Nickerson Company, Inc. is hiring: Senior Manager, PropTech PR & Communications

Senior Manager, PropTech PR and Communications

PR & Communications

Full-Time

Job Description

Our Senior Manager, PropTech PR and Communications will promote Nickerson and our clients by developing communications strategies and programs to promote and gain overall brand recognition for our real estate, PropTech and CRETech partners across our portfolio. This role will require a strong background in property technology and significant and relevant PR and Communications industry experience to guide our PropTech client-partners and inform our real estate and development industry client-partners. We are looking for a well-connected communicator who understands how to engage with a wide variety of audiences through relevant channels including consumer, trade, corporate and social channels. Candidate must be a sophisticated writer and thinker, a well-connected communicator who understands how to engage with the wide variety of the audiences we serve.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the strategy and execution of long- and short-term high impact PR and integrated marketing campaigns for PropTech clients including media tours, feature story development and pitching, social media programs, press releases, award programs, persona messaging, executive speaker placement, etc.
• Build and maintain relationships with key reporters, editors, and analysts.
• Serve as main point of contact for all external media inquiries.
• Serve as a main point of contact for Nickerson’s client-partners.
• Manage coordinators, senior coordinators and managers.
• Manage projects to ensure all action items/deliverables are met.
• Support the management of client expectations, ensuring projects remain within scope.
• React quickly to and assist in the management of crisis situations.
• Collaborate across creative services, events, and social media departments to develop and execute integrated communications programs.
• Review team’s work to ensure accuracy and quality.
• Adhere to agency systems, processes and best practices, serving as example for Nickerson team.
• Hold Lunch & Learn sessions to train team on best practices, new tools, etc.
• Prepare and deliver PR performance metrics to Leadership Team.
• Hold at least one (1) leadership role in an industry organization.
• Identify business development opportunities within current client-partner relationships.
• Attend multiple networking events monthly.
• Foster a sense of culture across the team and agency.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Demonstrated exemplary writing and critical-thinking abilities.
• A proven record of placing clients in top tier publications (tech, energy, real estate, etc.).
• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage external communications, public affairs, and media relations campaign development.
• Knowledge of the prop-tech space, ideally 3+ years of experience within the industry.
• Demonstrated ability to lead client-partner accounts.
• A willingness to represent the agency at networking events, through professional memberships.
• The ability to adapt and add value within a highly innovative agency.
• Competence in Microsoft computer programs including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Teams and OneDrive experience a plus.
• Previous experience with project management software (e.g. Asana, Monday, etc.).
• Experience managing a CRM (ideally Salesforce).

Location and Travel

Team member will work fully remotely with some anticipated travel to client-partners, industry events, etc. Candidates must be based in Greater Boston, MA or New York City.

Benefits and Culture:

• Remote Work – Nickerson offers team members the opportunity to work remotely and maintain a flexible schedule allowing time for workouts, philanthropy, attendance at networking events, walking the dog, after-school pickup, sports carpooling, and more!
• Healthcare – Our comprehensive healthcare package includes medical, dental, and vision care.
• Unlimited PTO – Nickerson offers unlimited paid time off, in addition to 11 federal holidays. Team members also get their birthdays off!
• 401(k) – Nickerson offers a 401(k) plan with 5% company match to help you save for retirement.
• Life & Disability Insurance – Nickerson offers life insurance in addition to long- and short-term disability insurance, paid 100% by the agency.
• Equitable Compensation – Nickerson is committed to an equitable compensation philosophy. By leveraging industry benchmarks and combining objective and performance-based criteria, we ensure fair and transparent salary decisions.
• Bonus Compensation – All Nickerson team members have the opportunity to secure additional bonus compensation through the procurement of new business opportunities.
• Coaching – We want you to be the best version of yourself. We offer training and coaching to help you recognize your strengths and build upon them. This may include conference attendance, online seminars, trainings, and other coaching opportunities.
• Professional Membership – Nickerson supports and pays 100% for team members to join at least one (1) professional organization. Leadership within the organization is encouraged. Opportunities to attend conferences, trainings, and developmental courses may also be paid 100% by the Company once approved.
• Philanthropy – Nickerson is committed to helping organizations drive social change and improve the communities in which we live and work. If a team member holds a leadership role with a charity, Nickerson will contribute $500 annually in recognition of their efforts.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – EAP services are offered through Unum for all team members, spouses or domestic partners, dependents, parents, and parent in-laws. These services are available 24/7 and are confidential. This benefit is 100% Company Paid.
• Worldwide Travel Assistance Program – Worldwide Travel Assistance services are offered through Unum for all team members, spouses or domestic partners, and dependents. These services are available 24/7 whether traveling for business or pleasure. This benefit is 100% Company Paid.

Mission, Vision, and Core Values:

Our Mission: We elevate the experiential journey
Our Vision: We serve as a trusted, global partner for elite, forward thinking brands

• Team First – We are a group of individuals who both depend on each other and hold one another accountable. We emphasize collaboration and team work to achieve excellence together.
• Creative Thinkers – We are solution-based individuals, resourceful and knowledgeable of our respective fields. Our creative thinking generates smart, quality, results for our client-partners.
• Positive Energy & Passion – We take pride in our passion for our work and our personal lives, ensuring a vital balance to sustain our positive energy and innovative ideas.
• Individuality & Diversity – We embrace each member’s individuality and perspectives, celebrating their uniqueness. We believe our diverse experiences elevate our creativity and produce the best results.

We are committed to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive professional environment. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply, and value each team members’ unique perspectives, recognizing they make our team stronger!

Nickerson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

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