200+ applicants

Company

NerdWallet · 2 days ago

Lead, Public Relations/Communications Manager

United States

Full-time

Remote

Senior Level

$99K/yr - $186K/yr

5+ years exp

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Responsibilities

Drive and Execute PR Strategy: Design and implement communications strategies that enhance NerdWallet’s media presence in key financial areas.

Lead proactive and reactive media engagement to drive coverage in support of our SEO strategy and other business objectives.

Lead a High-Performing Team: Mentor and guide PR team members, fostering a collaborative, innovative environment.

Engage Key Stakeholders: Build and sustain relationships with top media, journalists, and influencers to drive impactful media coverage.

Measure Success: Track PR metrics, present findings, and adjust strategies to optimize outcomes.

Qualification

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Required

5-7 years experience in PR or communications (agency or in-house experience, personal finance experience preferred), with 2-3 years of people management experience preferred

Proven track record of developing and driving communications strategies aligned with business objectives

Deep experience in media relations and working with data and spokespeople to secure coverage

Experience with SEO

Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

Ownership-mentality, autonomy, and urgency in a fast-paced environment while handling multiple priorities

Background in personal finance

Experience managing contractors and external agencies

Experience with consumer comms and building thought leadership platforms

Experience with media partnerships

Benefits

Industry-leading medical, dental, and vision health care plans for employees and their dependents

Rejuvenation Policy – Vacation Time Off + 11 holidays + 4 Mental Health Days Off

New Parent Leave for employees with a newborn child or a child placed with them for adoption or foster care

Mental health support

Paid sabbatical for Nerds to recharge, gain knowledge and pursue their interests

Health and Dependent Care FSA and HSA Plan with monthly NerdWallet contribution

Monthly Wellness Stipend, Cell Phone Stipend, and Wifi Stipend

Work from home equipment stipend and co-working space subsidy

401K with company match

Financial wellness, guidance, and unlimited access to a Certified Financial Planner (CFP) through Northstar

Disability and Life Insurance with employer-paid premiums

Company

NerdWallet

Glassdoor

3.7

NerdWallet develops a financial platform to help people find the right credit cards and mortgage rates.

Founded in 2009

San Francisco, California, USA

501-1,000 employees

https://www.nerdwallet.com/

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