Media Relations, Sr. Manager

Battelle delivers when others can’t. We conduct research and development, manage national laboratories, design and manufacture products and deliver critical services for our clients—whether they are a multi‑national corporation, a small start‑up or a government agency.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

The Media Relations Senior Manager helps lead and execute key elements of the media relations/earned media function s includes building relationships with members of the media, external partners, Battelle subject matter experts and key influencers. The incumbent will monitor and manage Battelle’s international, national, regional and local media coverage, social media presence, and works closely with any external PR agencies contracted through Battelle.

Please note, this is an individual contributor role.

• Manages Battelle’s external public relations through the development of an integrated, organization wide strategy consisting of proactive media relations, response to media inquiries, management of public relations agencies, social media, proactive crisis planning and issues.

• Works with marketing colleagues to build/execute media relations and social media activities that support critical campaigns.

• Helps manage media relations budget to execute strategy and monitor/measure impact of media relations effectiveness.

• Serves as a company spokesperson to respond to active and emerging public and media relations issues 24 hours a day.

• Provides strategic public relations counsel for Battelle senior leadership.

• Continuously monitors and assesses media landscape to evaluate new opportunities and threats to Battelle’s reputation.

• Provides oversight and advice to staff regarding Battelle’s social media profile and how best to use these channels to enhance the company’s reputation.

The above statements are intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, activities and skills required of staff members. No statement herein is intended to imply any authorities to commit Battelle unless special written permission is granted by Battelle’s Legal Department.

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Journalism, Public Relations or Communications related discipline; 8 years’ experience handling national and local media relations; or an equivalent combination of education and or experience in a related field.

• Crisis management experience.

• Artificial Intelligence understanding and capabilities to optimize media relations activities.

• Technical writing experience as a reporter or editor in a deadline‑oriented environment.

• Experience in using social media as a key component of reputation management.

• Ability to manage multiple projects and adapt to changing priorities.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a wide variety of internal and external individuals.

• Knowledge and contacts with national reporters from major business magazines, top newspapers, and science publications.

• Balance life through a compressed work schedule :
  Most of our team follows a flexible, compressed work schedule that allows for every other Friday off—giving you a dedicated day to accomplish things in your personal life without using vacation time.

• Enjoy enhanced work flexibility, including a hybrid arrangement: You have options for where and when you work. Our Together with Flexibility model allows you to work 60% in‑office and 40% remote, with Monday and Tuesday as common in‑office days, dependent on team and position needs.

• Take time to recharge :
  You get paid time off to support work‑life balance and keep motivated.

• Prioritize wellness :
  Stay healthy with medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness incentives and benefits plus a variety of optional supplemental benefits.

• Better together :
  Coverage for partners, gender‑affirming care and health support, and family formation…