Job Description

Company Profile
MIZUHO BANK, LTD. IS A SUBSIDIARY OF THE JAPAN-BASED MIZUHO FINANCIAL GROUP, INC. (LISTED ON THE TOKYO STOCK EXCHANGE AND NYSE) AND IS ONE OF THE LARGEST FINANCIAL SERVICES COMPANIES IN THE WORLD. MIZUHO BANK, LTD. PROVIDES FINANCIAL AND STRATEGIC SOLUTIONS FOR THE INCREASINGLY DIVERSE AND SOPHISTICATED NEEDS OF ITS CLIENTS WITH OFFICES LOCATED IN ALL THE MAJOR CITIES OF THE WORLD SUCH AS TOKYO, NEW YORK, LONDON, HONG KONG AND SINGAPORE.

Job Responsibilities

• Providing strategic communications counsel to senior management.
• Lead and drive communications events/campaigns to promote awareness of the Bank\'s priorities in line with its strategic directions.
• Collaborate and work with relevant teams within the bank to engage with business/functional stakeholders in execution of identified communications initiatives.
• Engage with digital communities such as through social media platforms (e.g., LinkedIn).
• Manage issues/crisis as the need arises, and where appropriate consult also with external third parties.
• Support communications efforts for internal projects, as and when required.
• Develop content for a range of communications initiatives, including reports, infographics and opinion pieces.
• Guide team members by providing direction and helping to refine ideas and content.
• Ensure quality and consistency in materials produced and published.
• Develop an integrated strategy to promote employer branding effectively through various platforms and channels, including but not limited to, microsites, social media, and recruitment events.
• Plan and execute campaigns, events and narratives (e.g. articulating employee stories) to effectively communicate and support Bank employer branding.
• Develop campaigns and communications to strengthen employer culture and identity so as to promote brand advocacy amongst employees.

• Preferably at least 8-10 years of experience in a corporate communications / media relations role. CVs with experience from the financial and tech industry will be prioritized.
• Strong communication skills including storytelling and excellent English writing skills with the ability to bring ideas and narratives to life in a concise and engaging manner.
• Keen understanding of media and social media workings and landscape.
• Ability to identify and cultivate media relationships.
• Ability and willingness to keep up with current affairs, news and relevant industry developments.
• Strong understanding of the business impact of communications, with the ability to interpret business objectives and data.
• A strategic thinker with strong problem-solving and interpersonal skills.
• Resourceful and adaptable, with an attention to details.
• Familiarity with the Banking and Finance industry is a plus.

eFinancialCareers