PR Manager

BOLT; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mobility firm is seeking an experienced PR Manager in Toronto, Canada, to manage media relations and oversee integrated communication strategies. The ideal candidate has a strong network of journalists and outstanding communication skills. Responsibilities include building relationships with the press, collaborating with Public Policy, and managing communication crises effectively. This role is crucial in shaping the firm's public narrative in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in PR with strong journalist network.
• Proven ability to build and execute PR strategies.
• Passion for PR and the impact on building better cities.

Responsibilities

• Own media relations in Canada, building and maintaining journalist relationships.
• Collaborate with Public Policy on key topics.
• Work with marketing teams for integrated communication campaigns.
• Manage communication crises and provide effective responses.
• Train spokespeople for consistent brand representation.

Skills

Media relations

Communication strategy

Crisis management

Networking with journalists

Fluent English

Job description

Overview

We’re looking for an experienced PR Manager to handle our media relations in Canada. Location: Toronto, Canada

Main tasks and responsibilities

• Own media relations in Canada by building and maintaining strong relationships with journalists, responding to media inquiries, and staffing interviews and press events.
• Collaborate closely with Public Policy on key regulatory topics and public affairs matters in Canada.
• Work together with marketing and social media teams to deliver integrated communication campaigns.
• Manage communication crises and provide timely, effective responses when issues arise.
• Train and prepare spokespeople and support brand-related activities to ensure consistent and effective representation.

About you

• You are passionate about PR and the impact shared mobility can have on building better cities.
• You bring demonstrated experience in PR, including building and maintaining a strong network of journalists.
• You thrive in fast-paced, challenging environments and approach your work with a proactive, get-it-done attitude.
• You have flawless written and spoken English.
• You have proven experience building and executing PR strategies with a track record of shaping long-term public narratives, ideally in international and public policy-related contexts.
• Experience is great, but what we really look for is drive, intelligence, and integrity. So even if you don’t tick every box, please consider applying!

Apply

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