Position OverviewThe Corporate Communications team at Apollo, which leads all communications, corporate brand and corporate marketing activities globally is seeking a new team member who is a self-starter with strong writing and media relations skills, excellent project management skills and exceptional judgement.
This role will sit in the London office and help cover Apollo's European Platform which encompasses approx.
¼ of the firm's AUM.Primary ResponsibilitiesThe corporate communications role encompasses a broad spectrum of responsibilities, including:Working with Apollo Corp. Comms team and leaders across business lines to help develop and implement strategic communications plans and tactics to support broader corporate objectivesMedia relations support and engagement, including proactive pitching, transaction support and issues managementPrimary developer of certain materials and presentations spanning both internal and external communications.
This may include press releases, briefings, case studies and other contentResearch, planning and execution associated with key external engagements including conferences and speaking; assistance on ad-hoc projects as neededCollaborate on the tracking and distribution of materials related to analytics and other deliverablesQualifications & Experience5-10 years of relevant experience in communications (corporate or agency) with expertise in financial, transactional and corporate communications and media relationsExceptional writer and communicator; excellent project management skillsProven ability to consistently make sound judgments, engage and build trust and effectively collaborate with othersStrong work ethic with flexible and adaptable work style in order to operate efficiently under tight deadlines; self-motivatedPossesses excellent interpersonal skills as well as the ability to work independentlyExperience in managing reputational risk and supporting crisis communicationsExperience or deep understanding of communicating across varied platforms, content types and technologiesExperience in developing metrics to quantify results to measure the team's effectivenessAcute attention to detail, ability to multi-task, willingness and desire to learn and work well within a team are criticalUnquestionable professional and personal integrityA team-player and self-starter, with a positive attitudeExperience in investment management industry and specifically private capital desiredBachelor's degreeAbout ApolloApollo is a high-growth, global alternative asset manager.
In our asset management business, we seek to provide our clients excess return at every point along the risk-reward spectrum from investment grade to private equity with a focus on three investing strategies: yield, hybrid, and equity.
For more than three decades, our investing expertise across our fully integrated platform has served the financial return needs of our clients and provided businesses with innovative capital solutions for growth.
Through Athene, our retirement services business, we specialize in helping clients achieve financial security by providing a suite of retirement savings products and acting as a solutions provider to institutions.
Our patient, creative, and knowledgeable approach to investing aligns our clients, businesses we invest in, our employees, and the communities we impact, to expand opportunity and achieve positive outcomes.Come to Apollo and join a community of extraordinary people who are committed to a culture of excellence and collaboration in everything that we do.
We invest in our people for the long term and are committed to supporting their development at every stage of their career.Apollo provides equal employment opportunities regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, veteran status, sex or sexual orientation, or any other criterion or circumstance protected by applicable law, ordinance, or regulation.
The above criteria are intended to be used as a guide only – candidates who do not meet all the above criteria may still be considered if they are deemed to have relevant experience/ equivalent levels of skill or knowledge to fulfil the requirements of the roe.
Roles are conditional upon and subject to satisfactory reference and background screening checks, as well as all necessary corporate and regulatory approvals or certifications as required from time to time.