Communications Lead – Institutional Client Group, Payments

U.S. Bank

Communications Lead for U.S. Bank's Institutional Client Group and Payments.

Posted 6/17/2026full-timeNew York City • Minnesota, New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $194,225 - $228,500 per yearWebsite

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Soft Skills

leadershipcommunication strategiesstakeholder messagingreputation managementissues managementstrategic positioningstorytellingteam developmentexecutive messagingcounseling

Industry Keywords

corporate communicationspublic affairsfinancial servicesB2B organizationcommunications effectivenessmedia relationsthought leadershipbrand consistencymarket leadershiptransformation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design and lead communication strategies aligned to business objectives and enterprise priorities
Develop and execute internal and external communications, including media relations, thought leadership, and executive messaging
Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, providing counsel on stakeholder messaging, reputation management, issues management, and strategic positioning
Partner with Public Affairs, Marketing, Government Relations, and business leaders to ensure enterprise alignment and brand consistency
Lead storytelling that highlights client impact, institutional initiatives, and market leadership
Measure and report on communications effectiveness, using insights to refine strategy and demonstrate business value
Lead and develop a high-performing communications team, ensuring high-quality execution.

Requirements

What you’ll need

12+ years of progressive leadership experience in corporate communications/public affairs; financial services experience preferred
Five or more years of management experience
Prior service leading communications at a large, complex, B2B organization
Proven track record supporting senior executives and leading communications during periods of transformation or growth

Benefits

Comp & perks

Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)
Basic term and optional term life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability
Pregnancy disability and parental leave
401(k) and employer-funded retirement plan
Paid vacation (from two to five weeks depending on salary grade and tenure)
Up to 11 paid holiday opportunities
Adoption assistance
Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked, up to 80 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law