Vice President, PR & Communication

Jamestown Management Corporation•New York, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Jamestown is seeking an experienced Vice President of PR & Communications to join its global PR & Communications team. Based in New York City, this senior individual contributor will play a central role in developing and executing integrated communications strategies that reflect the company's global scale, design-forward identity, and community-centered mission. Reporting directly to the Global Head of PR & Communications, the VP will manage high-profile media relationships, support executive positioning, and partner closely with teams across the organization to enhance and protect the Jamestown brand and portfolio of properties. The ideal candidate brings deep experience across corporate communications, real estate or placemaking, and a strong network of media contacts—and is energized by working at the intersection of brand, place, and storytelling. Jamestown is a global real estate investment and management company with over 40 years of experience creating places that foster innovation and build community. As of March 31, 2026, Jamestown manages $14.3 billion in assets across the U.S., Europe, and Latin America. Jamestown employs more than 600 people globally across 11 offices, including headquarters in Atlanta and Cologne. Through its vertically integrated platform, Jamestown brings a design-focused, hospitality approach to diverse product types, including retail, office, residential, mixed-use, and grocery-anchored shopping centers. Jamestown's current and previous projects include One Times Square and Chelsea Market in New York, Industry City in Brooklyn, Ponce City Market in Atlanta, Ghirardelli Square and Levi's Plaza in San Francisco, and Groot Handelsgebouw in Rotterdam.

Requirements

10+ years of experience in public relations and communications, with a track record of operating effectively in complex, matrixed organizations
Deep expertise in real estate, urban development, placemaking, retail/f&b, or a closely related industry strongly preferred
Demonstrated ability to develop and execute communications strategies that drive measurable business outcomes and elevate brand reputation at a national or global scale
Exceptional written and verbal communications skills, with a sophisticated ability to distill complex narratives for diverse audiences—from investors and media to community stakeholders
A robust and established network of media relationships across business, real estate, design, and lifestyle verticals
Proven experience advising C-suite executives on communications strategy and media positioning
Experience managing agency relationships and collaborating across cross-functional internal teams
Ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed, with flexibility for events outside standard business hours
Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field required; advanced degree a plus

Nice To Haves

Deep expertise in real estate, urban development, placemaking, retail/f&b, or a closely related industry
Advanced degree

Responsibilities

Develop and implement comprehensive PR and communications strategies that support Jamestown's corporate brand, portfolio properties, and key business initiatives across key markets
Serve as a senior communications partner to the Global Head of PR & Communications and cross-functional leadership, contributing to media strategy, message development, and reputational positioning
Build and deepen Jamestown's national and global media relationships, securing high-impact coverage in top-tier business, real estate, design, and lifestyle outlets
Drive earned media strategy at the corporate level, overseeing major announcements, corporate narratives, and portfolio-wide storytelling that elevates Jamestown's profile with investors, partners, and the public
Lead communications planning and execution for marquee initiatives—including landmark property openings, major capital events, strategic acquisitions, and high-visibility leasing announcements
Support executive visibility and thought leadership initiatives, including speaking opportunities, industry conference participation, media coaching, and content development for senior leaders
Manage relationships with external PR agency partners across the U.S., Europe, and Latin America; ensure strategic alignment, brand consistency, and accountability to results
Support crisis communications planning and response efforts in coordination with the Global Head of PR & Communications, legal, and executive teams
Collaborate cross-functionally with creative & marketing, leasing, asset management, and development teams to ensure message consistency across owned, earned, and paid channels
Monitor media coverage and industry trends; prepare regular reporting on PR metrics and share insights with leadership and key stakeholders
Stay current on evolving media, communications, and industry trends; bring informed perspective and best practices to the broader team