Squaremouth is looking for a Manager of Public Relations & Social Strategy to join its Marketing team. In this role, you are expected to become an expert in our business and vertical to grow Squaremouth’s public image as an innovative company and travel insurance industry leader.
The Manager of Public Relations & Social Strategy should be capable of developing and implementing strategic external communications with key media contacts, including but not limited to media pitches, press releases, and interviews.
Social strategy capabilities include creating and executing our social media strategy to promote the brand and increase customer awareness with an emphasis on content creation, trend analysis, influencer management, and metric monitoring.
They must possess exceptional written and verbal communication skills. They should be able to actively identify topics and events that are topical and newsworthy and should be able to meet strict deadlines to capitalize on media opportunities.
Responsibilities
Identify key public relations contacts and opportunitiesSecure media placement in trade and business publicationsAbility to interact successfully, build relationships, and influence national and local media representatives, reporters and editorsBuild out editorial content strategies based on industry events and consumer trendsResearch, draft, distribute, and pitch content to key media targetsExecute frequent, engaging press releases, from concept to completionAct as company representative, with the ability to speak confidently and informatively to mediaAbility to communicate concisely and translate complicated topics into lay languageStrong special media experience with a creative eye for creating brand initiatives and campaigns on all social media platforms.Strong writing skills, ranging from technical to creative writingAbility to analyze and report on results, and establish improvementsSelf-motivated individual with the ability to work autonomously, without close supervision, while maintaining our team approachKeep a constant pulse on current events and industry changes that impact business, with the ability to develop relevant and newsworthy contentQualifications
5+ years in PR, marketing, agency, or relevant experience requiredBachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, or equivalent3+ years of social media management experience including video production and editing experienceExperience using Cision, Meltwater, WordPress, Excel, Figma and social scheduling apps a plus.Able to handle constructive criticism and accept different points of view and feedbackDepartment MarketingRequired Experience: 5-7 years of relevant experienceRequired Travel: No Travel RequiredRequired Education: Bachelor's degree (4-year degree)HUB International Limited is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race/ethnicity, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran's status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal laws, rules or regulations. The EEO is the Law poster and its supplement is available here at http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm .
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