Manager/ Senior Manager - Public Relations (International)

Tractors and Farm Equipment (TAFE); Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,700,000; Full time

Job summary

Tractors and Farm Equipment (TAFE) seeks a Manager Public Relations (International) to lead global PR and media strategy, strengthening brand presence and credibility across export markets. You will manage international media relations, plan region-specific campaigns, and collaborate with export teams, regional partners, and agencies to ensure consistent messaging and measurable impact.

This role demands strong writing, stakeholder management, and a track record coordinating multi-market

Qualifications

• Strong international PR and corporate communications experience.
• Established network with global and trade media.
• Proven ability to lead PR across multiple geographies and cultures.
• Experience in handling global product launches and trade fair communications.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute PR strategies across key export markets aligned with business goals.
• Plan and implement integrated PR campaigns for product launches, fairs, and corporate announcements.
• Adapt global communication strategies to suit regional market requirements.
• Build and manage relationships with international, regional, and trade media.
• Drive media outreach including press releases, interviews, and press meets across markets.
• Ensure consistent and positive media coverage in key geographies.
• Lead PR activities for international exhibitions, trade fairs, and events.
• Coordinate media interactions, press conferences, and on-ground coverage.
• Track PR performance including media reach, share of voice, and sentiment.

Skills

International PR

Corporate communications

Global media relations

Trade media networks

Multi-market campaigns

Stakeholder management

Agency management

Strategic planning

Crisis communication

Job description

As a Manager Public Relations (International), you will be responsible for driving TAFEs PR and media strategy across global markets, strengthening brand presence, credibility, and visibility in key export regions.

This role involves managing international media relations, executing region-specific PR campaigns, and ensuring consistent global messaging aligned with business objectives. You will work closely with export business teams, regional partners, and PR agencies to build strong brand narratives and enhance reputation across markets.

Role & responsibilities

• Develop and execute PR strategies across key export markets aligned with business goals.
• Plan and implement integrated PR campaigns for product launches, fairs, and corporate announcements.
• Adapt global communication strategies to suit regional market requirements.
• Build and manage relationships with international, regional, and trade media.
• Drive media outreach including press releases, interviews, and press meets across markets.
• Ensure consistent and positive media coverage in key geographies.
• Develop global press releases, media kits, and communication materials.
• Ensure consistency in brand messaging while allowing regional customization.
• Support creation of multilingual content aligned with market needs.
• Monitor international media coverage and brand sentiment.
• Manage brand reputation across global markets proactively.
• Support crisis communication and issue management in coordination with leadership.
• Manage PR agencies across different countries and regions.
• Coordinate with distributors, dealers, and partners for PR execution.
• Ensure alignment of agency deliverables with brand and business objectives.
• Lead PR activities for international exhibitions, trade fairs, and events.
• Coordinate media interactions, press conferences, and on-ground coverage.
• Ensure strong visibility and engagement during global events.
• Work closely with Export Sales, Marketing, and Product teams.
• Support leadership communication for international engagements.
• Collaborate with internal teams for aligned global messaging.
• Track PR performance including media reach, share of voice, and sentiment.
• Provide market-wise PR reports and insights to leadership.
• Identify opportunities to enhance brand visibility and impact.

Preferred candidate profile

• Strong experience in international PR and corporate communications.
• Established network with global and trade media.
• Proven ability to lead and manage PR across multiple geographies and cultures.
• Experience in handling global product launches and trade fair communications.
• Understanding of regional market dynamics and localization strategies.
• Strong writing and storytelling skills with global perspective.
• Excellent stakeholder and agency management capabilities.
• Ability to manage multiple markets in a dynamic environment.
• Proven ability to lead team and drive common business objective