Media Relations Manager – Private Equity, London/New York

Hanson Search; New York, City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading private equity firm is seeking a Media Relations Manager to shape and lead their media strategy. The role involves managing media presence, building relationships with journalists, and crafting compelling narratives. Ideal candidates will have proven media relations experience, exceptional communication skills, and knowledge of the private equity sector in both the UK and US. This is a senior opportunity to make a significant impact in a global setting.

Qualifications

• Proven media relations experience, ideally in financial services or private equity.
• Strong existing network of journalist relationships across financial and business media.
• Exceptional writing and verbal communication skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to translate complex topics into engaging narratives.
• Knowledge of the private equity sector and media landscape in the UK and US.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver a media relations strategy aligned to business goals.
• Build and maintain relationships with journalists and media contacts.
• Act as the primary contact for media inquiries.
• Pitch stories to secure coverage across UK and US markets.
• Monitor industry coverage and advise leadership.

Skills

Media relations experience

Strong network of journalist relationships

Exceptional writing skills

Clear communication

Proactive and results-driven

Knowledge of private equity sector

Job description

Join a leading private equity firm with offices in London and New York as a Media Relations Manager. This is a unique opportunity to shape and lead media strategy for a global investment brand with strong international reach.

About the Role of a Media Relations Manager

As Media Relations Manager, you will manage and enhance the firm’s media presence across financial and general media outlets. You will foster strong relationships with journalists, analysts, and influencers, while crafting compelling narratives that position the firm as a trusted voice in private equity. Working closely with communications, marketing, and investor relations, you will ensure consistent messaging across all channels and markets.

Key Responsibilities of a Media Relations Manager

• Develop and deliver a comprehensive media relations strategy aligned to business goals.
• Build and maintain relationships with journalists and media contacts across financial and mainstream platforms.
• Act as the primary contact for media inquiries, providing accurate and timely responses.
• Proactively pitch stories to secure high-quality coverage across UK and US markets.
• Collaborate with senior stakeholders to align messaging across communications and investor relations.
• Monitor industry coverage and trends, advising leadership with insights and recommendations.
• Organise media events, interviews, and press opportunities.
• Support crisis communications to protect and strengthen the firm’s reputation.

Ideal Candidate

• Proven media relations experience, ideally within financial services or private equity.
• Strong existing network of journalist relationships across financial and business media.
• Exceptional writing and verbal communication skills with a sharp eye for detail.
• Ability to translate complex topics into clear, engaging narratives.
• Proactive, results-driven, and comfortable working under pressure.
• Knowledge of the private equity sector and media landscape in both the UK and US.

Why Apply?

This is a senior opportunity to make an immediate impact in a global private equity firm. You will play a pivotal role in shaping the firm’s reputation, securing high-profile coverage, and driving media engagement across London and New York.

How to Apply:

If you have the relevant experience and this opportunity sounds interesting to you, please get in touch with our team including a copy of your CV as soon as possible via the form below.

Hanson Search is a leading talent advisory and executive search consultancy with consultants based across the UAE, UK, USA, and Europe. We specialise in business-critical roles that drive revenue, reputation, and risk, with dedicated teams in Communications, Government Relations, Financial Communications, Public Affairs, Healthcare Communications, Marketing, Digital Marketing, Sustainability, Investor Relations and C-Suite recruitment. Please click here to find out more about Hanson Search.

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