Sr Manager, Communications

Dow Jones is a global provider of news and business information, delivering content to consumers and organizations around the world across multiple formats, including print, digital, mobile and live events. Dow Jones has produced unrivaled quality content for more than 130 years and today has one of the world's largest news-gathering operations globally. It is home to leading publications and products including the flagship Wall Street Journal, America's largest newspaper by paid circulation; Barron's, MarketWatch, Mansion Global, Financial News, Investor's Business Daily, Factiva, Dow Jones Risk & Compliance, Dow Jones Newswires, OPIS and Chemical Market Analytics. Dow Jones is a division of News Corp (Nasdaq: NWS, NWSA; ASX: NWS, NWSLV).

About the Team/Role:

You will support the day-to-day external communications efforts of the Dow Jones Corporate Communications team and the development of the long-term communications strategies for key business units. You will elevate the integrity and quality of Dow Jones products.

You will ensure our business strategy and corporate priorities are amplified throughout all Dow Jones corporate communications. You have media relations experience, knowledge of the ever-evolving media landscape and experience with informing audiences in a relevant and authentic way..

You Will:

Report to the Director of Communications and be based in our New York City Office (hybrid)

Develop, implement and oversee the execution of effective PR strategies that increase awareness of Dow Jones products and services, including The Wall Street Journal, Barron’s, MarketWatch, Factiva and Risk & Compliance

Create compelling storylines to pitch to external audiences and media outlets

Develop and implement a social media strategy to support and improve the company’s online presence and following leveraging our owned and operated channels in creative ways to amplify the impactful work of our brands

Draft press releases, internal communications and other materials to amplify achievements across the business, including revenue growth, subscription milestones, product launches, partnership announcements and more

Handle press inquiries and requests for interviews with Dow Jones executives

Track and record all external placements and comprise regular media reports

Develop and grow working relationships with important media contacts

Develop briefing materials for Dow Jones executives including talking points and FAQs for interviews and town halls

You Have:

Bachelor's Degree in Communications or equivalent related field

7+ years working experience, in public relations or corporate communications in global, mutli-faceted organization

Experience collaborating and working with multiple team members, including senior executives

Excellent interpersonal and verbal skills, with a strong understanding of messaging and reputation management

A high level of integrity and excellent sense of judgment

Established, working relationships with important media contacts, covering media, advertising and technology

Experience working in television or the media industry

Experience with crisis communications

Familiarity with Muck Rack, TVEyes and other media monitoring systems

Experience developing and executing social media strategies

Our Benefits

Comprehensive Healthcare Plans

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plans

Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Plans

Education Benefits

Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave

Family Care Benefits

Commuter Transit Program

Subscription Discounts

Employee Referral Program