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As a Listings Communications Specialist reporting to the Director of Communications, you'll play a key role in helping companies navigate their IPO journey and broader listings lifecycle. You'll blend client management, media relations, and executive support - working closely with issuers, business media, and cross-functional teams to bring Nasdaq's listings story to life.

You'll thrive here if you're a strong communicator who is equally comfortable managing day-to-day execution and presenting with confidence in front of clients and senior stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary communications contact for companies preparing for and completing their IPOs, providing strategic counsel throughout each stage of the listing process.
• Build and maintain relationships with business media - reporters, producers, and editors - securing coverage and managing inbound press inquiries.
• Partner with broadcast, data, and social media teams to coordinate listing day activations, media moments, and content opportunities.
• Develop briefing books, talking points, and executive prep materials for media interviews, speaking engagements, and public appearances.
• Draft pitch materials, messaging documents, and narrative content tailored to client needs and broader market positioning.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 5+ years of communications experience, with a strong preference for agency background.
• Demonstrated experience managing client relationships in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Excellent writing skills across press materials, talking points, and executive communications.
• Strong relationships with business and financial media, with working knowledge of capital markets and the IPO process.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with listing structures such as traditional IPOs, direct listings, and SPACs.
• Experience supporting senior executives in high-visibility, client-facing settings.
• Exposure to global teams and cross-functional collaboration in a matrixed environment.

This position will be located in New York and offers the opportunity for a hybrid work environment at least 3 days a week in-office, subject to change, providing flexibility and accessibility for qualified candidates.

Come as You Are

Nasdaq is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and identities.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives, experiences, and identities are valued and celebrated.

We ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation throughout the hiring process.

What We Offer

We're proud to offer a competitive rewards package that is meaningful, recognizes the unique needs of our employees and their families and incentivizes employees for their contribution to Nasdaq's overall success.

The base pay range for this role is $88,000 - $154,000. In addition to base salary, Nasdaq provides a generous annual bonus/commission (short-term incentive), and equity (long-term incentive), comprehensive benefits, and opportunity for growth. Exact compensation may vary based on several job-related factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to: skill set, experience, education/training, business needs and market demands.

Nasdaq's programs and rewards are intended to allow our employees to:

• Secure Wealth: 401(k) program with 6% employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Program with 15% discount, Student loan repayment program up to $10k, Company paid life and disability plans, Generous paid time off
• Prioritize Health: Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, Health spending account with employer contribution, Paid flex days to support mental wellbeing, Gym membership discounts
• Care for Family: Hybrid home/office schedule (for most positions), Paid parental leave, Fertility benefits, Paid bereavement leave
• Connect with Community: Company gift matching program, Employee resource groups, Paid volunteer days
• Grow Career: Education Assistance Program, Robust job skills training and Professional development opportunities

For more information, visit Nasdaq Benefits & Rewards Career page.