Principal Associate, Legal Communications

Principal Associate, Legal Communications The full-spectrum Capital One Communications team is responsible for all aspects of the company’s communications strategy and execution in order to propel business imperatives while promoting and protecting the reputation of Capital One. Our purview includes corporate and brand media relations, issues and reputation management, financial communications, and associate communications, as well as a full-service content and creative storytelling team that brings the story of Capital One to life on internal and external channels.  

We are communicators, writers, creative directors and multimedia experts, and we are all storytellers.  As a central team within External Affairs, we are strategic counselors to our partners throughout the enterprise, sitting at the intersection of value creation and risk mitigation. We help drive business initiatives forward while enhancing the reputation of Capital One.

We are seeking talented individuals to join our growing Communications team. This position requires exceptional judgment, an ability to build relationships in a highly matrixed environment, and a sustained focus on delivering results.  Creative problem-solving, an ability to read the data and the room, and a passion for storytelling are all critical to success in this role.  Empathy, teamwork and a sense of humor are essential.

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* About the Role:

**** As a Principal Associate on the Corporate Communications team, you will focus on the execution of communication programs that align with Capital One’s brand strategy and business goals. Working across teams, you’ll help deliver impactful campaigns and foster strong relationships with key stakeholders.
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* Primary Responsibilities:

***** Assist in the development and execution of communication campaigns under the guidance of senior team members
* Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to execute program elements
* Stay informed about industry trends to inform and enhance communication strategies
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* Basic Qualifications:

***** Bachelor’s degree or military experience
* At least 3 years of communications experience
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* Preferred Qualifications:

***** Public relations or communications experience in financial services, technology, or consumer brands

At this time, Capital One will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.

The minimum and maximum full-time annual salaries for this role are listed below, by location. Please note that this salary information is solely for candidates hired to perform work within one of these locations, and refers to the amount Capital One is willing to pay at the time of this posting. Salaries for part-time roles will be prorated based upon the agreed upon number of hours to be regularly worked.

Richmond, VA: $93,400 - $106,600 for Principal Communications Assoc Mc Lean , VA: $102,700 - $117,200 for Principal Communications Assoc Candidates hired to work in other locations will be subject to the pay range associated with that location, and the actual annualized salary amount offered to any candidate at the time of hire will be reflected solely in the candidate’s offer letter.

This role is also eligible to earn performance based incentive compensation, which may include cash bonus(es) and/or long term incentives (LTI). Incentives could be discretionary or non discretionary depending on the plan.

Capital One offers a comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial and other benefits that support your total well-being. Learn more at the . Eligibility varies based on full or part-time status, exempt or non-exempt status, and management level.

This role is expected to accept applications for a minimum of 5 business days.

No agencies please. Capital One is an equal opportunity employer (EOE, including disability/vet) committed to non-discrimination in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Capital One promotes a drug-free workplace. Capital One will consider for employment qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws regarding criminal background inquiries,…