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New York, New York, United States
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13About the Role
S&P Global is seeking a Director of Public Relations to lead external communications for the Chief Technology & Transformation Office (CTTO). This role translates CTTO’s enterprise technology agenda into clear, credible narratives for media, customers, policymakers, partners, and market stakeholders across all technology verticals.
You’ll advise CTTO executives, lead proactive media and executive visibility, and develop communications for major technology milestones, conferences, and awards. You will also support issues management with guidance, messaging materials, and executive preparation in close partnership with the extended Communications and Legal/Policy partners.
Responsibilities
Lead external technology communications strategy and execution for CTTO, aligned with Global Technology & Transformation Communications priorities and broader corporate reputation goals.
Own media relations and spokesperson support for technology and transformation topics, building relationships with technology, business/financial, and policy reporters.
Drive AI, data, and transformation storytelling and enablement by partnering with technology, data, engineering, and transformation leaders to surface proof points, translate complex topics into business value, and identify opportunities to use AI and emerging technologies to enhance communications strategy, execution, workflows, and insights.
Build executive thought leadership and stakeholder engagement for CTTO leaders by mapping the network of influential voices they need to engage, developing executive visibility plans, and preparing bylines, Q&As, talking points, interview prep, conference remarks, and social content as needed.
Provide media training and executive readiness to ensure CTTO leaders are prepared for priority interviews, external appearances, high-stakes conversations, and ongoing engagement with influential industry, media, policy, and customer voices.
Manage conferences, speaking, and awards for priority CTTO moments, including speaker/panel materials and nomination strategy.
Support issues management by providing messaging guidance, rapid-response materials, Q&As, and executive readiness for high-scrutiny technology, AI, data, cybersecurity, or policy topics.
Partner cross-functionally with Legal, Government Affairs/Policy, Risk/Compliance, Product Marketing, Investor Relations, and business communications to ensure accuracy, consistency, and readiness.
Compensation/Benefits Information: (This section is only applicable to US candidates)
S&P Global states that the anticipated base salary range for this position is $126,676 to $221,434 USD. Final base salary for this role will be based on the individual’s geographic location, as well as experience level, skill set, training, licenses and certifications.
In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible for an annual incentive plan.
This role is eligible to receive additional S&P Global benefits. For more information on the benefits we provide to our employees, please click here
What We’re Looking For:
Basic Required Qualifications:
10+ years in corporate communications, PR, public affairs, technology communications, policy communications, journalism, or related work.
Experience leading communications for complex, high-profile technology and policy topics.
Strong writing/editing skills and ability to distill technical content for senior audiences.
Proven experience advising executives and preparing leaders for interviews and external appearances.
Track record building relationships with technology, business/financial, and policy media.
Strong cross-functional collaboration experience with Legal/Policy/Compliance/Risk stakeholders.
Proven ability to navigate effectively and efficiently within a large, matrixed global organization while maintaining strong cross-functional alignment and execution discipline.
Exceptional organization and operational skills, with the ability to manage multiple workstreams in parallel, balance immediate demands with long-term priorities, and operate effectively amid changing requirements, limited resources, and ambiguity.
Additional Preferred Qualifications:
Experience leading external communications for a global public company, data/AI provider, fintech, cloud/software, or similarly regulated organization.
Familiarity with AI governance, responsible AI, data regulation, cybersecurity, privacy, and technology risk.
Experience developing or implementing AI, automation, or emerging technology solutions that improve communications productivity, streamline workflows, or generate actionable insights for decision-making.
Experience managing conference strategy, speaking, and awards/nominations.
Existing relationships with top-tier technology and policy reporters.
Success in the First 12 Months
A clear, repeatable communications operating rhythm for CTTO across media, executive visibility, stakeholder mapping, media training, milestone planning, and disciplined execution of multiple priority workstreams.
Stronger external visibility and credibility for CTTO leadership across AI, data, transformation, cybersecurity, and policy themes, supported by a clear plan for where executives need to show up and which influential voices they need to engage.
Consistent, high-quality execution of communications for major CTTO moments, including conferences and awards.
Effective support for issues management—timely, accurate, and well-prepared messaging and executive readiness.
Practical use of AI and automation to strengthen communications workflows, improve productivity, and support more data-informed planning and decision-making.
Improved coordination and trust across CTTO and Communications partner teams.
Right to Work Requirements:
This role is limited to persons with indefinite right to work in the United States.
Return to Work:
Have you taken time out for caring responsibilities and are now looking to return to work? As part of our Return to Work initiative, Restart, we are encouraging enthusiastic and talented returners to apply, and will actively support your return to the workplace.
What’s In It For You?
Our Mission:
Advancing Essential Intelligence.
Our People:
We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide—so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We’re committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.
Our Values:
Integrity, Discovery, Partnership
Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.
Benefits:
We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That’s why we provide everything you—and your career—need to thrive at S&P Global.
Our benefits include:
Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.
Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.
Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.
Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.
Family Friendly Perks: It’s not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.
Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference.
For more information on benefits by country visit: https://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries
Global Hiring and Opportunity at S&P Global:
At S&P Global, we are committed to fostering a connected and engaged workplace where all individuals have access to opportunities based on their skills, experience, and contributions. Our hiring practices emphasize fairness, transparency, and merit, ensuring that we attract and retain top talent. By valuing different perspectives and promoting a culture of respect and collaboration, we drive innovation and power global markets.
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Equal Opportunity Employer
S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law. Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment.
If you need an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, please send an email to: EEO.Compliance@spglobal.com and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person.
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