PR & Communications Manager; Remote
Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, 60290, USA
Listed on 2026-09-21
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Marketing / Advertising / PR
PR / Communications, Marketing Communications, Digital Marketing
PR & Communications Manager
Are you a sharp PR practitioner with a nose for a great B2B story and a track record of landing coverage that actually matters? Do you thrive in a fast-paced agency environment where the best idea wins and real results are the metrics that count? Then you may be the PR & Communications Manager we've been looking for.
Directive is the leading marketing agency for B2B. We’re the go-to partner for enterprise brands tackling complex marketing challenges. Our Communications division is growing, and we’re looking for a strong PR practitioner to do exceptional client work and grow with us.
The RoleThe PR & Communications Manager is a hands‑on executor and emerging strategist who brings deep PR expertise to a portfolio of B2B client accounts. You’ll lead day‑to‑day PR delivery — earned media, media relations, press releases, executive positioning, and thought leadership — while supporting our unique influencer and organic social programs. You’ll work closely with the Head of PR & Communications and play a key role in raising the quality bar across the practice.
Key Responsibilities- Develop, refine, and present strategic communications plans aligned with business objectives
- Execute integrated PR strategies for B2B clients across earned and owned channels, from media outreach and press releases to bylines, analyst briefings, and award submissions
- Build and maintain strong media relationships across trade, business, and tech press relevant to our clients' ICPs
- Craft compelling narratives and pitches that earn meaningful coverage in the publications that matter to B2B buyers
- Support executive positioning programs including media training, thought leadership content, podcast placements, speaking opportunities, and bylined articles
- Assist in influencer and practitioner briefing programs, including analyst relations and ICP‑aligned creator partnerships
- Contribute to organic social strategy and content as an extension of integrated communications programs, where relevant
- Utilize media and social monitoring tools to track trends, identify emerging issues, and uncover opportunities.
- Track, measure, and report on program performance against defined KPIs, tying PR activity to real business outcomes like share of voice and pipeline influence
- Collaborate cross‑functionally with other Directive service lines to ensure communications programs connect to broader client strategy
- Contribute to new business proposals and client presentations as a subject matter expert
- 4–7 years of experience in PR and communications
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with a flair for creativity
- Agency experience required; B2B or B2B tech experience strongly preferred
- Demonstrated track record of earning meaningful media coverage
- Strong media relationships and the ability to build new ones quickly
- Hands‑on experience with executive thought leadership programs: bylines, podcasts, speaking, contributed content
- Ability to translate complex B2B narratives into sharp, compelling pitches and stories
- On the pulse of industry news and trends across media and social media
- Comfort using AI tools to sharpen research, targeting, and workflows
- Willingness to travel to visit clients on an as‑needed basis
- Continuously strengthen PR expertise through proactive independent learning
- Bachelor's degree in public relations or communications preferred
- You embody our core values in every client and team interaction
- You act quickly on media opportunities and breaking news opportunities
- You consistently earn quality coverage and build media relationships that compound over time
- Your clients renew because they trust you and see real results from communications investment
- You contribute…
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