Strategic Communications & Media Relations Lead

American President Lines; Arlington, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 74,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonuses

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

The CMA CGM Group, a global leader in shipping and logistics, seeks a Communications & Media Relations Manager to lead North America-focused communications. You will develop external and internal communications initiatives across media relations, digital content, and stakeholder engagement, reporting to the VP of Communications.

Responsibilities include creating press materials, managing media relationships, monitoring sentiment, and supporting events and internal communications to align with

Qualifications

• Requires Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in corporate communications, PR and media relations.
• Experience managing communications budgets and external agency relationships.
• Salary range observed: $74,000 – $101,500 per year.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute integrated PR and communications strategies to support CMA CGM’s NA objectives.
• Manage CMA CGM North America’s corporate reputation and stakeholder communications.
• Create press releases, media statements, speeches, and other corporate messaging.
• Build relationships with media and industry stakeholders to enhance visibility.
• Monitor media coverage and provide strategic counsel on reputational matters.
• Plan and support corporate events, leadership visits, and industry conferences.
• Support internal communications to strengthen employee engagement.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Media relations

Public relations

Strategic communications

Content development

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s Degree

Job description

The CMA CGM Group, a global leader in shipping and logistics, seeks a Communications & Media Relations Manager to lead North America-focused communications. You will develop external and internal communications initiatives across media relations, digital content, and stakeholder engagement, reporting to the VP of Communications.

Responsibilities include creating press materials, managing media relationships, monitoring sentiment, and supporting events and internal communications to align with