Senior Associate, Public Relations

Our client is a Premier Alternative Investments leader located in Midtown seeks an exceptional individual to join their internal Public Relations team. As a Senior Associate, you will be responsible to build, promote and expand the Firm's reputation as a pioneer in the Investment landscape, including asset management and digital assets asset management

This is an ideal position for someone seeking the opportunity to create real and direct impact within their organization, collaborate across teams and regions, and gain valuable experience across a range of communications disciplines and skills

Specific Responsibilities: Support the execution of a high-impact external communications program which supports the Firm's business strategy

Maintain strong and proactive working relationships with internal stakeholders to identify and develop impactful media stories

Write, edit, and distribute press releases, announcements, and reactive statements to targeted media

Track PR engagements across the business and making data-driven suggestions to improve our program

Ensure Firm marketing and communications requests and protocols are adhered to

Day-to-day management of PR agency relationships to ensure activity aligns with the Firm's corporate communications strategy

Craft creative and timely pitches based on strategic priorities and research

Collaborate with Marketing team to amplify reach of PR activity and coverage across owned social media and internal channels

Qualifications

BA / BS degree required

3+ years professional experience working in communications, either agency or in-house

Proven external communications and media relations experience

Strong client relationship skills, including experience working with C-Suite executives

Experience and interest in the financial services industry (preferably asset management and digital assets) and how the industry fits within broader society

Excellent project management and time management skills, with ability to manage multiple projects at once

Knowledge of the latest PR industry trends and passionate about the significant role PR can play within the business

Good interpersonal skills and resourcefulness to establish rapport, credibility, and strong working relationships

Demonstrated ability to wear many hats, manage ambiguity, and apply problem-solving skills

Ability to plan, deliver and evaluate work to improve future PR campaigns and coverage If you are looking for a unique and exciting role in a dynamic, fast-paced, and growing global company