Associate for Strategic Communications

About Manhattan Strategies, an Award-Winning & New-Age Consulting Firm

By 2035, the majority of CEOs and senior decision makers will be digital natives: Millennials whose expectations will reflect a digital and visual life experience.

At Manhattan Strategies, our mission is rooted in a simple hypothesis: if you communicate visually, you maximize your power to compel action. To do it, we combine an attentive communications agency and a boldly ambitious design studio. Our work spans challenges of every size and stage, from pre-seed startups to Fortune 100 companies and from political campaigns to product launches.

Manhattan Strategies has been recognized by ADWEEK among the fastest-growing agencies and by Inc Magazine as one of the fastest-growing companies in America and the best B2B public relations provider in the United States. The firm has also won dozens of awards for its design, web development, branding and video production.

About the Associate for Strategic Communications

Manhattan Strategies is seeking an Associate for Strategic Communications. This is a full-time, on-site role. The best-fit candidate is a highly motivated public relations and social media strategist, who is skilled in assisting on multiple projects at one time while working with a fast-paced team of designers and communicators. 

Responsibilities:

• Content Creation: Assist in drafting press releases, blog posts, social media content and email campaigns.
• Media Relations: Build and maintain media lists, monitor press coverage, draft media briefs and assist with outreach to journalists and influencers.
• Research and Analysis: Conduct research on industry trends, competitive landscapes and target audiences to inform campaigns and strategies.
• Project Support: Collaborate with team members on marketing and communication projects, ensuring deadlines are met.
• Social Media Management: Schedule posts, engage with audiences and track performance across various platforms.
• Monitoring and Reporting: Track campaign performance and provide regular updates and insights using analytics tools.
• Client Interaction: Participate in client meetings and presentations to gain experience and provide support as needed.

Qualifications:

• 1-3 years of strategic communications/public relations experience
• Background in communications, public relations, journalism, or related field; agency or consultancy experience a plus
• Strong writing and editing skills with ability to produce clear, concise, and engaging content across channels
• Demonstrated ability to support client projects, manage deadlines, and coordinate with team members
• Skilled at research, media monitoring, and reporting to help inform strategy and measure impact
• Familiarity with communications tools (media databases, social scheduling platforms, analytics dashboards, etc.); curiosity about emerging digital and AI-driven platforms
• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or related field required

Benefits & Compensation:

• Base salary range is $50,000 to $62,000 per year
• Benefits include bonus eligibility and 401(k) with company match
• Paid family leave
• Healthcare and dental insurance