Strategic Communications Cover Letter

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the strategic communications position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for input into and draft various communications materials for client programmes across our different offerings of corporate communications, public affairs and financial communications areas.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Interest in bringing new ideas, innovations and energy to the team
• Strong communication skills and great interpersonal skills
• Strong organisational skills, be able to shift quickly between projects as needed
• Outstanding judgment and partnership, collaboration, interpersonal and client management skills
• Proficiency with targeted email, Confirm-it, Scala and Sharepoint/MOSS, Microsoft Office, Adobe and similar applications
• Experience with intranet design, content development and collaboration tools
• Regular travel to locations covered is a requirement of this role
• Strong knowledge and newtwork within the financial services industry (particularly in the Asset Management space)

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the strategic communications position.

Previously, I was responsible for strategic communications counsel and prepare senior executives and business partners on communications and change management initiatives.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Digital experience is preferred but not a requirement
• Extensive experience of strategic communications and its implementation in networked blue-chip organizations focusing on strategy deployment and business engagement
• Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills in communication
• Robust knowledge of the social media and digital landscape
• Proven experience of designing, editing and writing communications, ideally from a journalistic background, with a creative eye for design and excellent attention to detail
• Proven experience of managing multiple stakeholders at all levels who often have differing or complex views
• Experience with Facebook, Twitter, and other social media outlets
• Lead client development by identifying target clients, actively market and develop new clients in coordination with Client Development Leads/Marketing Managers and Market Sector Leads

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the strategic communications position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for leadership, strategic direction, management and execution of comprehensive ERP communications strategy that supports project objectives and aligns with our culture.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Track record of driving corporate communications programmes (financial services spaces) for local and international clients regional and in Singapore
• Storng written skills
• Maintain agency terms of business for the segment
• Consistently and accurately track metrics and provide reports to stakeholders on a regular basis
• Drive the initiative for and act as an advocate for FTI’s employer brand
• Demonstrated business acumen and understanding of business strategy and healthcare operations
• Demonstrated knowledge of and skill in operating in a labor/management partnership environment, interpersonal communication, negotiation, persuasion, written and oral presentation, listening, giving feedback, meeting deadlines, planning, designing, tracking budgets, new and social media, consultative skills, written and verbal skills, problem-solving, negotiation, decision making and project management
• Knowledge of publication and multi-media production, brand management systems and theory, communications tactics and approaches, web-based communication/new and social media, health care insurance industry including state and federal regulation

Please consider me for the strategic communications opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

In the previous role, I was responsible for leadership for strategic communications and public relations functions assuring a consistent communications strategy, messaging, and branding, and ensures CHANGE is well represented in local, national, and international media outlets.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Experience in communications, strategy, press and media relations, social media, and email messaging for business, government, or nonprofit organizations
• Tertiary education in political science, communications, finance or law
• Relevant Communications, Investor Relations or PR experience either in-house or agency side
• Strong understanding of the media & how it operates
• Understanding of how government and the legislative operate
• Displays gravitas, confidence and maturity
• Experience of working in Financial and Corporate communications
• Research and media or consulting background

I am excited to be applying for the position of strategic communications. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for ongoing strategic communications counsel to the CEO and senior leadership, provide regular updates on team activity and results as well as quarterly analysis of current and future communications landscape to identify potential opportunities and challenges, and to review and set coordinated communications strategy across external, public affairs and internal communications functions.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Develop and manage strategic communications programs for new and existing clients
• Manage political liaisons and advocacy programs
• Manage client deliverables
• Develop media strategy and management
• Will provide Quality Control/Quality Assurance for other projects
• Possesses strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills
• Demonstrates flexibility and independent thinking
• Solid understanding of the investment and financial services industry