Ernst & Young

Private Equity Public Relations Supervising Associate

Ernst & Young$72K — $134K *
Business Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in PR, communications, or equivalent experience
  • 5-7 years of relevant PR experience
  • Demonstrated success in media relations and communication strategies
  • Strong research, writing, and editing skills
  • Exceptional interpersonal and presentation abilities
  • Proven initiative and efficiency while working remotely
  • Detail-oriented in managing communications metrics and project deadlines

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement communications for the Private Equity Industry Group
  • Amplify brand presence and insights to target audiences
  • Manage media relations strategies and engage with reporters
  • Draft and execute messaging for briefing documentation
  • Support spokespeople during media interviews
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance communications
  • Track metrics related to communications initiatives

Benefits

  • Comprehensive compensation and benefits package
  • Flexible work environment with a hybrid model
  • Flexible vacation policy tailored to personal needs
  • Paid time off for designated holidays and leaves
  • Support for physical, financial, and emotional well-being
Full Job Description
Location: Boston, New York City, Iselin, Stamford, Hoboken, McLean, Chicago, Atlanta, Dallas, Houston

We are seeking a dynamic Communications Manager at the Supervising Associate level to join our EY Americas Go-To-Market Public Relations (PR) team. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in developing and implementing communications for our Private Equity Industry Group. This role requires a candidate with demonstrated experience and interest in external communications, including but not limited to media relations, executive visibility, social media, events, speaking engagements and more.

This position requires a strategic thinker with exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal. Your expertise will drive internal collaboration, enhance our market presence, and support our business objectives. Join us to lead our communications efforts and make a significant impact within our organization.

Your key responsibilities

As part of a highly collaborative team, you'll be contributing to and supporting the execution and management of communications programs for the Private Equity Industry Group at EY. You'll help us amplify our brand, elevate our sector's insights and reach internal and external target audiences.

Skills and attributes for success
  • Demonstrated success in activating the PR cycle: developing media relations strategies, tracking relevant news stories and outlets, identifying mediagenic content and opportunities, researching and vetting reporters, writing persuasive pitches, engaging with media, supporting spokespeople on interviews (prepping, staffing)
  • Capacity to serve as a point of contact with reporters and PR agencies
  • Ability to draft, obtain approval for and execute messaging for briefing books
  • Excellent research, writing and editing skills
  • Strong executive presence, interpersonal and presentation skills
  • Be able to take initiative and work efficiently in a remote setting
  • Detail-oriented management of communications metrics reporting, documentation and tracking
  • Ability to see projects through end to end, effectively managing and prioritizing deadlines


Ideally, you'll also have
  • PR agency management experience, either as an agency professional or as an in-house client
  • Experience navigating a matrixed global organization, including teaming with marketing and other enablement teams
  • Skills to leverage available tools and technology to measure impact of communication initiatives
  • Ability to be recognized for your communications knowledge, insight and experience within and outside of business unit
  • Ability to act as a strategic communications consultant with stakeholders when key business issues are discussed


To qualify for the role, you must have
  • Bachelor's degree in PR or communication or equivalent experience
  • five to six years of relevant PR experience


What we offer you
At EY, we'll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences. We'll empower you in a flexible environment, and fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. Learn more.
  • We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package where you'll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business. The base salary range for this job in all geographic locations in the US is $72,100 to $134,900. The base salary range for New York City Metro Area, Washington State and California (excluding Sacramento) is $86,600 to $153,300. Individual salaries within those ranges are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills and geography. In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options.
  • Join us in our team-led and leader-enabled hybrid model. Our expectation is for most people in external, client serving roles to work together in person 40-60% of the time over the course of an engagement, project or year.
  • Under our flexible vacation policy, you'll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances. You'll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.


Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.
EY accepts applications for this position on an on-going basis.

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EY focuses on high-ethical standards and integrity among its employees and expects all candidates to demonstrate these qualities.

About Ernst & Young

Ernst & Young (EY) is a multinational professional services firm that provides audit, tax, consulting, and advisory services to clients in a wide range of industries. The firm was founded in 1989 through the merger of Ernst & Whinney and Arthur Young & Co., and has since grown to become one of the largest professional services firms in the world. EY is committed to building a better working world by helping its clients solve their toughest challenges, and by creating a positive impact on the communities it serves.
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