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Job Type: Fulltime

Job Description:

Do you have five years of PR/Communications experience? Experience in real estate or financial services? Are you on the cusp of the next level of employment? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment? Read on for an opportunity with a growing PR firm…

Chicago communications agency seeks full-time Consultant for financial services group. Major client assignments for Fortune 100 company for its highly profitable real estate division. Boutique agency where everyone plays a role. Smart, hard-working, close-knit, fun culture. Fast paced, client driven environment. Report to Senior Consultant/Account leader. Six people in financial services group. Opportunity for well-qualified candidates to grow into account management and go as far as they want. Stable organization. Local talent ideal.

Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree, 5-7 years’ experience in PR. Top level written and oral communication a must. Candidates should be able to take initiative and work independently. Must thrive in a fast-paced environment driven by client needs. Very detail oriented and organized; accuracy and attention to detail a top concern.

Responsibilities: 70-75% media relations, including pitching; 25-30% account management. Spend 30-35% of time writing research reports, pitch letters, press releases and others. Hands-on role includes local and national media outreach, placement tracking, daily report writing.

Must keep up with status of clients’ businesses and industries. Clients heavily rely on agency’s counsel. Develop strategy and execution and draw on industry knowledge. Pull together as part of team to come up with solution, frequently on tight deadlines. Firm believes there is no “one way” to do things—help find creative answers. Client work includes bylined articles, brochures, presentations, competitive research, training sessions, reputation management, placement tracking, etc...

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