Public Relations Specialist

LHH; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

LHH is seeking an experienced Public Relations Account Manager to lead client programs, drive media relations efforts, and provide strategic communications counsel across a diverse portfolio of accounts.

This role is ideal for a communications professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys building client relationships, and has a proven track record of delivering earned media and integrated campaigns.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or related field.
• 3+ years of public relations, communications, or agency experience.
• Demonstrated success securing earned media placements and managing media relationships.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail.
• Experience developing and implementing strategic communications programs.
• Strong project management and organizational abilities with the capacity to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day client relationships, serving as a trusted advisor and primary point of contact.
• Develop and execute proactive and reactive communications strategies aligned with client business objectives.
• Support clients across a variety of industries, gaining a deep understanding of their products, services, competitive landscape, and key audiences.
• Create high-quality written content including press releases, media pitches, fact sheets, presentations, executive communications, and other marketing materials.
• Drive media relations initiatives and secure earned media coverage across national, regional, local, trade, consumer, healthcare, business, and lifestyle outlets.
• Lead client meetings, status calls, and strategic planning discussions while ensuring projects remain on track and within scope.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including creative, digital, social media, and strategy professionals to deliver integrated communications campaigns.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining exceptional attention to detail and client service standards.
• Support social media and digital communications initiatives as part of broader integrated marketing efforts.
• Develop reporting and measurement frameworks to demonstrate campaign performance and business impact.

Skills

Media relations

Strategic communications

Client relationships

Writing

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or related field

Job description

Our client, a growing integrated communications and marketing agency, is seeking an experienced Public Relations Account Manager to lead client programs, drive media relations efforts, and provide strategic communications counsel across a diverse portfolio of accounts. This role is ideal for a communications professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys building client relationships, and has a proven track record of delivering impactful earned media and integrated marketing campaigns.

This is a hybrid opportunity with 3 days a week in office expected.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day client relationships, serving as a trusted advisor and primary point of contact.
• Develop and execute proactive and reactive communications strategies aligned with client business objectives.
• Support clients across a variety of industries, gaining a deep understanding of their products, services, competitive landscape, and key audiences.
• Create high-quality written content including press releases, media pitches, fact sheets, presentations, executive communications, and other marketing materials.
• Drive media relations initiatives and secure earned media coverage across national, regional, local, trade, consumer, healthcare, business, and lifestyle outlets.
• Lead client meetings, status calls, and strategic planning discussions while ensuring projects remain on track and within scope.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including creative, digital, social media, and strategy professionals to deliver integrated communications campaigns.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining exceptional attention to detail and client service standards.
• Support social media and digital communications initiatives as part of broader integrated marketing efforts.
• Develop reporting and measurement frameworks to demonstrate campaign performance and business impact.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field.
• 3+ years of public relations, communications, or agency experience.
• Demonstrated success securing earned media placements and managing media relationships.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail.
• Experience developing and implementing strategic communications programs.
• Strong project management and organizational abilities with the capacity to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Ability to think strategically while executing tactically.
• Experience leading client relationships and presenting recommendations to key stakeholders.
• Knowledge of social media and integrated marketing best practices.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to navigate complex communications challenges.
• Collaborative leadership style with the ability to work effectively across teams and mentor junior staff.
• Self-motivated professional with a commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

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