Sr Manager, Corporate Communications

ABOUT US

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

BENEFITS

• Comprehensive Healthcare Plans
• Paid Time Off
• Retirement Plans
• Comprehensive Insurance Plans
• Education Benefits
• Family Care Benefits
• Commuter Transit Program
• Subscription Discounts
• Employee Referral Program

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. EEO/AA/M/F/Disabled/Vets.

Dow Jones is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, in our job application and/or interview process. If you need assistance or accommodation in completing your application, due to a disability, please reach out to us at [email protected]. Please put “Reasonable Accommodation” in the subject line.

Business Area:

CMO – COMMUNICATIONS

Job Category:

Communications & Corporate Affairs

Union Status:

Non-Union role

Pay Range: $65,000 – $200,000

We recognize that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as a company. As a result, we aim for flexibility in structuring competitive compensation offers to ensure we are able to attract the best candidates. The quoted salary range represents our good faith estimate as to what our ideal candidates are likely to expect, and we tailor our offers within the range based on the selected candidate’s experience, industry knowledge, location, technical and communication skills, and other factors that may prove relevant during the interview process.

Pay-for-performance is a key element in our strategy to attract, engage, and motivate talented people to do their best work. For bonus eligible roles, targets are set based on a variety of factors including competitive market practice.

For benefits eligible roles, in addition to cash compensation, the company provides a comprehensive and highly competitive benefits package, with a variety of physical health, retirement and savings, caregiving, emotional wellbeing, transportation, and other benefits, including “elective” benefits employees may select to best fit the needs and personal situations of our diverse workforce.

Since 1882, Dow Jones has been finding new ways to bring information to the world’s top business entities. Beginning as a niche news agency in an obscure Wall Street basement, Dow Jones has grown to be a worldwide news and information powerhouse, with prestigious brands including The Wall Street Journal, Dow Jones Newswires, Factiva, Barron’s, MarketWatch and Financial News.

This longevity and success are due to a relentless pursuit of accuracy, depth, and innovation, enhanced by the wisdom of past experience, and a solid grasp on the future ahead. More than its individual brands, Dow Jones is a modern gateway to intelligence, with innovative technology, advanced data feeds, integrated solutions, expert research, award-winning journalism and customizable apps and delivery systems to bring the information that matters most to customers, when and where they need it, every day.

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