Public Relations Manager, Americas, S&P Global Ratings

This job is with S&P Global, an inclusive employer and a member of myGwork – the largest global platform for the LGBTQ+ business community. Please do not contact the recruiter directly.About the Role: Grade Level (for internal use): 10The Team: You will be an integral part of the S&P Global Ratings Public Relations Team managing media relations strategy for the Americas, reporting to the Head of Public Relations for Ratings. This position requires a dynamic individual and someone who, with senior support, will quickly be able to act independently. While the focus will be on external communications in the Americas region, there will be an opportunity to expand your skills and involvement working across the global Ratings team, including public relations counterparts across regions. We are seeking an excellent writer, storyteller and news connoisseur who can build strong relationships with media, operate in a fast-paced environment and act as a trusted communications partner.The Impact: The successful candidate will play a vital role in the Ratings Public Relations team and assist in executing our external communication strategies to grow, and protect, the reputation of S&P Global Ratings with media and other influencers. You will also be a part of a wider global team where you will flex and provide support where needed. And you'll have the opportunity to work with other divisions and the enterprise Public Relations team. Responsibilities: Collaborate with fellow team members and internal stakeholders to develop and execute our public relations strategy that aligns with S&P Global Ratings' goals and objectives, and with S&P Global's enterprise communications goals.Work with our spokespeople to proactive seek earned media placement including op-eds, feature placement and broadcast opportunities.Build relationships with local and regional reporters through proactive outreach.Show general creativity and innovativeness in engaging with media including determining the best channel to use for any kind of messaging - keen eye on developing new channels as needed.Communicate with a range of stakeholders in a respectful and thoughtful manner, and don't shy away from challenges.Assist team colleagues with crisis communications aimed at protecting the division's reputation, including drafting messaging and media training.Partner with team colleagues to collate intelligence on media share of voice and other metrics.Be comfortable working within a matrix environment and be willing to pitch in and provide support when needed for other team members.Work within a team across multiple time zones and, sometimes, under tight deadlines.Follow directions, escalate challenges and produce finished projects that meet or exceed expectations.Compensation/Benefits Information:(This section is only applicable to US candidates) S&P Global states that the anticipated base salary range for this position is $64,320 - $133,729. Final base salary for this role will be based on the individual's geographic location, as well as experience level, skill set, training, licenses and certifications. In addition to base compensation, this roleiseligible for an annual incentive plan. This role is eligible to receive additional S&P Global benefits. For more information on the benefits we provide to our employees, please click here. What We're Looking For: Basic Required Qualifications: A proactive team player that can work well independently.Ability to work in office on a hybrid basis.Bachelor's Degree with emphasis in Communications, Journalism, English, Finance or related fields;orequivalent relevant experience.4+ years of internship or professional work experience in a communications team in a financial or corporate environment. Capital markets / financial markets / credit markets / regulated business preferred, but essential to have an understanding of the global financial markets.Must have excellent communication skills, both written and oral, and strong relationship-building skills. Will be well versed and internal/external communications.Detail-oriented and highly proficient in digital literacy.Understanding of Microsoft Office suite is a must.Additional Preferred Qualifications: Experience in translating complex concepts to actionable, understandable plans and materials.S trong relationships with top tier media is important.Experience in managing multiple stakeholders, building strong relationships and networks and working collaboratively. Project management skills helpful.Knowledge of basic CMS and social media is a plus.What's In It ForYou? Our Mission: Advancing Essential Intelligence. Our People: We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide-so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We're committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference. Our Values: Integrity, Discovery, PartnershipThroughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.Benefits: We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That's why we provide everything you-and your career-need to thrive at S&P Global.Our benefits include: Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.Family Friendly Perks: It's not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards-small perks can make a big difference.For more information on benefits by country visit: https://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries Global Hiring and Opportunity at S&P Global: At S&P Global, we are committed to fostering a connected and engaged workplace where all individuals have access to opportunities based on their skills, experience, and contributions. Our hiring practices emphasize fairness, transparency, and merit, ensuring that we attract and retain top talent. By valuing different perspectives and promoting a culture of respect and collaboration, we drive innovation and power global markets. Recruitment Fraud Alert: If you receive an email from a spglobalind.com domain or any other regionally based domains, it is a scam and should be reported to reportfraud@spglobal.com. 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