Public Relations Senior Specialist

At Moss Adams, we champion authenticity. For us, that means fostering a culture of talented people who care—about you, about our clients, and about our communities. Here, you’ll work towards our mission of empowering others to embrace opportunity, growing as a leader along the way. Our firm’s size, middle-market clients, customized career paths, and supportive culture make this a reality. Join a values-driven firm where you’ll have fun while solving complex and interesting business challenges.

The Public Relations Senior Specialist works closely with the Communications Senior Manager, regional- and industry-focused marketing personnel, subject matter experts, and our creative services group to drive external communication strategies for the firm. This position is looked to for media relations expertise, project management, writing and editing, and development and execution of our media relations strategies.

Individuals who thrive at Moss Adams exhibit the following success skills – Collaboration, Critical Thinking, Emotional Intelligence, Executive Presence, Growth Mindset, Intellectual Curiosity, and Results Focus.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute firmwide media relations strategy in support of our brand strategy and broader firm goals
• Manage relationship with and workflow of our external PR agency
• Manage media inquiries and interview requests
• Create content for media pitches, press releases, and byline articles
• Monitor, analyze, and communicate PR results on a regular basis
• Provide proactive support to local and industry-focused marketing managers in the development of PR plans
• Consult with partners and other firm spokespeople on best practices when speaking with the media

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required; Emphasis in Journalism, English, Public Relations, or related field preferred
• Minimum of 3 years of communications experience in an agency and/or corporate setting, with experience in a B2B environment highly preferred
• Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills
• Experience working closely with journalists and managing media requests
• Solid interpersonal and negotiation skills; ability to effectively interface with employees and leaders at all levels within the firm
• Strong project management skills and keen attention to detail
• Capability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, to prioritize workload, and to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to handle sensitive situations and confidential information with discretion
• Ability to travel as needed, up to 10%

Moss Adams is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.

Moss Adams complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact careers@mossadams.com.

California, Colorado, NYC, and Washington require employers to disclose the pay range in job postings. This is the typical range of pay for the position; however, actual pay may vary based on experience, skillset, and location. This position may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. For more information about our benefit offerings and other total rewards, visit our careers page.

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Compensation Range: Compensation range for Greater Seattle Area: $69,000-$86,000 Compensation range for Washington State (Excluding Greater Seattle Area): $65,000-$82,000 Compensation range for California State (Excluding Greater Bay Area): $70,000-$88,000 Compensation range for Colorado:$65,000-$82,000