Senior PR Manager

Chicago, Remote. Posted a month ago

The role

The Senior PR Manager will own the US and UK media presence for Perk. You will lead media strategy, build Tier 1 journalist relationships, and shape the corporate narrative. You will also drive executive profiling and manage PR agency relationships.

What you will do

Own the US and UK media strategy
Build and deepen Tier 1 relationships with journalists
Shape the corporate narrative
Drive executive profiling and prepare C-suite spokespeople
Translate tech and AI narrative into media-ready stories
Manage PR agency relationships
Bring AI into the day-to-day PR workflow

Required qualifications

Extensive experience in PR or corporate communications with a focus on US and UK markets
Deep, existing relationships with Tier 1 US and UK financial and business press
Proven track record securing earned coverage (digital and broadcast)
Financial communications background handling funding rounds, M&A and business performance narratives
Experience building corporate narratives
Experience working directly with senior leadership teams to prepare C-suite spokespeople
Strong agency management background
Strong background in B2B technology, fintech or SaaS
Sharp editorial judgement
Strong writer for press releases, bylines, executive commentary and media briefings
Confident media trainer and spokesperson coach
Ability to work with data to shape pitchable narratives

Benefits

Competitive compensation and equity ownership
20 vacation days and 12 public holidays
Three medical plans with company contributions and HSA option
Dental and vision coverage
Wellhub's gym subscription from start date
Life and disability policies from start date
401(k) plan with company matching
Partner discounts on pet insurance
Annual summer party
Access to Spring Health (12x therapy and 12x coaching sessions)
12-16 weeks' paid parental leave
16 paid hours per year for volunteering

Before you apply

Must be based within commuting distance of hubs
Submit resume in English
Submit an updated portfolio and/or resume

About the company

Perk is an intelligent platform for travel and spend management. It is a global company of more than 1,800 people with headquarters in London and Boston.