Senior Corporate Communications Lead

Marathon Strategies LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Marathon Strategies LLC, an independent communications and research firm, seeks a Senior Communications Associate to drive corporate campaigns for a diverse client portfolio. You will be a strong writer and strategic thinker, maintaining national media relationships and thriving in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes client management, content development, media monitoring, and proactive media engagement. 3–5 years in communications and a Bachelor's degree are required.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in communications in-house or consultancy.
• Bachelor’s Degree in related field.
• Experience implementing strategic communication programs for companies in the private and public sector.
• Proactive: Keep a finger on the pulse of the news cycle and come to each internal call with a minimum of 1 proactive idea.
• Managing Up: Prioritize managing up and let account leads know the status of projects.
• Attention To Detail: client-ready deliverables with flawless grammar and formatting.
• Professionalism/Dependability: meet deadlines and maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Supports multiple client account teams and acts as the day-to-day contact for at least one client.
• Implements strategic communication initiatives and programs with minimal oversight.
• Develop and cultivate a wide network of stakeholder relationships.
• Work with a team to execute strategic and creative corporate communication campaigns.
• Write and produce press releases, op-eds, reports, memos, briefing books, and presentations.
• Proactively analyze news and social media to inform strategy and recommendations.
• Build targeted media and stakeholder lists and pursue story pitches with measurable placements.
• Lead project management/workflow for client accounts and coordinate with other practice areas.

Skills

Strong writing

Media relations

Strategic thinking

Client service

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

Marathon Strategies LLC, an independent communications and research firm, seeks a Senior Communications Associate to drive corporate campaigns for a diverse client portfolio. You will be a strong writer and strategic thinker, maintaining national media relationships and thriving in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes client management, content development, media monitoring, and proactive media engagement. 3–5 years in communications and a Bachelor's degree are required.