Public Relations Manager (Remote)

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a senior Public Relations Manager to lead strategic PR initiatives in a fully remote capacity. The role focuses on shaping the organization’s external voice, directing media relations, and steering high-impact campaigns across channels.

The ideal candidate brings 7+ years in PR with leadership experience and a proven ability to manage remote teams, budgets, and agency partnerships while delivering measurable reputation gains.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, or related field.
• 7+ years of progressive experience in public relations, with at least 3 years in a management role.
• Proven success in developing and executing high-impact PR campaigns.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive public relations strategies and campaigns.
• Manage all aspects of media relations, including proactive outreach and crisis communications.
• Oversee the creation and dissemination of press releases, media kits, and other PR materials.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key media contacts, influencers, and stakeholders.
• Monitor media coverage, analyze results, and provide strategic recommendations.
• Lead and mentor a team of PR professionals in a remote setting.
• Collaborate with executive leadership to align PR strategies with business goals.
• Manage the PR budget and external agency relationships.
• Ensure consistent brand messaging and voice across all external communications.

Skills

PR strategy

Media relations

Crisis communications

Team leadership

Remote management

Education

Master's degree in Public Relations

Tools

PR software

Analytics tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a distinguished leader in the Media & PR sector, is seeking an experienced and dynamic Public Relations Manager to lead their communications efforts on a fully remote basis. This senior role is crucial for developing and executing strategic PR campaigns, managing media relations, and enhancing the organization's brand reputation. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional leadership skills, a proven track record in managing complex PR initiatives, and a deep understanding of the media landscape. You will be responsible for guiding the PR team, crafting compelling narratives, and ensuring consistent, impactful communication across all channels, all while working remotely. This is an exceptional opportunity to shape the public perception of a leading company from your home office.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive public relations strategies and campaigns.
• Manage all aspects of media relations, including proactive outreach and crisis communications.
• Oversee the creation and dissemination of press releases, media kits, and other PR materials.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key media contacts, influencers, and stakeholders.
• Monitor media coverage, analyze results, and provide strategic recommendations.
• Lead and mentor a team of PR professionals in a remote setting.
• Collaborate with executive leadership to align PR strategies with business goals.
• Manage the PR budget and external agency relationships.
• Ensure consistent brand messaging and voice across all external communications.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, or a related field.
• 7+ years of progressive experience in public relations, with at least 3 years in a management role.
• Demonstrated success in developing and executing high-impact PR campaigns.
• Extensive experience in media relations, crisis communications, and reputation management.
• Exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with a strong command of executive messaging.
• Proven ability to manage teams and projects effectively in a remote environment.
• Proficiency in PR software and analytics tools.
• Strong understanding of digital PR and social media strategy.

Benefits

• Our client offers a highly competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement savings plans, and significant professional development opportunities. As a fully remote Public Relations Manager, you will enjoy unparalleled flexibility, autonomy, and the ability to shape impactful communication strategies from anywhere.