Ware Malcomb

Director, Public Relations & Communications

Irvine, CA · Director

Sponsorship not specified$10k-$15kDetected 1 day ago

Project ManagementSEOEmail MarketingBudgetingExcelVendor ManagementLeadershipCommunicationMicrosoft Office

About the role

Serve as executive communications counsel as a trusted strategic advisor to senior and executive leadership on high-visibility, complex or sensitive initiatives, including messaging strategy, positioning and stakeholder communication.

Develop and execute integrated PR and communications plans aligned with firmwide strategy, brand positioning and business objectives.
Support firmwide storytelling through press materials, thought leadership content, awards submissions and digital channels.
Prepare spokespeople for interviews and media engagement; support leadership with messaging, talking points, Q&A and presentations.
Collaborate closely with Visual Brand, Marketing Leadership and cross-functional partners on website strategy, SEO alignment, planning and budgeting.
Lead, mentor and develop PR & Communications team members, fostering growth, accountability and performance.

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing or a related field (or equivalent experience).
10-15+ years of experience in public relations and communications, including strategic leadership, crisis management and team leadership.
Experience partnering with senior and executive leaders and multidisciplinary teams.
Exceptional writing and editing skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts into clear, engaging narratives.
Proficiency in Microsoft 365 tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, OneNote).
Demonstrated experience leading firmwide public relations and communications programs.
Strong media relations background with a track record of securing high-impact coverage.
Proven ability to manage high-visibility communications initiatives and work effectively with agencies and vendors.
Strong project management skills, including prioritization across competing deadlines.
Experience in Architecture/Engineering, Construction, Real Estate, or professional services strongly preferred.

Oversee external communications, including media relations, press strategy, social media, email marketing, awards and speaking opportunities.
track editorial calendars and identify proactive visibility opportunities.
Expand market visibility by identifying and cultivating new media relationships, sponsorships, speaking platforms and thought leadership channels that extend the firm's reach across key markets and audiences.
overseeing escalation and approval processes
and training spokespeople to ensure timely, confident and effective messaging under pressure.
Oversee paid media and budget planning, including strategy development, vendor management and ROI evaluation for paid placements, sponsored content and media amplification efforts.
Prepare spokespeople for interviews and media engagement
Establish KPI frameworks, benchmarking performance and producing regular reporting that translates communications data into actionable insights and continuous optimization.

Lead annual communications planning, KPI frameworks, playbooks, budgeting and team development.

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