Senior PR Manager

Perk

. Own Perk’s US and UK media strategy and day-to-day PR activity .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois • United StatesSenior💰 $123,500 - $145,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in PR and corporate communications, particularly within the US and UK markets, with a strong focus on building corporate narratives and managing media relationships. Proficient in integrating AI tools into PR workflows and maintaining accountability for agency performance against KPIs.

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Extensive PR ExperienceCorporate CommunicationsAgency ManagementB2B Technology ExpertiseC-Suite Media Training

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Hard Skills

Media StrategyCrisis CommunicationsPress Release WritingCorporate Narrative DevelopmentFinancial CommunicationsEditorial JudgmentData-Driven AnalysisStakeholder ManagementProactive PitchingNewsjacking

Soft Skills

Relationship BuildingCollaborationCommunicationCoachingAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

AI ToolsMedia Monitoring SoftwareResearch ToolsReporting Tools

Industry Keywords

Tier 1 OutletsFintechSaaSBusiness Performance NarrativesM&A CommunicationsDigital CoverageBroadcast CoverageCorporate PRHigh-Growth EnvironmentEnglish Language Proficiency

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own Perk’s US and UK media strategy and day-to-day PR activity
Lead proactive pitching, newsjacking, reactive press office, and crisis communications
Serve as primary contact for US and UK journalists
Build and deepen relationships with Tier 1 outlets including WSJ, Bloomberg, the FT, CNBC, and Forbes
Develop and maintain Perk’s corporate narrative with senior leadership
Shape messaging on company growth, financial performance, AI innovation, and platform positioning
Build C-suite media profiles through commentary, interview preparation, and proactive profiling
Translate AI and technology innovation into accessible, newsworthy media stories
Brief, manage, and hold US and UK PR agencies accountable to KPIs
Build in-house PR capability alongside agency partnerships
Integrate AI tools into media monitoring, drafting, research, and reporting
Support the Director of Communications on corporate and financial priorities
Collaborate with global teams and manage stakeholders across time zones

Requirements

What you’ll need

Extensive experience in PR or corporate communications focused on the US and UK markets
Deep existing relationships with Tier 1 US and UK financial and business press
Proven track record securing earned digital and broadcast coverage
Financial communications experience handling funding rounds, M&A, and business performance narratives
Experience building compelling corporate narratives from complex positioning
Experience working directly with senior leadership teams and preparing C-suite spokespeople
Strong agency management background
Strong background in B2B technology, fintech, or SaaS
Sharp editorial judgment
Strong writing skills for press releases, bylines, executive commentary, and media briefings
Experience training media spokespeople and coaching C-suite executives
Ability to use survey results, product analytics, and market research to shape narratives
Commercial understanding of PR’s contribution to pipeline, brand salience, and competitive positioning
Ability to incorporate AI into drafting, research, monitoring, and reporting workflows
Ability to independently own a US and UK PR programme
Ability to work across time zones and manage multiple stakeholders
Data-driven approach using coverage data, share of voice, and inbound metrics
Ability to work in a fast-moving, high-growth environment
English is the official language at the office
Resume must be submitted in English

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation and equity ownership in Perk
20 vacation days and 12 public holidays
Three medical plans with company contributions
HSA when enrolling in an HDHP medical plan
Dental and vision coverage
Wellhub gym subscription from start date
Life and disability policies from start date
Voluntary buy-up plans for additional protection
401(k) plan with company matching contributions
Partner discounts on pet insurance
Perk events, including annual summer party
Spring Health access to 12 therapy and 12 coaching sessions for employees and loved ones
12–16 weeks’ paid parental leave
16 paid volunteering hours per year
Up to 20 “Work from Anywhere” days per year
Four-week fully paid sabbatical after 5 years
Relocation support to one of Perk’s hubs