Sr. Public Relations Manager

Ladders; United States; Remote; USD 101,000 - 168,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

PTO 20 days

Flex days 3

Holidays 12

401k matching

Equipment provided

Job summary

Ladders is seeking a Sr. Public Relations Manager to lead proactive earned media across tech, SaaS, and nonprofit audiences. You will partner with executives and cross-functional teams to shape messaging, secure meaningful coverage, and respond quickly to timely news opportunities.

This remote US-based role requires 8+ years in PR, strong writing, and deep journalist relationships. You will drive awards, thought leadership, and measure outreach performance while coordinating with reporters and

Qualifications

• 8+ years in public or media relations, preferably with B2B, SaaS, or tech experience.
• Proven ability to secure media placements and evaluate story potential.
• Established connections with tech, SaaS, and nonprofit journalists.
• Strong writing skills in pitches, bylines, op-eds, and press releases.
• Ability to act swiftly on trendjacking opportunities.
• Familiarity with AI tools for media and content management.
• Experience collaborating with C-suite executives on messaging.

Responsibilities

• Own and develop the organization’s proactive earned media strategy.
• Manage media relations and build connections with reporters in relevant sectors.
• Evaluate and adjust pitch strategies based on outreach impact and AI insights.
• Write and secure placement for bylines, op-eds, and press releases with executives.
• Quickly respond to news cycles and opportunities for trendjacking.
• Coordinate awards submissions and gather necessary materials.
• Track media placements and analyze coverage effectiveness.

Skills

Media relations

Story pitching

Executive collaboration

Trendjacking

Strong writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications

Tools

AI tools for media

Job description

For our client, we are seeking a Sr. Public Relations Manager to join the team of a leader in the Information Technology space.

This role will lead proactive earned media efforts that elevate the organization’s reputation across tech, SaaS, and nonprofit audiences. You will partner closely with executives and cross-functional stakeholders to shape messaging, secure meaningful coverage, and respond quickly to timely news opportunities. The position also plays a key role in evaluating outreach performance, strengthening reporter relationships, and supporting awards and thought leadership initiatives.

Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available

Compensation: $100,500 – $167,600 annually

Responsibilities

• Own and develop the organization’s proactive earned media strategy
• Manage media relations and build connections with reporters in relevant sectors
• Evaluate and adjust pitch strategies based on outreach impact and AI insights
• Write and secure placement for bylines, op-eds, and press releases with executives
• Quickly respond to news cycles and opportunities for trendjacking
• Coordinate awards submissions and gather necessary materials
• Track media placements and analyze coverage effectiveness

Qualifications

• 8+ years in public or media relations, preferably with B2B, SaaS, or tech experience
• Proven ability to secure media placements and evaluate story potential
• Established connections with tech, SaaS, and nonprofit journalists
• Strong writing skills in pitches, bylines, op-eds, and press releases
• Ability to act swiftly on trendjacking opportunities
• Familiarity with AI tools for media and content management
• Experience collaborating with C-suite executives on messaging

Benefits

• Generous health, vision, and dental insurance options
• Competitive PTO package including 20 PTO days, 3 flex days, and 12 paid holidays
• 401k matching to support retirement savings
• Necessary equipment shipped to your home

Our client is an equal opportunity employer.