External Relations Manager

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:  

• Ability to understand and synthesize complex technical issues and present them in user-friendly messages or through visual representations.
• Excellent writing, editing and proofreading skills such as preparing presentations, writing speeches, articles and scripts
• Excellent verbal communication skills with experience in presenting information to groups and individuals
• Able to take a brief and turn this into action
• Stakeholder management skills
• Strong working knowledge of the media, established media contacts, and demonstrated ability to interface effectively with them at the national and grassroots levels
• Knowledge of the financial services, accounting and/or tax media landscape
• Deadline oriented with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to work independently and perform well under pressure, meet deadlines, resolve problems, innovate and meet goals
• Collaboration skills 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel and Word  
• Familiarity with Cision or other media relations databases

Required Experience, Qualifications & Education:  

• 5 + year demonstrable experience in public relations and communications in a corporate or agency environment, 
• Experience working on communications programs
• Experience working with media through a variety of channels
• Experience in crisis communication and reputation management
• Experience of working concurrently with multiple stakeholders and managing relationships

Preferred Experience, Qualifications & Education:  

• 10 years preferred
• Experience working in accounting, finance or financial services sector
• Degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline
• Additional languages based on the region.

Why Work for Us?
At The Association, you are part of a global, diverse and talented group of colleagues. You have opportunities to innovate and collaborate in a leading organization that impacts individuals and businesses. You’ll have opportunities to progress while enjoying an exciting work environment that supports and celebrates individual achievement, development and professional satisfaction.

Together, we will lead the most influential body of professional accountants and create the future of the global accounting profession.

We offer competitive benefits, PTO, flexible working principles, and a supportive, collaborative team environment.