Public Relations Manager

Franklin Templeton•New York, NY

1d•$110,000 - $130,000•Hybrid

About The Position

At Franklin Templeton, we’re advancing our industry forward by developing new and innovative ways to help our clients achieve their investment goals. Our dynamic firm spans asset management, wealth management, and fintech, offering many ways to help investors make progress toward their goals. Our talented teams working around the globe bring expertise that’s both broad and unique. From our welcoming, inclusive, and flexible culture to our global and diverse business, we provide opportunities to help you reach your potential while helping our clients reach theirs. Come join us in delivering better outcomes for our clients around the world! About the Department The Public Relations team at Franklin Templeton leads global external communications, helping shape the firm’s reputation and support key business priorities. The team works collaboratively across regions and functions, bringing together expertise in media relations, writing, and project management to manage media engagement within the financial services industry. Joining the team offers the opportunity to work closely with investment teams and communications professionals globally, gain exposure to global initiatives, and make a meaningful impact on the firm’s visibility and success. How you will add value as a PR Manager Strategy Execution You will develop and execute public relations plans that align with business goals and drive positive coverage while managing emerging issues. You will develop and deliver timely, relevant pitch ideas and story angles to key journalists across financial and trade media. You will monitor industry news and trends, providing thoughtful perspectives on where the firm can contribute meaningfully to external conversations. Stakeholder Management You will navigate a range of interactions, from day-to-day media engagement to meetings with senior internal stakeholders. You will collaborate closely with colleagues across the Public Relations team and external public relations agencies, contributing to shared priorities and team success. You will work with Marketing partners to align messaging, content, and product-related initiatives. You will coordinate with Social Media and Distribution teams to flag relevant media coverage and identify opportunities to extend its impact. Media Relations You will build and maintain strong relationships with top-tier financial and trade media outlets. You will serve as a primary point of contact for media inquiries - managing interviews, press releases, and related communications. Content Development You will create and manage compelling content, including press releases, media kits, and talking points. You will ensure all external communications align with the firm’s brand voice, messaging, and standards. Tracking and Reporting You will provide regular reporting and insights to measure the effectiveness of public relations efforts.

Requirements

6–8 years in public relations or corporate communications.
Experience in alternative asset management, private markets and/or the broader financial services sector.
Excellent writing, editing, and verbal communication.
Strong focus on attention to detail, follow-through and execution.
Ability to manage multiple projects and shift priorities.
Demonstrated success in developing comprehensive public relations program.
Relationships with key financial media.
Self-starter with a positive attitude and a strong curiosity about the business.
Strong work ethic, communication skills, and a collaborative, adaptable approach.
Accountable and aligned with business priorities.
Professional judgment, the highest level of confidentiality and commerciality.

Nice To Haves

Experience working on deal communications is a plus.

Responsibilities

develop and execute public relations plans that align with business goals and drive positive coverage while managing emerging issues.
develop and deliver timely, relevant pitch ideas and story angles to key journalists across financial and trade media.
monitor industry news and trends, providing thoughtful perspectives on where the firm can contribute meaningfully to external conversations.
navigate a range of interactions, from day-to-day media engagement to meetings with senior internal stakeholders.
collaborate closely with colleagues across the Public Relations team and external public relations agencies, contributing to shared priorities and team success.
work with Marketing partners to align messaging, content, and product-related initiatives.
coordinate with Social Media and Distribution teams to flag relevant media coverage and identify opportunities to extend its impact.
build and maintain strong relationships with top-tier financial and trade media outlets.
serve as a primary point of contact for media inquiries - managing interviews, press releases, and related communications.
create and manage compelling content, including press releases, media kits, and talking points.
ensure all external communications align with the firm’s brand voice, messaging, and standards.
provide regular reporting and insights to measure the effectiveness of public relations efforts.

Benefits

employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, a 401(k) plan with a generous match, and recognition rewards.
a comprehensive benefits package, which includes a range of competitive healthcare options, insurance, and disability benefits, employee stock investment program, learning resources, career development programs, reimbursement for certain education expenses, paid time off (vacation / holidays / sick / leave / parental & caregiving leave / bereavement / volunteering / floating holidays) and a motivational wellbeing program.
Three weeks paid time off the first year
Medical, dental and vision insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan with 85% company match on your pre-tax and/or Roth contributions, up to the IRS limits
Employee Stock Investment Program
Tuition Assistance Program
Purchase of company funds with no sales charge
Onsite fitness center and recreation center
Onsite cafeteria