Senior Public Relations Manager

Ibotta is seeking a Senior Public Relations Manager to join our innovative team and contribute to our mission to Make Every Purchase Rewarding. This person will be responsible for establishing overall proactive public relations and external communications strategies -- including earned media, editorial-driven paid media, top tier speaking opportunities, awards and PR agency management -- for both... the consumer and B2B sides of the business. This position is located in Denver, Colorado as a hybrid position requiring 3 days in office (Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday). Candidates must live in the United States. What you will be doing: • Work with the executive management team and cross functional leaders to establish overall public relations and external communications strategies for the company. • Concept and implement proactive, 360* PR campaigns – including paid, earned, social and owned elements – to strengthen the Ibotta brand and support the company’s growth oriented business goals. • Develop story angles, thought leadership content, and programs with maximum media exposure in both traditional and non-traditional media outlets, across core and emerging businesses. • Manage resources to ensure maximum exposure and cost efficiency in all communications efforts including service vendors, agencies and staff resources. • Collaborate with cross functional partners, including HR, Social, Business Development and Community teams, among many others to build and deploy strategic messaging programs. • Own the agency evaluation and review process as needed to determine the appropriate partner(s) to drive maximum exposure, thought leadership, and brand positioning effectiveness. • Ensure consistent and appropriate use of the company name and likeness in media commentary, press releases, promotions and partnerships. • Continually research and react expeditiously to internal/external communications needs, providing constant and candid feedback to the Executive Team and HR about potential issues, threats and opportunities. • Plan, manage and prepare the department's budget. • Embrace and uphold Ibotta’s Core Values: Integrity, Boldness, Ownership, Teamwork, Transparency & A good idea can come from anywhere What we are looking for: • 8+ years of communications/marketing experience. Previous experience in the Tech, FinTech, or B2B space preferred • B.A. in Communications, Marketing or related field preferred • Technical skills: journalist writing style (AP) knowledge. Ability to leverage data to develop content and evaluate the effectiveness of programs. Work processing, spreadsheet applications, presentation software and Internet proficiency. Desktop publishing software knowledge • Prior media spokesperson experience is preferred • Proven leadership ability in building and developing a cohesive team • Demonstrated excellence in both verbal and written communications is required. • Excellent organizational skills, summarizing abilities, prioritizing skills and developed interpersonal skills are essential. • Desire to work in a fast paced environment, with an ability to work under pressure • Ability to leverage both traditional and non-traditional media opportunities About Ibotta ("I bought a...") Ibotta (NYSE: IBTA) is a leading performance marketing platform allowing brands to deliver digital promotions to over 200 million consumers through a network of publishers called the Ibotta Performance Network (IPN). The IPN allows marketers to influence what people buy, and where and how often they shop – all while paying only when their campaigns directly result in a sale. American shoppers have earned over $1.8 billion through the IPN since 2012. The largest tech IPO in history to come out of Colorado, Ibotta is headquartered in Denver, and is continually listed as a top place to work by The Denver Post and Inc. Magazine. Additional Details: • This position is located in Denver, CO and includes competitive pay, flexible time off, benefits package (including medical, dental, vision), Lifestyle Spending Account, 401k match, and equity. Denver office perks include paid parking, bagel Thursdays, snacks and occasional meals. • Base compensation range: $136,000 – $154,000. Equity is included in overall compensation package. This compensation range is specific to the United States labor market and may be adjusted based on actual experience. Total compensation for this role also includes a variable component in addition to base salary. • Ibotta is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ibotta’s employment decisions are made without regard with race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. • Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. • For the security of our employees and the business, all employees are responsible for the secure handling of data in accordance with our security policies, identifying and reporting phishing attempts, as well as reporting security incidents to the proper channels. 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