Public Relations Specialist

We are seeking a talented individual to join the External Affairs & Media Relations team at Marsh. This role will be based in New York City and offers a hybrid work arrangement, requiring a minimum of three days per week in the office.

As a Public Relations Specialist, you will sit at the center of Marsh’s media strategy — building influential journalist relationships, crafting compelling narratives, and driving earned media coverage that shapes how the world sees one of the leading firms in the industry. From developing proactive story angles and coaching spokespeople to crafting reactive responses and analyzing media trends, this role touches every dimension of modern PR. If you thrive in a fast‑paced environment where your writing, instincts, and relationships directly impact a globally recognized brand, this is the opportunity for you!

Responsibilities

Build and maintain proactive relationships with journalists and media outlets; pitch story ideas and pursue earned media opportunities

Write, edit, and distribute press releases, statements, bylines, and other external communications; ensure timely approvals and channel‑appropriate messaging

Develop and maintain targeted media lists and contact databases; discover and add new outlets and journalists to expand reach

Prepare and staff spokespeople for media interviews: produce briefings, draft key messages and likely Q&A, run mock interviews, coordinate logistics and interviewer/staff assignments, and escalte substantive guidance to senior communicators when needed

Develop proactive narratives and craft timely reactive responses to media issues and emerging stories; coordinate across legal, compliance, and business stakeholders for consistent action

Monitor, track, and analyze media coverage and trends; summarize findings in concise reports and present actionable recommendations to inform communications strategy

Segment and evaluate media audiences to refine messaging and outlet selection based on audience mindset and influence

Represent and protect Marsh’s messages and reputation in all media interactions, ensuring alignment with legal, compliance, and organizational priorities

Support on‑site media logistics and real‑time journalist coordination at events to maximize coverage and operational readiness

Improve PR processes and channels by recommending tools, workflows, measurement approaches, and efficiencies

What you need to have

Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field

1‑3 years of experience in media relations, ideally from a media relations agency or in‑house communication team

Strong written, verbal communication, and interpersonal skills

Resourceful, proactive, and confident in building and maintaining journalist relationships

Demonstrated ability in exercising discretion and maintaining confidentiality with sensitive information

Comfortable engaging and meeting with journalists in a variety of settings

Proficiency in MS Office

What makes you stand out?

Experience advising and guiding senior stakeholders through media interactions and interviews

Why join our team

We help you be your best through professional development opportunities, interesting work and supportive leaders.

We foster a vibrant and inclusive culture where you can work with talented colleagues to create new solutions and have an impact on colleagues, clients, and communities.

Our scale enables us to provide a range of career opportunities, as well as benefits and rewards to enhance your well‑being.

Compensation
Base salary range: $70,000 to $138,000. The base pay offered will be determined on factors such as experience, skills, training, location, certifications, education, and any applicable minimum wage requirements. In addition to the base salary, this position may be eligible for performance‑based incentives.

Benefits

Health and welfare benefits

Tuition assistance

401(k) savings and other retirement programs

Employee assistance programs

Marsh is committed to embracing a diverse, inclusive and flexible work environment. We aim to attract and retain the best people and embrace diversity of age, background, disability, ethnic origin, family duties, gender orientation or expression, marital status, nationality, parental status, personal or social status, political affiliation, race, religion and beliefs, sex/gender, sexual orientation or expression, skin color, veteran status (including protected veterans), or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If you have a need that requires accommodation, please let us know by contacting reasonableaccommodations@mmc.com.

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