Vice President, Corporate Communications - Global Credit & Insurance

Position Summary:

We are seeking a highly experienced communications professional to join our team as a Vice President, Corporate Communications. This individual will play a central role in shaping and executing communications strategy for the firm's global credit & insurance platform, while also supporting broader corporate communications initiatives across the U.S. market. The role requires a strategic thinker with deep industry knowledge, strong media relationships, and the ability to operate effectively across a wide range of communications priorities in a global environment.

In-Office Requirement: 4 days a week

Primary Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and execution of integrated communications strategies for the firm's global credit business, including liquid credit, private credit, real assets credit, asset-backed finance, and insurance.
• Partner closely with investment teams and senior leadership across regions to position the platform with key stakeholders, including media, investors, and industry influencers.
• Manage proactive and reactive media relations, including message development, press engagement, and issues management
• Work closely with communications colleagues globally to ensure alignment, consistency, and coordination across markets
• Serve as a key communications partner on a range of corporate communications initiatives in the U.S., stepping in to support high-priority projects and emerging needs as they arise
• Collaborate across business units and functional teams to ensure consistent messaging and alignment with the firm's broader brand and reputation strategy
• Support executive communications, including thought leadership, speaking engagements, and key announcements
• Monitor industry trends and competitive landscape to inform positioning and messaging strategies
• Help manage crisis and reputational risk situations as needed

Requirements:

Education & Certificates

• Bachelor's degree, required

Professional Experience

• 10+ years of overall relevant experience, required
• Financial services and/or private market experience, preferred
• Demonstrated expertise in private credit or broader credit markets strongly preferred
• Established relationships with top-tier financial media and proven ability to secure impactful coverage
• Proven experience working closely with senior executives and contributing to communications efforts tied to high-profile, high-stakes situations
• Ability to operate effectively within a global team environment and across multiple geographies
• Ability to manage multiple priorities across both business-line and corporate communications
• Experience developing and implementing communications programs and proven ability to execute

Competencies & Attributes

• Excellent communication skills - both verbal and written
• Experience working in or with alternative asset managers
• Self-starter, innovative and independent with strong follow-through skills
• High levels of discretion and sound judgment
• Ability to juggle multiple and changing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Team player and highly collaborative; willing to jump in and support when needed
• Executive presence and experience working with senior leadership
• Ability to quickly build credibility with investment professionals and senior stakeholders
• Deep experience operating across a wide range of communications disciplines, including media relations, executive communications, and issues management

Benefits/Compensation

The compensation range for this role is specific to New York City and takes into account a wide range of factors including but not limited to the skill sets required/preferred; prior experience and training; licenses and/or certifications.

The anticipated base salary range for this role is $200,000 to $220,000.

In addition to the base salary, the hired professional will enjoy a comprehensive benefits package spanning retirement benefits, health insurance, life insurance and disability, paid time off, paid holidays, family planning benefits and various wellness programs. Additionally, the hired professional may also be eligible to participate in an annual discretionary incentive program, the award of which will be dependent on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.

Due to the high volume of candidates, please be advised that only candidates selected to interview will be contacted by The Carlyle Group.

Company Profile:

The Carlyle Group (NASDAQ: CG) is a global investment firm with $477 billion of assets under management, across 678 investment vehicles as of December 31, 2025. Founded in 1987 in Washington, DC, Carlyle has grown into one of the world's largest and most successful investment firms, with more than 2,500 professionals operating in 27 offices in North America, Europe, the Middle East, Asia and Australia.

Carlyle's purpose is to connect people, ideas, and capital to fuel growth for companies and performance for investors, which range from public and private pension funds to wealthy individuals and families to sovereign wealth funds, unions and corporations. Carlyle invests across three segments - Global Private Equity, Global Credit and Carlyle AlpInvest - and has deep expertise across industries, markets, and geographies.

At Carlyle, we believe that a wide spectrum of experiences and viewpoints drives performance and success. Our CEO, Harvey Schwartz, has stated that, "To build better businesses and create value for all of our stakeholders, we are focused on assembling leadership teams with the strongest insights from a range of perspectives." Reflecting this view, emphasis is placed on development, retention and inclusion through our internal processes and seven Employee Resource Groups (ERGs). We cultivate a culture where ideas are openly shared and challenged, connecting diverse expertise and perspectives to drive enduring value.