An Amazing Career Opportunity for a Senior Manager, Public Relations!! 

Location: Austin, TX 

Job ID: 32672

 

Reporting into the VP, Communications at HID, the Senior Manager, Public Relations will be responsible for overseeing HID’s global PR program, strategy, and budget, as well as directly managing PR efforts for HID in the North America region (NAM). This role will directly manage two internal regional PR Managers and will manage all public relations activities in NAM, including building corporate PR plans and content; the creation of strategic communications plans that are aligned with the company’s campaign framework; and the development of timely, solution-oriented content for campaigns. 

 

This position will work closely with marketing leadership across HID’s six Business Areas, as well as a variety of internal subject matter experts to execute successful public relations programs globally, including vertical market, solutions-oriented PR, thought leadership and media relations.

 

The role requires strong leadership skills, the ability to collaboratively manage an internal PR team and external agencies, strong client management capabilities, and a track record of demonstrated success as part of a dynamic communications and/or marketing team with the ability to adapt quickly in a changing environment. 

 

Who are we? 

 

HID powers the trusted identities of the world’s people, places, and things, allowing people to transact safely, work productively and travel freely.

We are a high-tech software company headquartered in Austin, TX, with over 4,500 worldwide employees. Check us out here: www.hidglobal.com and https://youtu.be/23km5H4K9Eo 

 

As our Senior Manager, Public Relations, you’ll support HID’s success by: 

 

Overseeing HID’s entire Public Relations program, including the creation of global PR and thought leadership strategy, global PR messages and campaigns for use regionally and locally, media targets and distribution outlets Serving as primary point of contact and “client manager” for HID’s PR program with a variety of global stakeholders across HID’s six Business Areas Directly managing internal regional PR Managers, providing guidance and support to execute PR strategies at the regional level that drive quality coverage and build thought leadership globally Developing comprehensive public relations plans, which include media relations, article placements, securing interviews and speaking engagements, media events, and to accompany and support campaign framework initiatives, product launches and segment marketing initiatives Overseeing and managing HID’s PR budget, including global agencies and other consultants Building constructive relationships with target editors and journalists, serving as primary media contact for HID globally Developing global PR content that is relevant, timely and impactful in growing HID’s brand awareness, thought leadership, and share of voice Managing the NAM PR program, including tactical elements like agency management, media relations, content creation, and media pitching efforts Overseeing global PR reporting on a monthly/quarterly basis.

 

What we will love about your background: 

 

Ability to effectively communicate in the English language verbally and in writing Ability to read and interpret technical journals, specifications, international technical standards, etc.               All related software in industry. Familiar with social media platforms and management tools. Proficient in MS Office applications, such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc. Familiar with operating systems, such as Windows, etc.

 

Your Experience and Education include:             

 

7+ years public relations experience required and must be an experienced manager of PR programs.  Experience working with and managing relationships with external agencies and 3rd party vendors, with responsibility for budgets and achieving regional PR objectives.  Bachelor’s degree, preferably in communications, journalism or marketing discipline. Experience in business-to-business (B2B) preferred.  Experience in technology PR a plus. Experience managing PR within a campaign framework highly desired.  Requires strong communication skills, quick thinking and the ability to work well under pressure and tight deadlines along with solid verbal communication skills. Proactive, detail-oriented, highly organized and able to manage multiple tasks/projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines. Willingness to research, learn and implement new PR tactics, strategies, processes and systems. Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office.

 

Why apply? 

 

Empowerment: You’ll work as part of a global team in a flexible work environment, learning and enhancing your expertise. We welcome an opportunity to meet you and learn about your unique talents, skills, and experiences. You don’t need to check all the boxes. If you have most of the skills and experience, we want you to apply. Innovation: You embrace challenges and want to drive change. We are open to ideas, including flexible work arrangements, job sharing or part-time job seekers. Integrity: You are results-orientated, reliable, and straightforward and value being treated accordingly. We want all our employees to be themselves, to feel appreciated and accepted.

 

HID is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer – Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation.

 

 

We make it easier for people to get where they want to go!
On an average day, think of how many times you tap, twist, tag, push or swipe to get access, find information, connect with others or track something.  HID technology is behind billions of interactions, in more than 100 countries.  We help you create a verified, trusted identity that can get you where you need to go – without having to think about it.  
 
When you join our HID team, you’ll also be part of the ASSA ABLOY Group, the global leader in access solutions. You’ll have 61,000 colleagues in more than 70 different countries. We empower our people to build their career around their aspirations and our ambitions – supporting them with regular feedback, training, and development opportunities. Our colleagues think broadly about where they can make the most impact, and we encourage them to grow their role locally, regionally, or even internationally. As we welcome new people on board, it’s important to us to have diverse, inclusive teams, and we value different perspectives and experiences.

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