Serves as a spokesperson for Vanguard. Develops and implements effective public relation strategies and content to promote and safeguard Vanguard's image. Provides counsel in supporting and determining the best media, content, and channels for communicating effectively and engaging various audiences, including the general public, customers, crew (our language for Vanguard employees), governmental bodies, and suppliers, and the media. The role is based in Frankfurt, Germany.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Researches and writes press releases, news bulletins, talking points, and other internal and external communication materials that are professional, effective, and accurate.

• Assists with reporter inquiries and press engagements, gathering data and information from internal and external sources.

• Assists European PR team with managing internal clients, preparing Public Relations plans, coverage and activity reports, internal and external presentations, and other materials as needed.

• Develops and maintains effective, collaborative relationships with Public Relations, communication and marketing colleagues, and internal clients. Partners with internal and external parties for key information and data sources.

• Works with other communication groups, including marketing, corporate communications, social media, business communication teams, and investment management personnel to review and create content. Counsels on content development.

• Researches members of news media, bloggers, and media outlets.

• Participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• An undergraduate degree in journalism, marketing, public relations or communications preferred.

• Minimum 3-5 years general business experience, with 2-5 years PR or related communications experience preferred.

• Knowledge of German media market, especially German retail and end-investor media; knowledge of Austrian media market welcome

• Language skills required: English, German; other languages welcome

• Demonstrated organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize.

• Strong interpersonal skills and professional demeanor.

• Ability to work under pressure and to be flexible and resourceful.

• Demonstrated ability to work with various departments and levels of management including senior executives.

• Ability to work effectively and independently on multiple projects with guidance from manager.

• Ability to write quickly and meet deadlines.

• Willingness to cover corporate events outside usual business hours.

Special Factors

· Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.

· Hybrid Role

About Vanguard

We are Vanguard. Together, we’re changing the way the world invests.

For us, investing doesn’t just end in value. It starts with values. Because when you invest with courage, when you invest with clarity, and when you invest with care, you get so much more in return. We invest with purpose—and that’s how we’ve become a global market leader. Here, we grow by doing the right thing for the people we serve. And so can you.

We want to make success accessible to everyone. This is our opportunity. Let’s make it count.

How We Work

Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.