Executive Speechwriter, Senior Specialist

We are seeking an experienced speechwriter to support Vanguard’s chief executive officer in articulating a compelling vision, inspiring internal and external audiences, and advancing the company’s reputation and leadership voice. The successful candidate will be an expert storyteller and researcher and will have experience working with C-suite leaders in the financial services industry. The executive writer will be able to translate complex ideas into clear, persuasive, authentic, and memorable narratives tailored to a variety of audiences and formats.

Responsibilities:

• Partner with the head of the Executive Office and the head of Executive Communications to maintain and evolve a distinctive executive voice with consistent messaging, tailored for channel and audience.
• Research, draft, and edit speeches, remarks, talking points, op-eds, and other materials for the CEO.
• Craft nuanced, persuasive communications that reflect the CEO’s tone, priorities, and expert business insights.
• Build a library of reusable narratives, anecdotes, and data points that reinforce the CEO’s leadership themes.
• Ensure all communications meet legal, regulatory, and reputational standards. Partners with Legal, Compliance, and Risk teams to proactively manage sensitive topics.
• Coach and mentor communications team members on executive-level storytelling, and stakeholder influence.
• Participate in special projects and perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 10 years of experience in executive communications, public affairs, journalism, or strategic messaging.
• Prior experience in an executive speechwriting role.
• Exceptional writing and editing skills, with the ability to capture and executive voices.
• Ability to develop a variety of compelling content under tight deadlines.
• Excellent judgment and experience providing communications advice and counsel to senior executive leaders.
• Experience navigating matrixed organizations.
• Undergraduate degree or equivalent combination of training and experience. Graduate degree preferred.

Special Factors

Sponsorship

Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.

About Vanguard

At Vanguard, we don't just have a mission—we're on a mission.

To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.

How We Work

Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.