Manager, Public Affairs
PLUS Communications, Arlington, VA, United States
PLUS Communications is a full-service communications firm based in Arlington, Virginia. PLUS Communications leads award-winning campaigns integrating public affairs, corporate communications, digital, advertising and media buying. PLUS means more!
PLUS Communications is looking for a Public Affairs, Manager to play a key role developing and executing communications plans - including message and content development. The role functions across a variety of public affairs accounts and policy areas to develop written materials such as press releases, fact sheets, op-eds, executive speeches, memos and annual reports. This role will also provide communications and project management support for key client accounts. Ideal candidates will have experience distilling complex policy issues and/or regulatory affairs at the federal or state level.
Requirements Your day in this position may include:
Crafting narratives by distilling complex policy and regulatory information into tangible messaging for a variety of audiences
Drafting media and messaging materials, such as press releases, talking points, media statements, opinion pieces, fact sheets
Managing grassroots field teams for coalition building and local earned media efforts
Coordinating media outreach and cultivating relationships with reporters
Developing presentations, collateral materials, strategic plans and other reports
Tracking and monitoring campaign deliverables and serving as a project manager for key accounts
Serving as a liaison between PLUS' internal team, the client, other agency partners and external vendors
This job may be for you, if you:
Have previous experience working in a fast-paced environment
Have a knack with words and enjoy writing on a variety of topics with quick turnaround
Are comfortable engaging with clients and vendors on day-to-day deliverables
Have strong organizational skills and ability to manage several projects simultaneously to ensure nothing falls through the cracks
Have a solutions-oriented mindset
Have a strong understanding of AP Style
Are natural problem solver who always looks for a way to improve end results for clients and the team
Are willing to do whatever it takes to get the job done, no matter the time commitment
What we require:
3-5 years of relevant experience in public affairs or communications, ideally in an agency or Capitol Hill/administration setting
Proven experience in writing and editing materials and working with the press
Strong understanding of AP Style
Interest in public affairs and policy issues; ability to synthesize technical content
Understanding of the communications landscape and how various communications channels work (i.e. digital, print, social, broadcast)
Benefits We offer competitive compensation with an opportunity for a year-end bonus. Medical, dental, vision, 401k, and life insurance. We also offer a paid parental leave program, paid vacation, paid sick leave and employer subsidy for commuter expenses. In addition, we have a hybrid work environment.
PLUS Communications is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.
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PLUS Communications is looking for a Public Affairs, Manager to play a key role developing and executing communications plans - including message and content development. The role functions across a variety of public affairs accounts and policy areas to develop written materials such as press releases, fact sheets, op-eds, executive speeches, memos and annual reports. This role will also provide communications and project management support for key client accounts. Ideal candidates will have experience distilling complex policy issues and/or regulatory affairs at the federal or state level.
Requirements Your day in this position may include:
Crafting narratives by distilling complex policy and regulatory information into tangible messaging for a variety of audiences
Drafting media and messaging materials, such as press releases, talking points, media statements, opinion pieces, fact sheets
Managing grassroots field teams for coalition building and local earned media efforts
Coordinating media outreach and cultivating relationships with reporters
Developing presentations, collateral materials, strategic plans and other reports
Tracking and monitoring campaign deliverables and serving as a project manager for key accounts
Serving as a liaison between PLUS' internal team, the client, other agency partners and external vendors
This job may be for you, if you:
Have previous experience working in a fast-paced environment
Have a knack with words and enjoy writing on a variety of topics with quick turnaround
Are comfortable engaging with clients and vendors on day-to-day deliverables
Have strong organizational skills and ability to manage several projects simultaneously to ensure nothing falls through the cracks
Have a solutions-oriented mindset
Have a strong understanding of AP Style
Are natural problem solver who always looks for a way to improve end results for clients and the team
Are willing to do whatever it takes to get the job done, no matter the time commitment
What we require:
3-5 years of relevant experience in public affairs or communications, ideally in an agency or Capitol Hill/administration setting
Proven experience in writing and editing materials and working with the press
Strong understanding of AP Style
Interest in public affairs and policy issues; ability to synthesize technical content
Understanding of the communications landscape and how various communications channels work (i.e. digital, print, social, broadcast)
Benefits We offer competitive compensation with an opportunity for a year-end bonus. Medical, dental, vision, 401k, and life insurance. We also offer a paid parental leave program, paid vacation, paid sick leave and employer subsidy for commuter expenses. In addition, we have a hybrid work environment.
PLUS Communications is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.
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