PR & Corporate Communications Specialist

Panda Restaurant Group Inc; Rosemead (CA); Hybrid; USD 73,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid Work schedule

401K with company match

Yearly bonus opportunity

Full medical, dental, and vision

On-site fitness center, biometric care

Discounts at Panda restaurants

Paid time off starting 15 days + 7 hol

Education assistance and scholarships

Income protection including Disability

Bereavement leave

Job summary

Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. in Rosemead, CA, is seeking a PR & Corporate Communications Specialist to drive national public relations campaigns and corporate messaging for the brand.

You will partner with the Manager, PR & Communications, coordinate campaigns, support reporting, and liaise with cross-functional teams while providing administrative support to the PR & Communications team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing or Public/Government Relations.
• 3+ years of experience in communications, marketing, or public relations representing an organization in the community, preferably in a retail/hospitality environment.
• Valid Food Handler's Card within 30 days of employment.
• Complete annual store training if hired.

Responsibilities

• Campaign & Program Execution: Supports the implementation of programmatic campaigns (national/digital and earned-first) by managing deliverables, coordinating event and campaign logistics and collaborating with agency partners to ensure accurate information, assets, and brand guidance are shared.
• Communications & Reporting: Drafts and reviews press materials and other communications assets with attention to accuracy and brand consistency. Supports campaign reporting and ensures sufficient time for feedback and review before finalizing materials.
• Earned Brand and Influencer Partnerships: Assists in vetting earned brand and influencers and engaging in earned opportunities, coordinating gifting and tracking engagement. Ensures brand compliance and timely communication across partnerships.
• Cross-functional Liaison: Serves as a PR partner to internal teams, reviewing materials for brand consistency and supporting communications needs.
• Special Project Support: Provides PR & Comms leaders with support on other corporate communications initiatives and special projects, as requested.
• Administrative Support: Provides support to the PR & Communications team, including budget tracking, scheduling, meeting prep, and document management.

Skills

Communications experience

Public relations

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing or Public/Government Relations

Job description

Summary of Job Description:

The PR & Corporate Communications Specialist supports the execution of national public relations campaigns and other corporate communications programs that enhance Panda's reputation, build brand awareness, and support business objectives. This role works closely with the Manager, PR & Communications, to implement strategic messaging, coordinate and execute campaign logistics and tactics, and ensure alignment across internal and external stakeholders. This position also serves as a liaison to cross-functional teams and supports administrative and reporting needs for the PR & Communications team.

Job Responsibilities:

• Campaign & Program Execution: Supports the implementation of programmatic campaigns (national/digital and earned-first) by managing deliverables, coordinating event and campaign logistics and collaborating with agency partners to ensure accurate information, assets, and brand guidance are shared.
• Communications & Reporting: Drafts and reviews press materials and other communications assets with attention to accuracy and brand consistency. Supports campaign reporting and ensures sufficient time for feedback and review before finalizing materials.
• Earned Brand and Influencer Partnerships: Assists in vetting earned brand and influencers and engaging in earned opportunities, coordinating gifting and tracking engagement. Ensures brand compliance and timely communication across partnerships.
• Cross-functional Liaison: Serves as a PR partner to internal teams, reviewing materials for brand consistency and supporting communications needs.
• Special Project Support: Provides PR & Comms leaders with support on other corporate communications initiatives and special projects, as requested.
• Administrative Support: Provides support to the PR & Communications team, including budget tracking, scheduling, meeting prep, and document management.

Work Environment:

• 5-10% Travel. Applicants must be able to meet this requirement with or without reasonable accommodations.

How we reward you:

• Hybrid Work schedule
• 401K with company match
• Yearly bonus opportunity*
• Full medical, dental, and vision insurance *
• On-site fitness center, biometric screen, and flu shot clinic
• Discounts at Panda restaurants, theme parks, and gym memberships
• Paid time off starting at 15 days with 7 federal holidays*
• Continuous education assistance and scholarships*
• Income protection including Disability, Life and AD&D insurance*
• Bereavement leave*

*Benefits available for eligible permanent full time associates

Your background & experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing or Public/Government Relations
• 3+ years of experience in communications, marketing, or public relations representing an organization in the community, preferably in a retail/hospitality environment
• Obtaining a valid Food Handler's Card within 30 days of employment is a requirement of this position.
• If hired, successful completion of annual store training

Pay Range: P2 $72,500-$101,500 per year

* Within the range, individual pay is determined using various factors, including work location and experience.

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Panda Strong since 1983:

Founded in Glendale, California, we are now the largest family-owned American Chinese Restaurant concept in America. With close to 2,800 locations globally, we continue our mission of delivering exceptional Asian dining experiences by building an organization where people are inspired to better their lives. Whether it's impacting our team or the communities we work in, we're proud to be an organization that embraces family values.

You're wanted here:

Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal opportunity, and does not discriminate on the basis of any characteristic protected by law, including but not limited to sex/gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related conditions), gender expression, race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, and veteran status. Additionally, Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. complies with all federal, state, and local laws regarding requests for workplace accommodation.The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability.Applicants are entitled to reasonable accommodations, absent undue hardship, to effectively participate in the application and hiring process, for example, sign language interpreters.If you believe you require an accommodation for the application or interview process or for the position for which you are applying, please reach out to [e-mail].