Public Affairs/Public Relations, VP - Corporate Affairs

Blackstone • New York, NY

1d • $150,000 - $225,000

About The Position

Blackstone is seeking an experienced corporate communications professional to help manage media relations and communications, primarily for the firm’s Private Equity platform, which has over $350 billion in assets under management and more than 100 portfolio companies. The role will also support other responsibilities as assigned, with a particular focus on transactions and M&A.

The position is part of Blackstone’s New York-based Public Affairs group and reports to a Senior Managing Director who oversees communications and media relations for the Private Equity platform. The group manages the firm’s public relations, external messaging and reputation, social media presence, employee communications, and brand.

The successful candidate will support communications around transactions and fundraising, proactive and reactive media relations, portfolio company issues, and related matters. They will work with senior leadership, business professionals, corporate functions, marketing, and other stakeholders across the firm. The duties described are not exhaustive and may be changed or supplemented at Blackstone’s discretion.

Requirements

• At least 7 years of relevant experience.
• A track record of developing and managing media relations in a public relations agency, corporate, or government role.
• Strong oral and written communications skills.
• Strong news judgment, storytelling, and messaging skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Highly organized and self-starting, with strong time-management skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work efficiently under tight deadlines and thrive in a dynamic environment.
• Proactive and hands-on approach.
• Experience managing reputational risk and advising on strategy.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to interact effectively with senior employees and external contacts.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the financial industry.
• Private equity and/or deal experience.

Responsibilities

• Work with Private Equity business units on media strategy and communications for specific transactions.
• Manage multiple projects within a lean team.
• Act as a firm spokesperson with the press, including proactive media outreach and reactive story management.
• Manage press events, including interviews.
• Draft and coordinate press releases, media campaigns, talking points, thought leadership initiatives, and internal communications.
• Help manage communications relationships with portfolio companies.
• Support communications relating to fundraising, portfolio company issues, and other matters as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and FSA benefits.
• Paid time off.
• Life insurance.
• 401(k) plan.
• Discretionary bonuses.
• Certain employees may be eligible for equity and other incentive compensation at Blackstone’s discretion.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed