7-10+ years of relevant work experience in one or more of the following areas: investment banking, sell-side equity research, buy-side active asset management, in-house public company investor relatio
Deep knowledge of the corporate finance, capital markets and U.S. public company investment landscape
Ability to anticipate and analyze market expectations, translate the investor perspective into effective communications to multiple stakeholders (shareholders, analysts, ratings agencies and financial
Ability to rapidly learn new sectors and companies, and operate with imperfect information
Ability to operate effectively in an entrepreneurial, fast-paced environment
Energetic team player with strong self-motivation
Operates with discretion and maintains confidentiality at all times
Exceptional written and verbal communication, particularly when dealing with complex matters
Experience managing teams and passionate about mentoring junior staff
MBA degree or CFA certification preferable but not required
Brunswick Group is seeking an Associate to join our Financial practice. This individual will be an integrated member of the team who specializes in Investor Relations.
Brunswick was founded in 1987 as a financial communications firm, expertise that continues to differentiate us. For nearly four decades, Brunswick has consistently ranked at the top of our industry’s league tables on a country, regional, and global basis.
Our global Financial practice has unparalleled experience developing and implementing campaigns to advise clients on both long-term positioning to enhance valuation and navigating complex capital markets transactions. Members of our Financial practice are deeply experienced and focus their client work on strategic investor relations and financial communications, mergers & acquisitions, shareholder activism, IPOs, and restructuring. These specialists partner with global colleagues to bring a powerful and complementary combination of perspectives across stakeholders to help clients manage their reputations during critical financial events.
We are seeking an Associate to join the Financial practice who will specialize in advising Brunswick's leading corporate clients in integrating deep knowledge of investors into their strategic communications and decision making.
About the Role
Client Contribution & Handling
Developing investor relations and financial communications engagement programs
Advising clients across industries on effectively communicating to investors at critical moments such as financial transactions and leadership transitions
Support management teams on financial calendar milestones such as earnings, conferences, and investor days
Analyzing complex financial information and developing strategic messaging to support valuation and help manage volatility
Develop plans to disseminate messaging across traditional and emerging communications channels to target members of the investor community
Team Management
Managing and mentoring team members; working with Partners and Directors on the day-to-day management of staff and client deliverables
Actively and effectively managing account teams and driving day-to-day activities for multiple clients at a time
Managing the development of key client documents, supporting drafting, editing and integrating feedback from across internal and client stakeholders.
Overseeing research assignments on fast-moving situations with tight deadlines; distilling a large amount of information into impactful insight and recommendations.
Networking
Playing an entrepreneurial role in supporting Brunswick’s Financial practice and strategic investor relations capability including thought leadership and new business development
Actively cultivating relationships with clients and potential clients
Developing relationships with the analyst and investor community
What We're Looking For
7-10+ years of relevant work experience in one or more of the following areas: investment banking, sell-side equity research, buy-side active asset management, in-house public company investor relations, investor relations advisory
Deep knowledge of the corporate finance, capital markets and U.S. public company investment landscape
Ability to anticipate and analyze market expectations, translate the investor perspective into effective communications to multiple stakeholders (shareholders, analysts, ratings agencies and financial media)
Ability to rapidly learn new sectors and companies, and operate with imperfect information
Ability to operate effectively in an entrepreneurial, fast-paced environment
Energetic team player with strong self-motivation
Operates with discretion and maintains confidentiality at all times
Exceptional written and verbal communication, particularly when dealing with complex matters
Experience managing teams and passionate about mentoring junior staff
MBA degree or CFA certification preferable but not required
Why Join Us
Whether you are joining a client facing team, a core services team, or starting out on your professional career journey, joining Brunswick unlocks a range of exceptional employee benefits to support your financial future, health and wellness, family and community and continuous professional development.
The successful applicant will be eligible for the following compensation and benefits package:
Base Pay: The annual base compensation range for this role is $130,000 - $170,000. The base pay offered will be determined by factors including experience, skills, training, office location, certifications, and education.
Bonus Eligibility: Annual discretionary bonus contingent upon individual and firm-wide performance.
Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance. Disability insurance. Employee assistance program. Flexible spending account. Health savings account. Life insurance. Commuter Benefits. Generous Paid Time Off: 25 vacation days and 10 days sick leave, as well as 11 paid company holidays. Firm-sponsored 401(k) Plan with 3% automatic company contribution of base and bonus with an additional 1.5% profit share– immediate vesting. Career training and development opportunities. Employee discounts.
Office Policy: At Brunswick, our work is a craft that thrives in teaching environments – whether in our offices or on-site with clients – through real-time observation, collaboration, human connection, clear guidance and by challenging one another to keep getting better. Our policy is that our team members are in person – either in the office or on-site with clients – at least four days each week.
The firm will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants or employees, as defined by applicable law. In addition to the application, the process may include virtual and in-person interviews, as well as an assessment, which may be timed. To request an accommodation during our application and hiring process, email americasaccommodations@brunswickgroup.com.
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. So, in Brunswick you will find an exceptional range of experience and talent with a rich mix of backgrounds. From the beginning, we have prioritized attracting, developing, and retaining the best professionals in the industry, united by a culture of inclusivity, excellence, and intellectual curiosity.
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 centers. 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. Please read our Global Privacy Notice to understand how your data is managed.