Public Relations Manager

Location: New York, NY, US

Time Type: Full-time

The base salary range will be estimated between $105,000 - $125,000. Gensler's total compensation package is multi-layered and includes a base salary, two annual bonuses paid in December and June.

Gensler New York is seeking a senior PR leader to run media relations, thought leadership, and executive communications for one of the firm's largest and most dynamic offices.

Your Role
The Public Relations Manager leads PR strategy for Gensler New York, working with the managing directors, regional communications director, PR specialists, studio directors, and practice area leaders to identify stories, then turn them into proactive content and campaigns, and secure media coverage. The role calls for someone who understands the NYC design and real estate market and can shape Gensler's brand into compelling stories, while managing multiple deliverables at once with strategic judgment.

What You Will Do

Develop and lead PR strategy and campaigns for Gensler New York, in partnership with office and regional leadership

Secure media coverage proactively and manage inbound press inquiries, building and maintaining relationships with local and national outlets covering design, real estate, business, and innovation

Create thought leadership content such as speaking engagement materials, brand publications, website content, and award submissions, and guide its distribution across channels

Develop executive communications and positioning for office and practice area leaders

Serve as a strategic communications partner to clients, ensuring content supports both their goals and Gensler's

Advise on PR risk and monitor the news cycle as it relates to our work, including outside business hours when needed

Mentor PR and communications team members, and represent the Northeast in the firmwide public relations community

Liaise with a firmwide network of public relations staff to develop messaging, regional digital and social media strategy, and initiatives

Track PR and engagement metrics to inform future strategy

Your Qualifications

10+ years in PR, including experience managing a team; background in architecture, design, or commercial real estate preferred, agency or journalism experience a plus

Established editorial relationships in design, business, and innovation media, in NYC and beyond

Excellent communication, writing, and editing skills

Experience managing PR and communications projects independently and in close collaboration with senior leadership

Ability to manage multiple deadlines and thrive under pressure in a fast-paced environment

To learn more about our compensation philosophy and full benefits offerings, please visit Great People, Great Rewards | Gensler

Life at Gensler
At Gensler, we are as committed to enjoying life as we are to delivering best-in-class design. From curated art exhibits to internal design competitions to "Well-being Awareness Week," our offices reflect our people's diverse interests.

We encourage every person at Gensler to lead a healthy and balanced life. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, flex spending, paid holidays, and paid time off. We also offer a 401k, profit sharing, employee stock ownership, and twice annual bonus opportunities. Our annual base salary range has been established based on local markets.

As part of the firm's commitment to licensure and professional development, Gensler offers reimbursement for certain professional licenses and associated renewals and exam fees. In addition, we reimburse tuition for certain eligible programs or classes. We view our professional development programs as strategic investments in our future.

NOTICE TO APPLICANTS
We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer of choice. All aspects of employment decisions will be based on merit, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of any status protected under federal, state and local law.

Individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with federal, state and local law.

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