Communications Manager

First American Payments Systems•Atlanta, GA

7h•$90,000 - $110,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Communications Manager will lead communications in numerous areas for Deluxe, including working directly with VP, Communications to develop and implement communications strategies and plans. This individual will also develop, write, pitch and coordinate media and social media opportunities to promote Deluxe and its executives, and engage internal stakeholders with key business unit communications. Drive external communication strategy, partners with business and operational leaders, including CEO, as well as external agency, to plan, develop, and execute media relations and other communications tactics to reach and engage external stakeholders. Partner with internal marketing and content team to ensure alignment of content themes, messaging, and other external-facing efforts. Facilitates and coordinate the execution of speaking and other engagements, offering dedicated support to executives. Ensure the success of high-profile interactions and contribute to the overall effectiveness of company events and gatherings. Manage external resources in furtherance of communication and PR objectives

Requirements

Bachelors in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, English or related field (or equivalent experience) and 5 years experience.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Experience developing and implementing external communications and PR strategies

Nice To Haves

Masters Degree & 8 years experience in communications or related field
Experience managing agencies and external partners
Experience coordinating with marketing and content efforts
A strong track record of execution
Ability to manage a variety of key initiatives concurrently
Excellent writing/editing and verbal communication skills
Highly proactive and collaborative style

Responsibilities

Develop and implement communications strategies and plans.
Develop, write, pitch and coordinate media and social media opportunities to promote Deluxe and its executives
Engage internal stakeholders with key business unit communications.
Drive external communication strategy
Partner with business and operational leaders, including CEO, as well as external agency, to plan, develop, and execute media relations and other communications tactics to reach and engage external stakeholders.
Partner with internal marketing and content team to ensure alignment of content themes, messaging, and other external-facing efforts.
Facilitates and coordinate the execution of speaking and other engagements, offering dedicated support to executives.
Ensure the success of high-profile interactions and contribute to the overall effectiveness of company events and gatherings.
Manage external resources in furtherance of communication and PR objectives