Founded in 1989, Millennium is one of the largest and longest-operating hedge funds in the industry. We allocate capital across more than 300 entrepreneurial investment teams who invest in a diverse set of strategies. Our goal is to help our global investors meet their objectives by achieving absolute returns with minimal risk over the long term. We do this by empowering our portfolio managers through proprietary technology and resources at scale to create a uniquely diversified investment platform.

A Career at Millennium

With more than 5.500 employees, our Firm harnesses the entrepreneurial drive of our people. We seek to attract, develop and retain the best talent in the industry. We offer career development opportunities by working directly with an established leadership team that has years of industry experience across a variety of disciplines. We encourage our teams to work together in a collegial and collaborative environment. We empower everyone to think like owners with the ability to make decisions based on a combination of rigorous analysis and an open, creative mentality. This enables us to continuously improve our day-to-day activities, and ultimately the Firm as a whole.

Job Function Summary

The global Branding & Communications team is responsible for branding and communications strategies for Millennium and WorldQuant. This role provides the opportunity to support the global Branding & Communications team and ensure the seamless coordination of the firm’s branding and communications activities across EMEA and APAC working in close partnership with key stakeholders globally. This is a unique opportunity for a talented, organized individual to work alongside an innovative team, with exposure to branding, marketing and communications in the alternative investment management industry.

Principal Responsibilities

• Serve as local point of contact representing the Branding & Communications team
• Support the coordination, development and execution of branding and communications activity across EMEA & APAC markets/time zones
• Oversee operational management of key branding and communications projects and initiatives
• Support the management of processes related to the firm’s international network of communications agency partners
• Support local internal communications activity and initiatives in EMEA and APAC as required, with a focus on London
• Support the development of digital content and strategies, including Millennium’s global employee intranet and external website
• Manage external vendors and consultant relationships, including reviewing contracts and overseeing reporting processes – partnering closely with regional legal and compliance.
• Provide support for UK-based Branding & Communications executives
• Support logistics in EMEA & APAC for the firm’s internal content and communication platform
• Support the development of daily media coverage compilations and media monitoring
• Copy drafting and review as required
• Draft and prepare materials to support communications, including messaging, Q&A, presentations, press releases, and other related materials
• Exercise sound judgment and discretion of a highly confidential nature
• Other related projects and duties as requested

Qualifications/Skills Required

• Bachelor’s degree and minimum of 10+ years’ experience in a similar role
• Communications and marketing/branding experience at a communications agency or in-house, preferred
• Highly proficient in drafting communications materials
• Strong research, comprehension, verbal and written communication skills
• Experience with project management and evaluating contracts
• Strong track-record of efficiently managing external vendors globally
• Experience with internal processes and systems in a corporate environment
• Quick learner, highly organized and detail oriented; demonstrable thoroughness and strong ownership of work
• Proven ability to prioritize in a fast moving and constantly changing environment; high sense of urgency
• Ability to get up to speed quickly on new problems, shift gears, and balance multiple projects concurrently
• Excellent attention to detail with a dedication to accuracy, quality, and integrity
• Friendly and cooperative personality, along with strong interpersonal skills
• Natural relationship builder with enthusiasm for the alternative investment industry