Description

Huntington Bank is seeking a Associate Director, Corporate Reputation and Response to support the organization’s ability to prepare for, monitor, and manage a wide range of issues—including those with potential reputational impact.

This position plays a role in helping the company identify emerging reputational risks and responding rapidly across multiple channels—including media, social media, and internal communications. The ideal candidate will bring experience handling sensitive topics within a publicly traded or highly regulated organization, with a demonstrated ability to operate effectively under pressure. The role requires direct experience engaging with the media on complex issues.

Key responsibilities include serving as a spokesperson on reputational matters, managing media inquiries, and supporting real-time communications during issues or crises. The candidate will also be responsible for drafting and reviewing materials such as media statements and messaging documents.

The role reports to the Director of Corporate Reputation and Response and works in close collaboration with colleagues across Corporate Communications, and other key internal stakeholders.

This in-office position can be based in Columbus, Ohio; Cleveland, Ohio; Charlotte, N.C.; or Detroit, Mich. Other locations in which Huntington Bank has a corporate office will also be considered.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in public relations, corporate communications, or crisis communications, including direct experience in media relations and issues management.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Financial services experience or background in a similarly regulated sector.
• Demonstrated ability to monitor, assess, and respond to emerging reputational risks.
• Demonstrated experience managing sensitive issues in a publicly traded company and/or regulated industry.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with proficiency in AP Style.
• Proficiency with media and social monitoring platforms
• Experience engaging with media both on and off the record.
• Proven ability to remain calm and solutions-oriented under pressure.
• Excellent judgment and critical thinking skills.

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Exempt Status: (Yes = not eligible for overtime pay) (No = eligible for overtime pay)

Workplace Type:

Our Approach to Office Workplace Type

Certain positions outside our branch network may be eligible for a flexible work arrangement. We’re combining the best of both worlds: in-office and work from home. Our approach enables our teams to deepen connections, maintain a strong community, and do their best work. Remote roles will also have the opportunity to come together in our offices for moments that matter. Specific work arrangements will be provided by the hiring team.

Compensation Range:

The compensation range represents the low and high end of the base compensation range for this position. Actual compensation will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. Colleagues in this position are also eligible to participate in an applicable incentive compensation plan. In addition, Huntington provides a variety of benefits to colleagues, including health insurance coverage, wellness program, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plan, paid leave programs, paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).

Huntington is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Note to Agency Recruiters: Huntington will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. All unsolicited resumes sent to any Huntington colleagues, directly or indirectly, will be considered Huntington property. Recruiting agencies must have a valid, written and fully executed Master Service Agreement and Statement of Work for consideration.