Director, External Communications

RE/MAX Real Estate•Denver, CO

53d•$100,000 - $150,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Director of External Communications serves as a leadership position within the REMAX and Motto Mortgage communications teams, playing a key role in the development of the two brands' external communications and public relations strategy. This position, which reports to the VP of Communications, will be responsible for directly managing external communications activities that promote, enhance, and protect the global, publicly traded company and its brands. It encompasses all inbound and outbound public relations efforts, including providing strategic oversight for both the U.S. and Canada.

Requirements

Degree in public relations, journalism, communications, or related field or equivalent
Must submit 2-3 writing samples
10+ years in public relations, government affairs or related field, with at least 3+ years with a global, publicly traded company and 2+ years in a leadership position
Superior written and verbal communication skills and strong knowledge of current media landscape
Proven track record of working effectively in fast-paced environment
Willingness to work outside of normal business hours as needed
Development of inspirational qualities that create an atmosphere in which people work together enthusiastically and cooperatively to produce outstanding results
Ability to lead through influence by forming productive relationships cross-functionally with leadership team and also with journalists
Talent to bring new thinking and suggest well-reasoned points of view for improving the performance of the business while also respecting what the company has accomplished
Availability to work in-person at least two days a week and additional days as needed

Nice To Haves

Experience working in the real estate industry is a plus

Responsibilities

Oversee and manage all aspects of the REMAX, REMAX Canada and Motto Mortgage public relations efforts, including national, regional and trade coverage, via press releases, media appearances, podcasts recordings, award submissions, thought leadership and more
Provide strategic communications counsel, leadership and vision for the REMAX and Motto Mortgage brands to help achieve global business objectives
Enhance and protect brand image worldwide, including in the U.S. and Canada as well as in 110+ countries and territories
Collaborate closely with all company departments, including internal and editorial communications, social media, investor relations and the executive leadership team, to develop and execute external communications strategies to drive share of voice and achieve relevant KPIs
Write, script and prepare executive communications for a variety of media, on-stage and written opportunities
Anticipate company direction, messaging and needs for C-Suite executives, providing guidance and keeping finger on pulse of company positions, messaging docs and more
Lead active and reactive positioning on reputational issues and urgent, on-demand matters
Provide coverage reports, media flags, media monitoring and daily clips to internal audiences
Manage relationships, assignments and direction for contracted public relations agencies
Support and empower the PR team to take initiative in making necessary decisions and hold team accountable for hitting business unit goals
Leverage regional trends and wins, adapting business strategy in a culturally sensitive manner to drive global growth and profitability across the U.S. and Canada
Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of global trends and the interconnectedness of different markets