Public Relations Manager

Priority Consultants; Metro Manila; Remote; PHP 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote working opportunity

Competitive salary + performance-based

Paid time off and medical insurance

Mentorship and Priority Learning

High-performance culture

Job summary

Priority Consultants is looking for a Public Relations Manager to lead client relationships and drive impactful communications programmes. You will bring judgement, sector understanding, and consistent execution to deliver measurable results for diverse clients across APAC markets.

You’ll thrive by proactively shaping programmes, building media relationships, and guiding delivery across time zones and cultures, ensuring high-quality outcomes and client satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree (or higher) in public relations, communications, business management, mass communications, journalism, or a related field.
• 3–6 years of experience in public relations, with social media communications experience preferred.
• Excellent English (written and spoken).
• Strong client relationship and customer-focused skills.
• Ability to work effectively with people across time zones and diverse cultures.
• Strong media relations skills and understanding of traditional PR.
• Ability to work independently, demonstrating initiative and self-motivation.
• Willingness to learn, take on new challenges, and develop new skills.
• Highly driven and results-oriented, with a proven track record of meeting key performance metrics.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage client relationships and support the development of profitable, long-term partnerships.
• Provide proactive counsel based on industry trends, business developments, and client objectives.
• Plan and conceptualise communications programmes across media engagement, internal communications, and events.
• Execute programmes based on agreed client engagement plans, ensuring quality and timely delivery.
• Measure, modify where necessary, and report proactively on programme results.
• Develop, build, and maintain strong relationships with media and influencers.
• Research and develop original news releases, adapt corporate releases, and prepare other communications materials for local distribution.
• Follow up on media releases to secure coverage, interviews, and content placement opportunities.
• Monitor the media for relevant news trends, trending stories, and content relevant to the client’s business.
• Understand the competitor landscape and identify opportunities to strengthen client positioning.

Skills

Consulting mindset

Trusted communications partner

Sector knowledge

Program delivery ownership

Media relations

Time zone coordination

Education

Public relations or related field degree

Job description

Why this role exists

Priority Consultants is a consulting-led communications firm, not an agency that waits for instructions. In the age of AI, content is easy. What clients pay for is judgment, sector understanding, relationship strength, and consistent delivery.

We’re hiring a Public Relations Manager who can manage client relationships, deliver strong communications programmes, and build momentum by bringing insight, initiative, and consistent execution.

Who we are

Headquartered in Singapore, Priority Consultants has supported multinational B2B companies expanding into Asia since 1985. We’re 50+ full-time professionals working virtually across APAC markets—ambitious, outcomes-driven, and committed to lifting client experience and leadership standards.

Who you are

You’re proactive, self-motivated, and client-focused. You:

• Bring a consulting mindset to client work, understanding objectives and turning them into effective communications programmes
• Build strong client relationships and become a trusted communications partner
• Develop sector knowledge and stay close to business, media, and industry trends
• Take ownership of programme delivery, results, and client engagement
• Build strong relationships with the media, press, broadcast, online media, and influencers
• Work effectively across time zones and diverse cultures

You’ll thrive in this role if…

• You enjoy shaping communications programmes and leading discussions, rather than waiting for instructions
• You’re curious about different industries and enjoy learning about sectors such as technology, professional services, financial services, energy, and critical infrastructure
• You’re proactive and comfortable taking ownership of client programmes and deliverables
• You focus on client outcomes and quality, not just completing tasks
• You enjoy building relationships with clients and the media
• You’re driven by results and take pride in delivering against agreed objectives and performance measures

What you’ll own

• Manage client relationships and support the development of profitable, long-term partnerships
• Provide proactive counsel based on industry trends, business developments, and client objectives
• Plan and conceptualise communications programmes across media engagement, internal communications, and events
• Execute programmes based on agreed client engagement plans, ensuring quality and timely delivery
• Measure, modify where necessary, and report proactively on programme results
• Develop, build, and maintain strong relationships with media and influencers
• Research and develop original news releases, adapt corporate releases, and prepare other communications materials for local distribution
• Follow up on media releases to secure coverage, interviews, and content placement opportunities
• Monitor the media for relevant news trends, trending stories, and content relevant to the client’s business
• Understand the competitor landscape and identify opportunities to strengthen client positioning

How you’ll lead

• Drive quality in storylines, content, media engagement, and client deliverables
• Take initiative and ownership in managing client programmes and day-to-day communications
• Create clarity around priorities, timelines, deliverables, and follow-through
• Work collaboratively with the wider team to deliver consistent client outcomes

Must-haves

• Relevant degree (or higher) in public relations, communications, business management, mass communications, journalism, or a related field
• 3–6 years of experience in public relations, with social media communications experience preferred
• Excellent English (written and spoken)
• Strong client relationship and customer-focused skills
• Ability to work effectively with people across time zones and diverse cultures
• Strong media relations skills and understanding of traditional PR
• Ability to work independently, demonstrating initiative and self-motivation
• Willingness to learn, take on new challenges, and develop new skills
• Highly driven and results-oriented, with a proven track record of meeting key performance metrics
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment

What you get

• Remote working opportunity
• Competitive salary + performance-based incentives
• Paid time off, medical leave, and medical insurance (upon confirmation)
• Mentorship, coaching, and the Priority Learning Programme
• A high-performance culture that rewards initiative, judgment, and impact