PR & Communications Manager
Are you a sharp PR practitioner with a nose for a great B2 B story and a track record of landing coverage that actually matters? Do you thrive in a rapid-paced agency environment where the best idea wins and real results are the metrics that count? Then you may be the PR & Communications Manager we've been looking for.
Directive is the leading marketing agency for B2 B. We’re the go-to partner for enterprise brands tackling complex marketing challenges. Our Communications division is growing, and we're looking for a strong PR practitioner to do exceptional client work and grow with us.
The Role
The PR & Communications Manager is a hands‑on executor and emerging strategist who brings deep PR expertise to a portfolio of B2 B client accounts. You'll lead day‑to‑day PR delivery — earned media, media relations, press releases, executive positioning, and thought leadership — while supporting our unique influencer and organic social programs. You'll work closely with the Head of PR & Communications and play a key role in raising the quality bar across the practice.
Key Responsibilities
Develop, refine, and present strategic communications plans aligned with business objectives
Execute integrated PR strategies for B2 B clients across earned and owned channels, from media outreach and press releases to bylines, analyst briefings, and award submissions
Build and maintain strong media relationships across trade, business, and tech press relevant to our clients’ ICPs
Craft compelling narratives and pitches that earn meaningful coverage in the publications that matter to B2 B buyers
Support executive positioning programs including media training, thought leadership content, podcast placements, speaking opportunities, and bylined articles




Assist in influencer and practitioner briefing programs, including analyst relations and ICP-aligned creator partnerships
Contribute to organic social strategy and content as an extension of integrated communications programs, where relevant
Utilize media and social monitoring tools to track trends, identify emerging issues, and uncover opportunities.
Track, measure, and report on program performance against defined KPIs, tying PR activity to real business outcomes like share of voice and pipeline influence
Collaborate cross-functionally with other Directive service lines to ensure communications programs connect to broader client strategy
Contribute to new business proposals and client presentations as a subject matter expert
What You Offer / Qualifications
4–7 years of experience in PR and communications
Strong written and verbal communication skills with a flair for creativity
Agency experience required; B2 B or B2 B tech experience strongly preferred
Demonstrated track record of earning meaningful media coverage
Strong media relationships and the ability to build new ones quickly
Hands‑on experience with executive thought leadership programs: bylines, podcasts, speaking, contributed content
Ability to translate complex B2 B narratives into sharp, compelling pitches and stories
On the pulse of industry news and trends across media and social media




Comfort using AI tools to sharpen research, targeting, and workflows
Willingness to travel to visit clients on an as‑needed basis
Continuously strengthen PR expertise through proactive independent learning
Bachelor's degree in public relations or communications preferred
What Success Looks Like
You embody our core values in every client and team interaction
You act quickly on media opportunities and breaking news opportunities
You consistently earn quality coverage and build media relationships that compound over time
Your clients renew because they trust you and see real results from communications investment
You contribute ideas and executional lift that make the whole practice better
You hit and exceed client goal attainment metrics and contribute to healthy client satisfaction scores
What We Offer:
Compensation for this role includes a competitive base salary
Medical, dental, vision plans, disability, and life insurance coverage for you and your family that fit your lifestyle
Including a 100% employer‑paid plan for you and a 50% employer contribution for your dependents (US, CAD, MX)
Benefits to Support the Whole Person:
Mental - Access to certified therapists through Spring Health , membership to Headspace
Physical - Physical therapy through Omada , thousands of Aaptiv virtual workouts, complimentary One Medical membership for primary and virtual care
Time Off - Unlimited PTO (2‑week minimum), Paid Company Holidays, Your Birthday Off, End of Year Recharge (Closed December 24 - January 1), Paid Parental Leave
Financial - Traditional and Roth 401(k) with a 3% company match
Bonus - Annual bonus based on tenure, which scales in total amount over time
Annual Company-wide Retr

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