’s global network to deliver integrated, cross‑border mandates.
• Playing a key role in team management, including mentoring to junior team members and contributing to a collaborative team environment.
• Contributing to new business development, including research, proposal development and participation in pitch meetings.

What We’re Looking For:

• Approximately 5-7 years of relevant experience in communications, consulting or a related advisory role.
• Experience working with financial institutions and an understanding of the sector landscape. Private markets experience is preferred but not essential.
• An understanding of the interplay between corporates, the financial community, the regulatory arena and social stakeholders.
• An understanding of the disclosure obligations of listed companies, as well as M&A and IPO processes and workstreams.
• A strong sense of corporate positioning and how to develop strategies that can translate into programs with real sustained impact.
• Knowledge of the financial media landscape, with experience in media relations, transactions and/or capital markets communications.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills, with the ability to produce clear, high‑quality materials.
• Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail and the ability to synthesise complex information.
• Confidence working with senior stakeholders and contributing to client discussions.
• Collaborative, team‑orientated approach with a willingness to learn and develop.

Why Join Us:

• Work on high-profile situations for leading global financial institutions.
• Gain early exposure to senior clients and meaningful responsibility on complex mandates.
• Be part of a highly collaborative, intellectually rigorous team environment.
• Learn from experienced practitioners in a firm known for its advisory excellence.
• Access a global platform, working with colleagues and clients across key financial centres.
• Benefit from strong support for professional development and long-term career progression.

About Brunswick:

Brunswick is a global advisory firm. We help companies tackle high‑stakes issues, navigate complex stakeholder relationships, and deliver high‑impact outcomes. Our clients value our ability to anticipate, shape, and respond to the key players and forces in the financial and investment arena, regulatory and geopolitical universe, NGO community, workforce and beyond. They rely on us for deep experience, fresh perspectives and original thinking.

Founded in 1987 in London, the firm has organically grown to 27 offices in 18 countries across the Americas, Europe, Middle East, Africa, Asia and Australia. We operate as a “one‑firm firm” with no individual profit centres. This allows us to assemble fully integrated, bespoke teams for each client, able to draw on the full resources of Brunswick anywhere in the world.

Brunswick is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law.