Public Affairs Manager

7 days ago


Arlington, Virginia, United States PLUS Communications Full time
Job Overview

PLUS Communications is a leading communications firm based in Arlington, Virginia, offering award-winning campaigns that integrate public affairs, corporate communications, digital, advertising, and media buying.

We are seeking a skilled Public Affairs Manager to play a key role in developing and executing communications plans, including message and content development. The ideal candidate will have experience distilling complex policy issues and/or regulatory affairs at the federal or state level.

Key Responsibilities
  • Craft compelling narratives by distilling complex policy and regulatory information into tangible messaging for various audiences.
  • Draft media and messaging materials, such as press releases, talking points, media statements, opinion pieces, and fact sheets.
  • Manage grassroots field teams for coalition building and local earned media efforts.
  • Coordinate media outreach and cultivate relationships with reporters.
  • Develop presentations, collateral materials, strategic plans, and other reports.
  • Track and monitor campaign deliverables and serve as a project manager for key accounts.
  • Serve as a liaison between PLUS' internal team, the client, other agency partners, and external vendors.
Requirements
  • 4-6 years of relevant experience in public affairs or communications, ideally in an agency or Capitol Hill/administration setting.
  • Proven experience in writing and editing materials and working with the press.
  • Strong understanding of AP Style.
  • Interest in public affairs and policy issues; ability to synthesize technical content.
  • Understanding of the communications landscape and how various communications channels work.
What We Offer

We provide competitive compensation with an opportunity for a year-end bonus. Our benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401k, and life insurance. We also offer a paid parental leave program, paid vacation, paid sick leave, and employer subsidy for commuter expenses. In addition, we have a hybrid work environment.

PLUS Communications is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.



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