EY is hiring: Public Relations Lead Assurance, Associate Director in Baton Rouge

EY Public Relations Lead Assurance, Associate Director Baton Rouge, Louisiana Apply Now

At EY, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. We’re counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.

The opportunity

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic PR Associate Director to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing and executing strategic public relations plans that enhance the company's brand, increase visibility, and support business objectives. This role requires a creative thinker with excellent communication skills and a proven track record in managing media relations and public perception. You’ll serve as the first point of contact for media inquiries, assist firm leadership and teams by building media relationships, and delivering strategic messaging to the marketplace.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Partner with EY management to understand business objectives and establish PR programs that promote the firm.
2. Develop and implement comprehensive PR strategies that align with the company's goals and objectives.
3. Manage and oversee all public relations activities, including media relations, press releases, social media, and crisis management.
4. Build positive relationships with key media contacts to gain positive exposure for the firm.
5. Create and distribute compelling content, including press releases, articles, and social media posts.
6. Promote EY through media briefings, news releases, events, round tables, and articles.
7. Coordinate national PR strategies with regional public relations efforts.
8. Collaborate with BMC team to ensure cohesive messaging.
9. Analyze appropriate communications channels to build awareness of the firm's key messages.
10. Prepare and train company spokespeople for media interviews and public appearances.
11. Analyze PR campaign performance and provide regular reports to senior management.

To qualify for the role, you must have:

1. 10-plus years of public relations/communications-related experience.
2. Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, or a related field or equivalent experience.
3. Demonstrated success in building internal and external relationships at a senior level.
4. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
5. Excellent project management skills and interpersonal communication skills.

What we look for:

We’re looking for individuals who have strong business acumen and personal leadership. Innovative, creative thinkers who are strategic, collaborative, and consultative will thrive in this environment.

What we offer:

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. Our expectation is for most people in external, client-serving roles to work together in person 40-60% of the time. Under our flexible vacation policy, you’ll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances.

EY accepts applications for this position on an ongoing basis. If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.

EY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people, and society.

EY is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer providing equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to any legally protected basis, including arrest and conviction records, in accordance with applicable law.

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