Senior PR & Communications Lead for Client Campaigns

HLK; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

HLK is seeking a Senior Communications Manager to lead and manage client communications across campaigns, launches, and calendars, driving efficiency and impactful results. The role interfaces with clients and internal teams to move projects forward with creative and business outcomes, focusing on flawless execution and measurable success.

The ideal candidate has at least five years in public relations or communications, a proven track record handling national accounts, and strong leadership and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in public relations, communications or related field.
• Minimum of five years of public relations or communications experience.
• Proven track record designing and executing PR campaigns locally and nationally.
• Experience leading client-facing accounts.
• Strong written and verbal communication and details-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Serve as day-to-day contact for assigned clients to develop and implement communications strategies.
• Create and manage strategic communications plans including goals, budget, tactics and measurement.
• Identify opportunities through social media and PR and communicate them through agency processes.
• Develop media relationships, respond to inquiries, and coordinate events.
• Lead social media channels and influencer programs.
• Provide reporting insights that influence marketing decisions and budgets.

Skills

Client-facing leadership

Strong communication

Attention to detail

Project management

Independent decision-making

Education

Bachelor's degree in public relations or communications

Tools

Brandwatch

Meltwater

Cision

Sprout Social

Hootsuite

HubSpot

Job description

HLK is seeking a Senior Communications Manager to lead and manage client communications across campaigns, launches, and calendars, driving efficiency and impactful results. The role interfaces with clients and internal teams to move projects forward with creative and business outcomes, focusing on flawless execution and measurable success.

The ideal candidate has at least five years in public relations or communications, a proven track record handling national accounts, and strong leadership and