Public Relations Manager

G&F Financial Group; Bakersfield (CA); Remote; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Beem Credit Union seeks a Public Relations Manager to develop and execute PR strategies, manage media relationships, and lead crisis communication efforts. This role offers remote work arrangements and a competitive salary, along with benefits including health insurance and retirement contributions. Ideal candidates have a degree in business or communications and experience in public relations.

Benefits

Competitive salary reviewed annually

Remote work arrangement

Extended health, dental, and disability benefits

Paid time off and vacation benefits

RRSP with employer contributions

Banking perks including mortgage and lending products

Qualifications

• Experience in public relations and/or corporate communications.
• Experience building proactive PR strategies.
• Familiarity with PR surrounding M&A initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute Beem’s PR strategy.
• Build and maintain relationships with journalists and media outlets.
• Lead crisis communication planning.

Skills

Public Relations

Media Relations

Crisis Communication

Communication Strategy

Education

Degree in Business, Communications or Marketing

Job description

Beem Credit Union, founded by Gulf & Fraser and Interior Savings, is the second largest provincially regulated credit union in BC with approximately $ billion in total assets under administration. Beem employees work to serve over , members who live and work across the province. The credit union offers personal and commercial banking and a full range of insurance and wealth management services from branches that span BC from downtown Vancouver to the North Peace region.

At Beem, we strive to create a future where everyone in our communities can achieve financial wellness. We are proud to serve our members across BC by offering reliable advice, a welcoming environment, and a full range of personal and business banking, investment, and insurance solutions. We help our members find the best options to fulfill their financial potential. We believe in the power of progressive thinking and positive action to take incredible steps forward in every aspect of life.

Learn more about our journey to build Beem Credit Union at

Looking to join a team of driven, collaborative, and positive professionals, grow your career, and contribute meaningfully to your community? Sounds like this opportunity might be the perfect fit!

What this role is all about :

Beem Credit Union is seeking a driven and detail-oriented Public Relations Manager to play a crucial role in developing and contributing to our PR strategy, forging, and nurturing relationships with media professionals and journalists, and leading the charge in crisis communications management. If you're passionate about curating compelling narratives, building strong media relationships, and navigating complex communication challenges, we want to hear from you! Apply now to become our next Public Relations Manager and play a key role in shaping the future of Beem Credit Union.

This role will enjoy remote working arrangements. Experience Beem and the communities we serve!

What you’ll do : PR Strategy

• Develop / contribute to communications strategy from a public relations and media relations standpoint ensuring it aligns with Beem’s broader business objectives and values.
• Develop and execute Beem’s PR strategy and communicate to relevant stakeholders.
• Collaborate with cross functional teams to ensure Beem employees are up to date with and engaged in relevant PR initiatives or information.
• Develop and maintain standards, guidelines and procedures for corporate and branch public relations initiatives.

Media & Public Communications

• Build and maintain relationships with journalists and media outlets to facilitate timely and effective public communications.
• Build and maintain awareness of Beem in the community by managing external public relations through press releases, corporate annual reports and earned and paid media articles.
• Pitch news story ideas, coordinate interviews, and manage media inquiries to secure positive news and media coverage for Beem including public speaking opportunities.
• Manage media and press releases on behalf of Beem with an aim to always promote positive reception and consistent brand recognition.
• Lead the development and execution of the crisis communication planning, ensuring readiness of key spokespeople.
• Convey Beem brand and values through member and employee storytelling.

PR Analytics

• Conduct and utilize research, insights, customer data and analytics to measure the effectiveness of PR and social media activities, inform decisions, and make recommendations,
• Partner with Communications team to execute public relations strategy and maintain an appropriate flow of planned and reactive communications.
• Partner with Beem’s departments and branches as necessary in planning and executing PR-relevant projects and campaigns.

Minimum qualifications include a degree in business, communications or marketing, and experience in public relations and/or corporate communications. Experience building proactive PR strategies and familiarity with PR surrounding M&A initiatives are strong assets.

What you'll gain :

• Competitive salary, reviewed annually, within the range of $, to $,.
• Remote work arrangement from Beem Credit Union locations.
• Extended health, dental, and disability benefits.
• Paid time off and vacation benefits.
• RRSP with employer contributions and optional personal contributions.
• Banking perks, including mortgage and lending products.

At Beem, we value collaboration, initiative, agility, and curiosity, and are committed to inclusive employment practices.

Ready to join?

Visit us at and learn more about working at Beem Credit Union! We thank all applicants; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We are dedicated to accessible employment practices and encourage all qualified candidates to apply.