Manager, Communications and Public Affairs

Global Strategy Group • New York, NY

3d • $75,000 - $85,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Global Strategy Group (GSG) works at the intersection of business, politics, and causes. Our team is made up of a great group of professionals who come from various backgrounds in strategic communications, research, and public affairs. Our culture and values play an integral role in how we operate, and we work hard to bring passion, energy, and drive to everything we do! Global Strategy Group is the go-to public affairs, communications, and research partner for companies, causes, and campaigns. We work with our clients to build their reputations, tackle big challenges, and win. Are you interested in communications, media relations, and writing? If so, Global Strategy Group is looking for you! We are seeking a Manager to join our growing Communications & Public Affairs Practice. Successful candidates will have a strong interest in working with clients in the public sector as well a desire and ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic, and demanding environment.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in strategic communications or public affairs in corporate, government, politics, non-profits, or agency settings, political campaigns, or a related industry
• Strong organization, prioritization, and project management and multi-tasking skills
• Experience using digital communications and social media platforms for clients
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure, in a fast-paced environment and maintain quality
• Excellent writing, editing, and verbal communication skills with strong presentation skills
• Team player with the ability to build and maintain strong working relationships with colleagues, clients, the press, and other stakeholders
• Takes initiative, is resourceful, and has a strong desire to work hard
• Comfortable with technology and learning new programs/systems
• Proactive and ability to work independently
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite of applications
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Ability and willingness to be on-site with a client in the greater NYC Area.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in the infrastructure or transit space highly valued
• Bilingual or multi-lingual abilities are highly valued
• Proficiency in graphic design software (Adobe, Canva, etc.) a plus

Responsibilities

• Produce client-ready drafts of materials, reflecting a deep comprehension of client requirements and strategic perspective.
• Proactively identify and anticipate client requirements, suggesting strategic approaches and deliverables to leadership.
• Support media relations efforts on behalf of clients through pitching compelling stories and media strategy. Lead the creation of media lists and cultivate relationships with regional/local reporters. Design tailored pitches, bolster pitching techniques, and harness media trend insights for impactful outreach.
• Manage specific operational streams, from conceptualization through execution with minimal oversight from senior staff, including coordinating independently with internal team, client in-house team, and other consultants and vendors; providing regular updates on progress, challenges, and solutions to the account lead.
• Manage and support professional growth of junior team members, specifically associates and senior associates, familiarizing them with the client’s voice and operational guidelines.
• Proactively identify opportunities to provide additional services to the client and work with internal teams to develop proposals, RFP responses, and other pitch materials.

Benefits

• GSG provides a comprehensive benefits package including excellent coverage for medical, vision, and dental insurance; paid parental leave; generous time off and holidays; 401k with employer match; and additional benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees