Financial Communications, Mid-Level, New York

Fleishman-Hillard has an immediate opening for an experienced public relations professional to join its Corporate Financial team in New York. The candidate will have responsibility for the execution of media relations programs for multiple clients in professional and financial services. In this role, the candidate will assist in the development and implementation of proactive media outreach, strategic client counsel and issues management among other tasks.

The role is heavily focused on media relations and requires the candidate to be a self-starter, able to gather information from numerous sources, develop media plans and pitch ideas, and successfully get them into the trade and national media while building and nurturing close relationships with top-tier business and financial press. Existing media relationships are essential. Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Work to proactively place favorable stories and develop strong placement track record
• Work collaboratively and productively with team members, supporting senior account members
• Utilize excellent writing skills in development of press releases, Q&A, pitches, etc.
• Build close working relationships with trade and national media
• Research, conduct outreach and secure top speaking venues for clients

The ideal candidate will possess the following attributes:
• Be detail-oriented, highly organized and focused
• Have a keen awareness and interest in developments in the financial and professional services sector
• Effectively and professionally communicate to clients and team members
• Work as a team player in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines under pressure
• Display excellence in all basic account skills, including flawless media monitoring, preparation and merchandizing of clips, research skills on technology applications such as Factiva, CisionPoint, etc.
• Social media and blogger relation experience strongly preferred

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Excellent existing relationships within the professional and financial services media field
• 3-6years of public relations experience required, with a minimum of 2 years financial/professional services public relations experience
• Financial public relations firm experience a plus
• Proactive, engaging personality who can work well with all levels of client and firm management; show initiative, produce results
• Superlative communications skills (oral, written, and presentation)
• Advanced knowledge of business media and well-developed skills in building and maintaining media relationships
• Excellent organizational and planning skills; able to work quickly under pressure, handling and prioritizing multiple assignments
• Strong sense of client service and urgency; desire to learn, contribute and operate in fast-paced environment
• Ability to work within client budgets, manage worksheets and monthly client activity reports

About:

Fleishman-Hillard Inc., one of the world’s leading strategic communications firms, has built its reputation on creating integrated solutions that deliver what its clients value most: meaningful, positive and measurable impact on the performance of their organizations. The firm is widely recognized for excellent client service and a strong company culture founded on teamwork, integrity and personal commitment. Based in St. Louis, the firm operates throughout North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East, Africa and Latin America through its 80 owned offices. For more information, visit the Fleishman-Hillard website at www.fleishmanhillard.com.

Fleishman-Hillard is a part of Omnicom Group Inc. (NYSE: OMC) (www.omnicomgroup.com). Omnicom is a leading global advertising, marketing and corporate communications company. Omnicom’s branded networks and numerous specialty firms provide advertising, strategic media planning and buying, interactive, direct and promotional marketing, public relations and other specialty communications services to more than 5,000 clients in more than 100 countries.

Fleishman-Hillard is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. M/F/D/V.

Please do not contact the office directly – only resumes submitted through this web site will be considered.

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Account Executive:

The Lifestyle/Special Events division of a mid-size NYC public relations agency has an imeadiate opening for an Account Executive, working on an average on 3-5 accounts.

Responsibilities will include:
• Account strategizing and drafting of press materials- PR plans, press releases, media alerts, bios, etc.
• Client Pitching- long and short lead print features and editorial, as well as broadcast, internet and social media
• Maintain aggressive account activity, results oriented
• Excellent writing skills
• Strong experience handling special events- red carpet set up and execution

Qualifications:

4-6 years experience (previous agency experience is a must).

Please send resume, along with editor/ producer references.
Salary is based on experience
Full benefit package

About:

This confidential company is a sister company to Fleishman-Hillard and is a part of Omnicom Group Inc. (NYSE: OMC) (www.omnicomgroup.com). Omnicom is a leading global advertising, marketing and corporate communications company. Omnicom’s branded networks and numerous specialty firms provide advertising, strategic media planning and buying, interactive, direct and promotional marketing, public relations and other specialty communications services to more than 5,000 clients in more than 100 countries.

This company is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. M/F/D/V.

Please do not contact the office directly – only resumes submitted through this web site will be considered.

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Senior Account Executive, Healthcare
Fleishman-Hillard, New York

Fleishman-Hillard has an immediate opening in New York for an energetic, self-starting, Senior Account Executive to join our thriving healthcare practice. This position provides the opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment with collaborative teams and to contribute to integrated communications programs for premier healthcare clients.

The ideal candidate will be a passionate healthcare communicator with a minimum of three years experience supporting media and online strategies for medical society meetings, health education campaigns, health associations and healthcare companies. The position provides the opportunity to work on exciting communications programs for breakthrough pharmaceutical products, develop key relationships with major pharmaceutical clients, and manage the strategic outreach to regulatory groups, the media, third party organizations, healthcare professionals and consumers. This individual must possess strong writing skills and ideally, have experience translating complex science issues into consumer-friendly messages and materials. The ideal candidate will also be an early adopter of digital communications and social media.

Qualifications:

Candidates should posses the following:
• Minimum of three years of comparable healthcare experience, preferably in a communications agency, healthcare association or government health agency.
• Excellent writing and editing skills, including the ability to develop press materials and contribute creative ideas to communications plans.
• Knowledge and understanding of the FDA regulatory process and experience working through all pre- and post- approval phases of a drug launch.
• Strong media relations skills, with the ability to develop effective media pitch angles and successfully pitch story ideas to reporters.
• Ability to develop relationships with third party organizations, physicians and caregivers, and to attend external meetings and events representing the agency and client (medical conferences, third party events, etc.)
• Keen understanding of the role of digital media in integrated communications strategies.
• Experience pitching data and promoting studies.
• A collaborative team member, who can also work independently to more projects forward. Strong project management skills and problem-solving skills and ability to meet deadlines and work on multiple projects simultaneously is a must.
• Successful event management experience.
• Results-focused approach and commitment to go the extra mile for clients and colleagues.

About:

Fleishman-Hillard Inc., one of the world’s leading strategic communications firms, has built its reputation on creating integrated solutions that deliver what its clients value most: meaningful, positive and measurable impact on the performance of their organizations. The firm is widely recognized for excellent client service and a strong company culture founded on teamwork, integrity and personal commitment. Based in St. Louis, the firm operates throughout North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East, Africa and Latin America through its 80 owned offices. For more information, visit the Fleishman-Hillard website at www.fleishmanhillard.com.

Fleishman-Hillard is a part of Omnicom Group Inc. (NYSE: OMC) (www.omnicomgroup.com). Omnicom is a leading global advertising, marketing and corporate communications company. Omnicom’s branded networks and numerous specialty firms provide advertising, strategic media planning and buying, interactive, direct and promotional marketing, public relations and other specialty communications services to more than 5,000 clients in more than 100 countries.

Fleishman-Hillard is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. M/F/D/V.

Please do not contact the office directly – only resumes submitted through this web site will be considered.

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Vice President, Healthcare
Fleishman-Hillard, New York

Fleishman-Hillard has an immediate opening in New York for seasoned Vice President to join our thriving healthcare practice.

The position provides the opportunity to develop communications programs for breakthrough pharmaceutical products, to lead a team of professionals, counsel senior members of the marketing brand team of a reputable pharmaceutical company, and direct nationwide and international integrated communications programs involving media, third party organizations, healthcare professionals and consumers.

The ideal candidate will be a seasoned healthcare communicator with a minimum of eight years experience supporting media and online strategies for medical society meetings, health education campaigns, health associations and healthcare companies. This individual must possess strong writing skills and ideally, have experience translating complex science issues into consumer-friendly messages and materials. The ideal candidate will also be an early adopter of digital communications and social media.

Qualifications:

Candidates should posses the following:
• Minimum of eight years of comparable experience, preferably in a communications agency, healthcare association or government health agency.
• Previous experience managing pharmaceutical product communications, healthcare and science programs.
• Ability to develop relationships with third party organizations, physicians and caregivers, and to attend external meetings and events representing the agency and client (medical
conferences, third party events, etc.)
• High-level knowledge and understanding of the pharmaceutical regulatory environment and experience working through all pre- and post- FDA approval phases of a drug launch.
• Ability to translate clinical large amounts of clinical data and information into lay language.
• Proven understanding of media environment: healthcare trade, national, consumer, business, bylines, spokespersons
• Ability to determine strategic outreach plans to external audiences: third party organizations, healthcare professionals, media, etc.
• A collaborative team member and team leader, with strong project management and problem-solving skills and ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to effectively supervise and train mid-level and junior account staff, provide quality control, determine workflow and assignments.
• Excellent writing and editing skills, including the ability to develop and to strategically direct the creation of press materials and communications plans.
• Demonstrated strategic media relations planning, with the ability to develop strong media pitch angles, lead pitch teams and pitch story ideas to reporters.
• Keen understanding of the role of digital media in integrated communications strategies.
• Event management experience, including managing timelines and logistics.
• Excellent budget management and creation, forecasting and administration/operation skills.
• Strong client relationship skills and the ability to successfully represent FH and client companies to key stakeholders
• Track record of acquiring new business – either through the incremental growth of current clients or participation in large- and small-scale new business efforts
• Results-focused approach and commitment to go the extra mile for clients and colleagues.

Fleishman-Hillard’s reputation for quality, creativity, and results is the foundation of our distinguished status in the industry. We offer a competitive salary and superb benefits including medical/dental/vision, life/disability insurance, paid holidays, and a 401(k) plan with a significant company match.

About:

Fleishman-Hillard Inc., one of the world’s leading strategic communications firms, has built its reputation on creating integrated solutions that deliver what its clients value most: meaningful, positive and measurable impact on the performance of their organizations. The firm is widely recognized for excellent client service and a strong company culture founded on teamwork, integrity and personal commitment. Based in St. Louis, the firm operates throughout North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East, Africa and Latin America through its 80 owned offices. For more information, visit the Fleishman-Hillard website at www.fleishmanhillard.com.

Fleishman-Hillard is a part of Omnicom Group Inc. (NYSE: OMC) (www.omnicomgroup.com). Omnicom is a leading global advertising, marketing and corporate communications company. Omnicom’s branded networks and numerous specialty firms provide advertising, strategic media planning and buying, interactive, direct and promotional marketing, public relations and other specialty communications services to more than 5,000 clients in more than 100 countries.

Fleishman-Hillard is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. M/F/D/V.

Please do not contact the office directly – only resumes submitted through this web site will be considered.

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Senior Vice President, Healthcare
Fleishman-Hillard, New York

Fleishman-Hillard has an immediate opening in New York for seasoned Senior Vice President to join our thriving healthcare practice.

The position provides the opportunity to develop communications programs for breakthrough pharmaceutical products, to lead a team of professionals, counsel senior members of the marketing brand team of a reputable pharmaceutical company, and direct nationwide and international integrated communications programs involving media, third party organizations, healthcare professionals and consumers.

The ideal candidate will be a seasoned healthcare communicator with a minimum of ten years experience supporting media and online strategies for medical society meetings, health education campaigns, health associations and healthcare companies. This individual must possess strong writing skills and ideally, have experience translating complex science issues into consumer-friendly messages and materials. The ideal candidate will also be an early adopter of digital communications and social media.

Qualifications:

Candidates should posses the following:
• 10-12 years of comparable experience, preferably in a communications agency, healthcare association or government health agency.
• Previous experience managing pharmaceutical product communications, healthcare and science programs.
• Ability to develop relationships with third party organizations, physicians and caregivers, and to attend external meetings and events representing the agency and client (medical conferences, third party events, etc.)
• High-level knowledge and understanding of the pharmaceutical regulatory environment and experience working through all pre- and post- FDA approval phases of a drug launch.
• Ability to translate clinical large amounts of clinical data and information into lay language.
• Proven understanding of media environment: healthcare trade, national, consumer, business, bylines, spokespersons
• Ability to determine strategic outreach plans to external audiences: third party organizations, healthcare professionals, media, etc.
• A collaborative team member and team leader, with strong project management and problem-solving skills and ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to effectively supervise and train mid-level and junior account staff, provide quality control, determine workflow and assignments.
• Excellent writing and editing skills, including the ability to develop and to strategically direct the creation of press materials and communications plans.
• Demonstrated strategic media relations planning, with the ability to develop strong media pitch angles, lead pitch teams and pitch story ideas to reporters.
• Keen understanding of the role of digital media in integrated communications strategies.
• Event management experience, including managing timelines and logistics.
• Excellent budget management and creation, forecasting and administration/operation skills.
• Strong client relationship skills and the ability to successfully represent FH and client companies to key stakeholders
• Track record of acquiring new business – either through the incremental growth of current clients or participation in large- and small-scale new business efforts
• Results-focused approach and commitment to go the extra mile for clients and colleagues.

Fleishman-Hillard’s reputation for quality, creativity, and results is the foundation of our distinguished status in the industry. We offer a competitive salary and superb benefits including medical/dental/vision, life/disability insurance, paid holidays, and a 401(k) plan with a significant company match.

About:

Fleishman-Hillard Inc., one of the world’s leading strategic communications firms, has built its reputation on creating integrated solutions that deliver what its clients value most: meaningful, positive and measurable impact on the performance of their organizations. The firm is widely recognized for excellent client service and a strong company culture founded on teamwork, integrity and personal commitment. Based in St. Louis, the firm operates throughout North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East, Africa and Latin America through its 80 owned offices. For more information, visit the Fleishman-Hillard website at www.fleishmanhillard.com.

Fleishman-Hillard is a part of Omnicom Group Inc. (NYSE: OMC) (www.omnicomgroup.com). Omnicom is a leading global advertising, marketing and corporate communications company. Omnicom’s branded networks and numerous specialty firms provide advertising, strategic media planning and buying, interactive, direct and promotional marketing, public relations and other specialty communications services to more than 5,000 clients in more than 100 countries.

Fleishman-Hillard is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. M/F/D/V.

Please do not contact the office directly – only resumes submitted through this web site will be considered.

Read the rest of this entry »