Public Relations Manager NL

We are seeking a Senior Manager to join the Corporate Practice in our Chicago office to support a broad range of client and new business needs. In this role, you will be working on programs involving reputation management, earned media strategies, executive thought leadership, internal communications, crisis communications, and integrated communications planning to protect and drive corporate reputation and value proposition narratives a variety of clients and prospects across many industries. The ideal candidate will possess experience and skills across many of the above areas and will be responsible for supporting multiple account teams and collaborating with specialists and subject matter experts across the practice and agency. This role will help lead work from concept to execution, be a primary client contact, and mentor junior talent. The ideal candidate must have strong written and oral communications skills, be able to creatively support corporate reputation and positioning programs that resonate in today’s environment and possess a passion for earned storytelling.

 

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Own responsibilities for execution of client programs, budgets, and plans.
• 5-7 years of relevant experience
• Contribute to development of plans, translating strategies into tactics.
• Ensure team deliverables align with strategic plans to deliver strong results across agreed-to communications channels.
• Create media strategies and oversee pitching of well-developed stories to key national, trade and other media of importance to client goals.
• Developing executive positioning programs and tactical outputs including media, speaking, awards and social opportunities.
• Support issues and crises, including media monitoring, creation of reactive statements and materials, preparedness and scenario plans
• Build strong client and internal relationships, confidence and trust by proactively anticipating and understanding client needs.
• Leverage industry knowledge and experience to proactively support and recommend new ideas.
• Contribute to the career growth of junior team members, serving as mentor and role model.
• Actively participate in team culture, external visibility events and assist with new business.
• Demonstrate financial acumen in the areas of budgeting, billing and staffing.

The Weber Shandwick Collective recognizes that your health and wellbeing are a priority. This is why we offer a full suite of benefits including:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401k (with employer match)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Juice Money – $60 monthly reimbursement to be used towards purchases that nourish your health, mind, body, and soul
• MyDays – Flexible holiday schedules
• Short-Term Disability
• Paid Employee Family Leave
• Family Building Benefit

Weber Shandwick is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Weber Shandwick recruits qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, ethnic or national origin, protected veteran status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status or citizenship status.

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Du fühlst Dich in der Markenwelt zu Hause und findest es spannend, wie unterschiedliche Konsumentengruppen ticken? Du möchtest deine Kenntnisse in der B2C-Kundenberatung verschiedener Branchen wie Food, Consumer Electronics & Entertainment weiter ausbauen? Du interessierst dich für klassische PR ebenso wie für Influencer Marketing und möchtest Teil unseres dynamischen und modernen Agenturleben werden? Dann müssen wir uns unbedingt kennenlernen!     

 

DEIN TEAM: 

Wir sind ein buntes Team von Media-Relations-, Social Media und Influencer-Expert:innen, das es liebt, Kommunikationskampagnen für namhafte Kund:innen zu erstellen – zusammen mit unseren Kreativen und Strateg:innen, die in ganz Deutschland verstreut arbeiten. Das heißt, wir arbeiten standort- und manchmal auch länderübergreifend – auf Englisch und Deutsch.  

 

DEINE AUFGABEN – DU…  

• betreust gemeinsam mit unseren Kommunikationsberater:innen nationale wie internationale Kund:innen aus den Bereichen Food, Entertainment und Consumer Electronics.   
• erstellst Texte wie Pressemitteilungen, Medien Pitches, Social Postings sowie Briefings für Journalist:innen, Influencer oder andere Partner:innen. 
• übernimmst proaktive Presse- und Medienarbeit mit Journalist:innen sowie Fach- und Lifestyleerxpert:innen und Influencern.  
• steuerst Projekte für namhafte Kund:innen und bist vor Ort auf verschiedenen Events und/oder Messen.   
• unterstützt bei der Planung, Umsetzung und Auswertung von Kommunikationskonzepten und innovativen Kampagnen. 

 

DAMIT PUNKTEST DU BEI UNS – DU…  

• verfügst über erste Berufserfahrung im PR-/Kommunikationsbereich in Form eines abgeschlossenen Traineeships oder einer vergleichbaren Erfahrung. 
• bringst erste Erfahrungen im oder alternativ ein ausgeprägtes Interesse für den Bereich Fast-moving Consumer Goods mit. 
• hast einen Überblick über die gängigsten Medien in Deutschland. 
• bist ein Teamplayer, besitzt ein großes Auffassungsvermögen und bringst dich proaktiv ein. 
• hast einen sicheren Umgang mit Microsoft Office (Word, Powerpoint, Excel, Outlook). 
• drückst dich sehr gut aus, sowohl in Deutsch als auch in Englisch. 
• NICE TO HAVE: Du hast bereits Beziehungen zu Medienkontakten aufgebaut, idealerweise im Bereich Consumer/Lifestyle. 

 

DAS BIETEN WIR DIR: 

• Einen unbefristeten Arbeitsvertrag. 
• 28 Tage Urlaub im Jahr sowie zusätzlich Heiligabend, Silvester und an deinem Geburtstag frei.  
• Hybrides Arbeiten und flexible Arbeitszeitenregelung.  
• Möglichkeiten zur temporären Remote-Arbeit aus dem EU-Ausland.     
• Subvention deines Deutschlandtickets sowie Bike-Leasing via Jobrad.  
• Unbegrenzter Zugang zu LinkedIn Learning.  
• Mental Health Initiativen wie die freie Nutzung der Headspace-App und unserer externen Mitarbeitendenberatung (EAP), mit der dir psychologische Expert:innen zu jeder Zeit zur Verfügung stehen.  
• Zahlreiche Mitarbeiterrabatte bei ausgewählten Shopping-Partner:innen.  
• Regelmäßig interne Workshops & Trainings. 

 

 

KLINGT NACH DIR?  

Dann bist du bei uns genau richtig! Los geht’s! Wir freuen uns auf deine Bewerbung. 

Du hast noch Fragen? Rufe mich gerne direkt an unter +49 30 203512 55. Ich bin Tatjana, deine Ansprechpartnerin. 

 

UNSER PROFIL: 

Wir sind eine der weltweit führenden Kommunikationsagenturen mit Niederlassungen in über 80 Ländern. In Deutschland arbeiten 160 Kolleg:innen unabhängig von einer Practice- und Standortstruktur übergreifend in agilen Teams zusammen. Wir beraten unsere Kund:innen an den Schnittstellen von Wirtschaft, Gesellschaft und Politik umfassend und bieten je nach Problemstellung und Herausforderung individuell zusammengestellte Teams aus unseren Kompetenz- und Skill-Clustern. 

 

Wir verpflichten uns zur Gleichberechtigung aller Mitarbeitenden und sorgen für ein diskriminierungs- und belästigungsfreies Arbeitsumfeld. Alle Einstellungsentscheidungen sind durch die Stellenanforderungen, die individuellen Qualifikationen und den geschäftlichen Bedarf begründet. Alle entsprechend qualifizierten Bewerber werden ungeachtet ihrer ethnischen Herkunft, ihrer Hautfarbe, ihrer Religion, ihres Geschlechtes, ihres Alters, ihrer sexuellen Orientierung, ihrer nationalen Herkunft oder einer Behinderung gleichermaßen für eine Anstellung berücksichtigt. 

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Account Director Public Affairs, Technology team

 

What’s Happening?

Weber Shandwick Brussels creates world-class work and word’s got out…Our reputation for delivering engaging campaigns that strike up conversations between policy makers and companies means we’re working with an enviable client list across a diverse range of sectors including; technology, healthcare, energy, sustainability, financial services and food and agriculture.

Our Technology team is looking for an Account Director, Public Affairs to join us in our Brussels office. This is a great opportunity to have an impact on high-profile clients and to grow in a global, award-winning agency.

 

What you’ll be doing

• Focusing predominantly on Technology policies, with occasional support required in other fields such as Sustainability;
• Managing a client portfolio, being the client’s primary contact and ensuring quality and timeliness in the delivery of Public Affairs strategies and services against budget
• Working alongside the team lead to grow the existing client portfolio, including identifying potential new clients and leading in the development of new business proposals
• Managing accounts, leading on day-to-day client work, translating client needs into project plans, advising and supporting clients, ensuring that results are achieved and client’s overall objectives are met;
• Under the leadership of senior staff, planning and implementing thought leadership campaigns, outreach programmes and organisation of events;
• Contributing to marketing and business development efforts;
• Supporting in attracting and developing junior staff, including line management responsibilities.

 

What We’re Looking For

• 5-7 years of relevant working experience. Previous experience in other EU Public Affairs agencies or in EU institutions is a bonus.
• An excellent understanding of the EU institutions and political dynamics surrounding digital policy
• Strong business acumen and appreciation of the commercial impact of policy decisions
• An entrepreneurial approach to client servicing and business development – with proven track record of business growth
• A good network in Brussels within Technology policy
• Capability as an advisor, including first class communication and writing skills
• Ability to solve problems and exercise excellent judgment with the ability to think ‘outside of the box’
• Understanding of agency financials and experience budgeting projects.
• Dynamic team player and able to work in a high-performance environment
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to offer high-level advice on the spot

 

What do we offer?

Weber Shandwick Brussels offers invaluable opportunities for enthusiastic and driven individuals to grow as Public Affairs professionals. We offer a competitive salary with excellent benefits (mobile phone, group insurance, hospitalization & extra medical costs insurance, a representation allowance, lunch vouchers), 20 days annual leave + 10 days extra legal holidays, and flexible working (including up to 6 weeks working from abroad).

We are a global company so we offer the advantages of a big firm, including leading-edge AI and analytics tools and the resources to invest in your personal and professional growth. But, at our heart, we still have the spirit of the small company we used to be: entrepreneurial, ambitious, fun. We are known for our imaginative and powerful campaigns that drive policy change, great client relations, collaboration, and teamwork – and our success is down to our amazing people. We look for original thinkers, who are passionate about policy and politics, and have a point of view, those who are constantly curious, commercially-driven, deliver to a high standard, and are keen to contribute to our success. 

 

About us

Weber Shandwick is a leading global communications network that delivers next-generation solutions to brands, businesses, and organizations in major markets around the world. Led by world-class strategic and creative thinkers and activators, we have won some of the most prestigious awards in the industry. The Weber Shandwick Collective is part of the wider Interpublic Group.

With over 15 different nationalities in the office, Weber Shandwick Brussels truly represents the heart of Europe. We’re lucky to attract some of the best minds in PA, PR & Comms. At Weber Shandwick, you can be yourself and own your impact. We encourage an inclusive work environment where being authentic, caring for each other, and being entrepreneurial is part of our core values. We foster a culture of growth and collaboration, we celebrate the hard work we do, and we care for each other’s wellbeing while doing it. Come work with us and be a part of shaping culture.

 

Note from the Talent Acquisition Team

Weber Shandwick is an Equal Opportunities Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or disability status. We make our careers website accessible to all users, if you need accommodation to participate in the application process, please let your Recruiter know. We got you!