A Sample of Current Job Opportunities

This section consists of a sample of our current searches. If something seems appropriate for you, or if you have a public relations, communications or investor relations background, and want your information on file here, please e-mail your resume and cover letter as a Word Document attachment to:

barry@peterbellassociates.com

In order to be considered for any position listed, we will need you salary information, including present base salary and any bonuses, stock options, etc. This will help us consider you for appropriate searches at your level.

If you are among the best matches for the position you have applied for, we will contact you to talk further and to set up a meeting. If we do not contact you, we will keep your information in our network for all future searches we conduct.

There is no need to keep re-sending your resume unless there has been a major change in your experience or your contact information has changed.

Be assured we review every resume, and if your e-mail is not returned, that we have received it.

 

 

Head of Public Relations for Technology/Financial-Related Company-New York, NY

 

 Our client is an international organization that makes technology products for the financial services industry. They are a well-recognized brand in their field. At this time they are looking to add someone to lead their global Public Relations in their midtown Manhattan office.

 

Responsibilities:

 

*Structure a comprehensive media strategy for the company, implementing a plan that optimizes awareness and recognition of the company in the media and amongst the analyst community across the globe.
*Publicize a consistent corporate message and image to major media and analyst organizations while developing and nurturing key relationships.
*Develop a comprehensive Global PR plan that is tightly integrated with the company’s overall Marketing and Product campaign strategies.
*Identify and evaluate current company/industry activities and identify trends which present major public relations/press opportunities/implications for the company.
*Craft compelling press releases, pitches, bylines, award submissions, reports, and more.
*Evaluate and orchestrate participation in media interviews and speaking engagements; lead media coaching to ensure key messages are adequately represented.
*Identify, track and report key metrics to validate the relevance and business impact of media/analyst programs.
*Develop third party PR agency scope of work and manage teams’ activities to meet strategic goals in US, Europe and APAC.
*Lead inter-departmental communications between New York Office and Corporate, as well as with regional EU and APAC Marketing and Sales organizations.

 


Requirements:

 

*Approximately 8-12 years technology and financial services pr focus.
*Strong rolodex of industry relationships in technology and financial services.
*Strong business acumen with the ability to direct and manage various tactical initiatives across the globe in a strategically integrated manner.
*Stellar track record showcasing increasing responsibility, preferably in a small to mid-sized organization.
*Exceptional writing and editing skills a must, with the ability to translate complex concepts into clear, concise, and compelling business messages.
*Expert presentation, communication, and relationship development skills, leading to the development of strong internal/external alliances.
*Highly organized, detail-oriented style and deadline-focused commitment.
*Proven self-motivator with a ‘start-up’ mentality and strong sense of personal accountability.
*Creative problem solving capabilities exercising sound judgment, creativity, and resourcefulness.
*Commitment to excellence and the willingness to go the extra mile to meet goals and objectives.
*Open, flexible, and collaborative team player with strong leadership skills and a proven ability to effectively manage down, up and sideways.
*Tenacity to thrive in a fast paced environment with continuously evolving business requirements.

 

People who are successful here are self-motivated, aggressive, hungry, driven, smart in addition to being very polished, professional and ethical.  The company is growing, they have an established parent company so this could be a great opportunity for someone with a combination of a technology & financial communications background or someone who is strong in one of those sectors and has a passion to learn about the other sector. Reports to Director of Marketing & Communications. Manage two public relations agencies.

 

Salary $100K+,plus bonus potential plus excellent benefits.

 

Local candidates only will be considered for this position.

 

To be considered for this position, and other opportunities in public relations, communications and investor relations, e-mail your resume and cover letter (which should include your current base salary and any bonuses) to:

 

barry@peterbellassociates.com

 

Due to the volume of resumes received, we can only contact the candidates that best fit the specifications for this position.  But be assured we did receive your information and that it is carefully reviewed by a member of our professional staff.

 

 

Please mention where you saw this job posting.

 

 

For more information on our search firm, please visit:

 

 

http://www.peterbellassociates.com


 

 

 

 

 Public Relations Managing Director-NY Office of UK Headquarted Pharma Agency-New York, NY

 

Our client is an established UK-headquartered pharma pr agency with an established New York office in midtown Manhattan.  They have a large parent holding company so you will have major financial resources to back you up. 

 

They are looking for a Managing Director to take their boutique-sized agency to the next level  and turn them into a midsize pr firm.  The position is 50% strategic counsel, managing  and mentoring a relatively a staff and operations and the other 50% will be new business development.  You are not expected to bring clients with you, but should have the hunger and desire to get on the phone, do new business presentations and bring in the business.  The agency believes in looking at things from a client’s perspective, having respect for people, being the type of agency everyone wants to work for as they become an influential healthcare pr agency in the U.S   We’ve met the people and they are genuine.

 

Should have at least 15 years experience, most of which should be in pr agencies, focusing of pharma pr with knowledge of biotech, medical technologies, consumer health, etc.  Broad-based exposure to business development, consultative selling, marketing, proposal planning, operations, financials, budgeting.  Proven track record in growing and winning business.

 

We will share a complete job description when we meet you.

 

Salary commensurate with experience.

 

Local candidates only will be considered for this position.

 

To be considered for this position, and other opportunities in public relations, communications and investor relations, e-mail your resume and cover letter (which should include your current base salary and any bonuses) to:

 

barry@peterbellassociates.com

 

Due to the volume of resumes received, we can only contact the candidates that best fit the specifications for this position.  But be assured we did receive your information and that it is carefully reviewed by a member of our professional staff.

 

Please mention where you saw this job posting.

 

For more information on our search firm, please visit:

 

http://www.peterbellassociates.com

 

  

 

Employee Communications Manager for Investment Bank-New York, NY

 

Our client is a well-known investment bank headquartered in downtown Manhattan.  Due to growth and an increased workload, there is a need for an Employee Communications Manager to come in and help the SVP, Human Resources to engage and inform the company’s employees.  You will come up with creative methods to get ideas across.  There is lots of interaction with senior management but you need to be mature enough to work alone.

 

You will play a key role in the development and implementation of employee engagement & communications programs for Human Resources. This position is also responsible for managing internal HR communications that promote a high-performance culture and supports the effective flow of information to all employees.

 

The ideal candidate will be an experienced communications specialist with strong program development and writing skills. This job requires the ability to think programmatically and execute tactically as well as work with and manage the expectations of a wide variety of constituents. Projects will require this person's hands-on involvement from beginning to end.

 

Responsibilities:

 

*Work closely with the SVP, Human Resources to design and implement communications strategies to drive better business results through employee engagement, focus and commitment.

 

*Partner with HR colleagues and business clients to improve message coordination on company goals, employee news and senior management messages that support employee engagement and company values.


*Serve as the key resource for internal HR communications best practices and branding so that appropriate guidelines are being followed.

 

*Develop internal communications strategies for key initiatives and events that inform, engage, and motivate employees.

 

*Monitor the effectiveness of communications through measurement tools.

 

Qualifications:

 

*A minimum of 5-10 years relevant experience in internal communications and/or human resources communications. Preference is someone out of financial services or another heavily regulated industry. 

 

*Experience managing and developing inter/intranet content, tactics and tools to reach employees in impactful ways will be highly-valued.

 

*Excellent written and communication skills; writing samples required.

 

*Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple projects and competing deadlines.

 

*Ability to work in a team-oriented culture and independently.

 

*Professional demeanor and comfort in engaging senior management and working with employees at all levels of the firm.

 

Salary commensurate with experience.

 

Local candidates only will be considered for this position.

 

To be considered for this position, and other opportunities in public relations, communications and investor relations, e-mail your resume and cover letter (which should include your current base salary and any bonuses) to:

 

barry@peterbellassociates.com

 

Due to the volume of resumes received, we can only contact the candidates that best fit the specifications for this position.  But be assured we did receive your information and that it is carefully reviewed by a member of our professional staff.

 

Please mention where you saw this job posting.

 

For more information on our search firm, please visit:

 

http://www.peterbellassociates.com

 

Communications Director for Corporate Social Responsibility-Leading International Company-Philadelphia, PA

 

Our client is a global services company that has a true commitment to bettering the state of the world.  They are looking for a Communications Director for Corporate Social Responsibility to provide support for internal, external and public relations communications.  Corporate communications skills are the key to this role.  Experience in corporate social responsibility is not a must but you should have a strong interest in the field.  Issues include Community Relations, Health & Wellness and Environmental Stewardship.  This is an individual role, reporting to the Vice President of Community Relations.  Need excellent writing skills and relationships with top-tier reporters.
 
 
This is a new position, there’s  room for growth and you should have the desire to take on more responsibility in the future in a matrixed organization.  The corporate culture is conservative, blue collar and business-casual.  People are very smart but they’re humble and enjoy working in a collaborative work environment. 
 
 
Salary commensurate with experience. Looking for an individual with about 5-10 years experience who has worked at large companies and is still  growing in their career.  This position is located in Philadelphia but our client is open to relocating candidates from the Northeast and the East Coast through a potential sign-on bonus.  We will share a complete job description when we interview you.
 
 
To be considered for this position, and other opportunities in public relations, communications and investor relations, e-mail your resume and cover letter (which should include your current base salary and any bonuses) to:
 
 
 
 
Due to the volume of resumes received, we can only contact the candidates that best fit the specifications for this position.  But be assured we did receive your information and that it is carefully reviewed by a member of our professional staff.
 
 
Please mention where you saw this job posting.
 
 
For more information on our search firm, please visit:
 
 
 
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Public Relations-Technology/B2B Senior Account Executive-New York, NY


 

Our client is an established German public relations firm.  They have a midtown Manhattan office and they’re looking for a Senior Account Executive with a background in B2B pr and/or technology pr. Should have at least 3-5 years of work experience and understand  technical products and services.  Client is a high-end cable manufacturer, whose cable is used in the wiring of the most modern ships, factories and so on.  With the help of a new team, you will be creating whole B2B communication concepts independently and will also be responsible for the budget.  You must understand how to present complex market and target group connection in an easy and understandable way. Have the ability to comfortably and effectively negotiate with clients. You will enjoy providing excellent service and the client is your top priority.

 

Salary range $55K-$75K.

 

Local candidates only will be considered for this position.

 

To be considered for this position, and other opportunities in public relations, communications and investor relations, e-mail your resume and cover letter (which should include your current base salary and any bonuses) to:

 

barry@peterbellassociates.com

 

Due to the volume of resumes received, we can only contact the candidates that best fit the specifications for this position.  But be assured we did receive your information and that it is carefully reviewed by a member of our professional staff.

 

Please mention where you saw this job posting.

 

For more information on our search firm, please visit:

 

http://www.peterbellassociates.com

 

 

 Public Relations Manager for Food & Consumer Packaged Goods Products-Bergen County, NJ

 

 Our client is one of the most highly-respected consumer products companies in the world.  You are familiar with their brands and enjoy them often!  They currently have an opportunity for a Public Relations Manager for their Northern New Jersey office.  You’ll get to lead communications on some of the most famous brand names of all time!

 This position leads strategic and tactical excellence in public relations (Brand PR and Social Media) for their brands in the United States and Canada, including leading the development and implementation of innovative and best-in-class programs; maximizing impact and exposure to strengthen brand equity and contributing to volume growth. Looking for an authoritative
voice and a resident expert for both  Public Relations and Social Media for the company.  Set highest standards for excellence in PR within the organization and with the external agencies. Serve as their communications strategist and steward. Develop and maintain an understanding of the media community, including new and emerging media vehicles.  Have  ability to manage large budgets but also have the creativity to come in “under budget.”  You will oversee our clients’
agencies on media relations strategy while being directly responsible and “hands-on” with top-tier media relations.
 
Position reports to Director of Brand Public Relations.  Work closely with the other areas of communications (corporate media relations; corporate social responsibility; shopper marketing; integrated marketing; internal communications; advertising,public affairs), to ensure program integration and multi-brand/corporate opportunities are maximized. Also work with corporate external media relations.  There are no direct reports but you will manage multiple agencies.  About 6-12 trips a year so figure about 10-20% travel, many of which of celebrity-related!  We will share a complete job description when we talk with you.
 
Requires someone with approximately 7-12 years of public relations experience. Public Relations agency experience is highly desirable (you should be a VP or SAS at a large pr agency or VP or SVP at a smaller pr agency). working on food and/or consumer packaged goods accounts.  Should have leadership skills, gravitas, be smart, well-rounded, have good common sense,
understands public relations strategy, programs and is an excellent counselor to internal clients.  Salary approximately $100K-$120K plus 20% target bonus.  Position is in Bergen County, New Jersey but there are shuttle buses from Manhattan and there might be some relocation assistance for candidates in the New York City metropolitan area through a sign-on bonus.
 
Local candidates only will be considered for this position.
 
To be considered for this position, and other opportunities in public relations, communications and investor relations, e-mail your resume and cover letter (which should include your current base salary and any bonuses) to:
 
 
Due to the volume of resumes received, we can only contact the candidates that best fit the specifications for this position. But be assured we did receive your information and that it is carefully reviewed by a member of our professional staff.
 
Please mention where you saw this job posting.
 
For more information on our search firm, please visit:
 

 

Public Relations, Communications & Investor Relations Opportunities-NY, NJ, CT & Throughout The U.S.

 

Peter Bell & Associates is an executive search firm specializing in public relations, communications and investor relations recruiting. We take the time to talk in-depth and meet our clients and candidates to ensure our placements work well for all parties involved.

 

We work with corporations, public relations firms, and non-profits (small, medium and large), that are looking to hire public relations, media relations, corporate communications, internal (employee) communications, external communications, benefits communications, executive communications, speechwriters, writers, public affairs and investor relations professionals.

 

Sectors include consumer products, retail, food/wine, fashion, beauty, lifestyles, luxury goods, technology, financial services, professional services, travel, entertainment, sports, manufacturing, industrial, and of course, biotech, life sciences, pharmaceutical and healthcare.

 

You should have anywhere from 2-20+ years experience with a stable career path. Some positions require agency experience, some require corporate experience and some require both. Strong written and verbal communications skills needed for all opportunities.

 

Most of our positions are in New York City, New Jersey, Connecticut and Westchester, though we have placed people in positions from Massachusetts to California.

 

To be considered for this position, and other opportunities in public relations, communications and investor relations, e-mail your resume and cover letter (which should include your current base

salary and any bonuses) to:

 

barry@peterbellassociates.com

 

Due to the volume of resumes received, we can only contact the candidates that best fit the specifications for this position. But be assured we did receive your information and that it is carefully reviewed by a member of our professional staff.

 

Please mention where you saw this job posting.

 

For more information on our search firm, please visit:

 

http://www.peterbellassociates.com