Public Relations Specialist

Marsh McLennan•New York, NY

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a talented individual to join our External Affairs & Media Relations team at Marsh. This role will be based in New York City and offers a hybrid work arrangement, requiring a minimum of three days per week in the office. As a Public Relations Specialist, you will sit at the center of Marsh’s media strategy — building influential journalist relationships, crafting compelling narratives, and driving earned media coverage that shapes how the world sees one of the leading firms in the industry. From developing proactive story angles and coaching spokespeople to crafting reactive responses and analyzing media trends, this role touches every dimension of modern PR. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment where your writing, instincts, and relationships directly impact a globally recognized brand, this is the opportunity for you!

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field
1-3 years of experience in media relations, ideally from a media relations agency or in-house communication team
Strong written, verbal communication, and interpersonal skills
Resourceful, proactive, and confident in building and maintaining journalist relationships
Demonstrated ability in exercising discretion and maintaining confidentiality with sensitive information
Comfortable engaging and meeting with journalists in a variety of settings
Proficiency in MS Office

Nice To Haves

Experience advising and guiding senior stakeholders through media interactions and interviews

Responsibilities

Build and maintain proactive relationships with journalists and media outlets; pitch story ideas and pursue earned media opportunities
Write, edit, and distribute press releases, statements, bylines, and other external communications; ensure timely approvals and channel-appropriate messaging
Develop and maintain targeted media lists and contact databases; discover and add new outlets and journalists to expand reach
Prepare and staff spokespeople for media interviews: produce briefings, draft key messages and likely Q&A, run mock interviews, coordinate logistics and interviewer/staff assignments, and escalate substantive guidance to senior communicators when needed
Develop proactive narratives and craft timely reactive responses to media issues and emerging stories; coordinate across legal, compliance, and business stakeholders for consistent action
Monitor, track, and analyze media coverage and trends; summarize findings in concise reports and present actionable recommendations to inform communications strategy
Segment and evaluate media audiences to refine messaging and outlet selection based on audience mindset and influence
Represent and protect Marsh’s messages and reputation in all media interactions, ensuring alignment with legal, compliance, and organizational priorities
Support on-site media logistics and real-time journalist coordination at events to maximize coverage and operational readiness
Improve PR processes and channels by recommending tools, workflows, measurement approaches, and efficiencies