Media Relations Specialist, FICO Software Corporate Communications

FICO

17d • $67,200 - $105,600 • Remote

About The Position

As a Media Relations Specialist at FICO, you’ll play a key role in elevating the narrative around FICO’s Software business. You’ll help amplify the company’s software and analytics story across earned media by identifying compelling angles, shaping strong messages, and driving consistent visibility. In this role, you’ll collaborate closely with the broader Corporate Communications Software team, as well as product, marketing, and executive stakeholders, to support major initiatives—including product launches, technology innovations, customer success stories, strategic partnerships, and corporate announcements. This position is ideal for a strategic communicator who excels at translating complex concepts into clear, engaging media stories and who understands how broader technology trends influence the news cycle. You’ll manage day-to-day media relations, contribute to press strategy development, and maintain an always-on approach to engaging journalists. We’re looking for someone who is a natural relationship builder with strong media instincts, an eye for timely opportunities, and the ability to craft compelling angles that secure interviews and drive meaningful coverage.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field.
• 3-5+ years of experience in media relations, public relations, or communications—preferably in B2B tech and/or financial services.
• Outstanding project-management skills, with the ability to work with a broad team in different fields.
• Track record of developing and pitching innovative story ideas.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, including professional writing abilities.
• Exceptional understanding of the media landscape and a working knowledge of how to engage reporters across financial, technology and business outlets.
• Familiarity with new media and emerging media platforms.
• A proactive, detail-oriented mindset and a willingness to grow and take ownership of projects.
• Highly adaptable and collaborative—approaches work with humility, a hands-on mindset, and a readiness to support the broader communications team across varied responsibilities, workstreams and regions.
• Demonstrates confidence to engage senior leaders, eager to learn and adapt
• Thrives in fast-paced, high-growth settings, balancing multiple priorities with agility and consistently delivering results amid shifting demands.

Nice To Haves

• Agency experience and existing relationships in the B2B tech/fintech space preferred.

Responsibilities

• Research media trends, competitive news, and emerging topics to inform media strategy and uncover story opportunities.
• Provide media relations and pitching support across the FICO Software business, maintaining an always-on approach with journalists.
• Build and maintain media lists; oversee agency media management and ensure alignment on outreach priorities.
• Manage the speakership and conference pipeline, guiding the external agency in evaluating and recommending opportunities.
• Support the editorial calendar and content pipeline, contributing ideas and ensuring alignment with key narratives.
• Staff executive intake calls and develop media pitches; prepare spokespeople for interviews, events, and conferences.
• Handle inbound media inquiries, proactively pitch FICO news, and staff interviews as needed.
• Stay current on technology and industry trends to identify timely angles and position FICO in relevant conversations.

Benefits

• An inclusive culture strongly reflecting our core values: Act Like an Owner, Delight Our Customers and Earn the Respect of Others.
• The opportunity to make an impact and develop professionally by leveraging your unique strengths and participating in valuable learning experiences.
• Highly competitive compensation, benefits and rewards programs that encourage you to bring your best every day and be recognized for doing so.
• An engaging, people-first work environment offering work/life balance, employee resource groups, and social events to promote interaction and camaraderie.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees