Senior Communications & PR Strategist

CAPTRUST; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Health, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) plan with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

CAPTRUST is seeking a PR professional to execute the firm’s strategic communications plan in partnership with the Communications Senior Manager. The role focuses on securing media placements and managing the firm’s awards calendar.

You will draft press materials, prep spokespeople, create content for webinars and thought leadership, and track PR performance across channels. A Bachelor’s degree and 3 years of B2B PR experience are required. This is an on-site role in Raleigh, NC.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent years of experience.
• 3 years of B2B public relations experience (agency or in-house).

Responsibilities

• Execute against CAPTRUST’s strategic communications plan in partnership with the Communications Senior Manager.
• Pitch and secure placements across top-tier, trade, broadcast, and local media.
• Vet and evaluate inbound media opportunities.
• Draft press releases, media pitches, and briefing documents.
• Prepare spokespersons for interviews and support media engagements.
• Manage the firm’s awards and accolades calendar and identify opportunities.
• Draft and submit award nominations highlighting CAPTRUST’s growth, culture and innovation.
• Partner with stakeholders to source data and storylines for submissions.
• Track submission outcomes and refine messaging based on results.
• Develop social media content to amplify coverage (LinkedIn).
• Track PR and awards performance and report on impact.
• Review content and uphold CAPTRUST writing standards.
• Draft internal news items, website content, and contributed articles.
• Support content for webinars, events, and thought leadership.

Skills

Writing

Research

Data sourcing

Interpersonal communication

Organizational skills

Project management

Professional presence

Curiosity & learning

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent years of experience

Job description

CAPTRUST is seeking a PR professional to execute the firm’s strategic communications plan in partnership with the Communications Senior Manager. The role focuses on securing media placements and managing the firm’s awards calendar.

You will draft press materials, prep spokespeople, create content for webinars and thought leadership, and track PR performance across channels. A Bachelor’s degree and 3 years of B2B PR experience are required. This is an on-site role in Raleigh, NC.