Public Relations Executive

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 51,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Performance-based bonus

Retirement savings options

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 partners with a prestigious investment firm seeking a Public Relations Executive to shape corporate communications, manage media relations, and protect the firm’s reputation within financial markets. Based in Kimberley, this hybrid role balances office collaboration with remote flexibility.

You will develop strategic plans, draft press materials, pitch stories, monitor coverage, and advise senior management on reputational risk.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in PR, Communications, Finance, Journalism, or related field.
• 6–8 years in public relations, with finance sector experience.
• Proven media relations success and high-impact coverage.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to explain complex finance.
• Strong network of financial media contacts.
• Crisis communications experience and strategic thinking.
• Hybrid work capability.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement PR strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Cultivate relationships with financial media and journalists.
• Draft and disseminate press releases and statements.
• Pitch stories to media to secure coverage.
• Monitor media coverage and assess impact on reputation.
• Manage crisis communications and execute response plans.
• Advise senior management on PR matters and reputational risk.
• Organize press conferences and investor briefings.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders for consistent messaging.
• Stay updated on industry trends and competitor activities.

Skills

Public relations

Media relations

Crisis communications

Strategic thinking

Finance knowledge

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in PR or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prestigious investment firm, is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Public Relations Executive to manage its corporate communications and media relations. This role is integral to shaping and protecting the firm's reputation within the financial industry and the broader public sphere. You will be responsible for developing strategic communication plans, building relationships with financial journalists, drafting press materials, and managing crisis communications. The ideal candidate possesses a strong understanding of the financial services sector, exceptional communication skills, and a proven ability to navigate complex media landscapes. Based in Kimberley, Northern Cape , this hybrid role offers a balance of office-based collaboration and remote flexibility. We are looking for a seasoned professional who can articulate the firm's value proposition effectively and maintain a positive public image.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive PR strategies for the firm, aligned with business objectives.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key financial media outlets and journalists.
• Draft and disseminate press releases, statements, and other official communications.
• Proactively pitch stories to relevant media, securing positive coverage.
• Monitor media coverage and analyze its impact on the firm's reputation.
• Manage crisis communications, developing and executing response plans.
• Advise senior management on PR matters and potential reputational risks.
• Organize press conferences, investor briefings, and other media events.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure consistent messaging across all platforms.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and competitor activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Finance, Journalism, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6-8 years of experience in public relations, with a significant portion focused on the financial services industry.
• Demonstrable success in media relations and securing high-impact coverage.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex financial concepts clearly.
• Strong network of financial media contacts.
• Experience in crisis communications management.
• Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid work environment.
• Professional demeanor and strong interpersonal skills.
• Understanding of financial markets and investment principles is essential.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package including private medical insurance, a performance-based bonus, and retirement savings options. This role features a Hybrid work model, allowing for flexibility between our offices in Kimberley, Northern Cape and remote work. We provide excellent opportunities for professional development, including industry conferences and training programs. Join a collaborative and high-performing team dedicated to excellence in financial communications. Our client fosters a professional environment that values integrity and expertise. This is a prime opportunity to significantly influence the public perception of a leading investment firm from Kimberley .