Posted:
11/3/2025, 4:00:00 PM
Location(s):
Tashkent, Uzbekistan
Experience Level(s):
Senior
Field(s):
Growth & Marketing
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We are looking for a Corporate Communications Manager in Tashkent, Uzbekistan to join our EMEA Corporate Communications team to support UZNIF, a $1.5 billion fund.
Deliver a dedicated PR programme supporting the objectives of the UZNIF fund both locally in Uzbekistan and internationally.
Partner with the local leadership and portfolio management teams in setting goals, creating a comprehensive and integrated communications strategy to support business goals locally.
Partner closely with the Head of Corporate Communications EMEA to develop a sustained media relations programme targeting multiple stakeholders.
Proactively develop and update key messages that are relevant for this mandate ensuring segmentation for different audiences.
Identify and develop thought leadership opportunities to showcase the firm’s investment expertise.
Build and strengthen existing media relationships with reporters and target and develop new relationships.
Identify editorial opportunities and market trends that can be leveraged for the institutional publications.
Manage the PR agency; take ownership on all aspect of PR deliverables whilst ensuring alignment on all activities.
Partner with Investor Relations and Portfolio Management teams on IPO communication requirements.
Closely collaborate with Marketing colleagues to support branding and social media efforts for UZNIF.
Support and media train spokesperson as appropriate.
Organise press conference, educational events to increase awareness of UZNIF with reporters.
Support, monitor and develop the government relations programme.
Continuously evaluate and assess the effectiveness of PR Programme.
Manage the Corp Comms desk in Tashkent efficiently.
Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Journalism or Communication or equivalent work experience preferred.
7+ years of robust PR experience within an asset management or financial services.
A thorough understanding of strategic communication and the financial industry.
Experience of supporting IPO communication programmes preferred.
Strong experience in managing PR Agencies
Ability to work closely in a collaborative environment. Team player essential.
Proficiency in English and either Uzbek or Russian is required.
Must be adept at handling multiple projects simultaneously, setting priorities and achieving objectives.
Possess exceptional interpersonal skills and be assertive and relentless in the pursuit of making certain that company news gets appropriate attention among the media and the public.
Able to partner with a diverse set of stakeholders and communicate across various levels of management
Superior writing and editing skills required. Experience writing for a variety of communication vehicles: press releases, newsletters, memos, Intranet content, talking points, presentations, video, etc.
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Headquarter Location: San Mateo, California, United States
Employee Count: 10001+
Year Founded: 1947
IPO Status: Private
Industries: Financial Services ⋅ Hedge Funds ⋅ Professional Services ⋅ Wealth Management