Merkle seeks a Director of External Communications to lead public relations and earned media strategy across the Americas. The role requires 8+ years in PR or external communications, preferably in B2B technology or consulting, with strong media relationships and editorial skills. Responsibilities include developing and executing PR strategy, managing media relations, authoring executive communications, and measuring program effectiveness. The position reports to the VP, Marketing Strategy and works closely with dentsu Communications. The role is full-time, hybrid based in New York, with an annual salary range of $113,000-$148,000 plus discretionary incentives. Benefits include medical, vision, dental, life insurance, disability, 401k, paid time off, holidays, sick leave, and parental leave.
What you'll do
Own and execute Merkle's Americas external communications strategy aligned to business priorities and dentsu communications framework
Identify and prioritize external communications opportunities across solutions, industries, clients, and partnerships
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Requirements
8+ years of experience in public relations or external communications, preferably within B2B technology, consulting, or professional services
Proven ability to develop and execute proactive PR strategies, supported by established media relationships across business, technology, and marketing publications
Exceptional editorial judgment, writing, and ghostwriting capabilities, including executive bylines, opinion pieces, and contributed content
Experience advising senior executives and translating complex business and technology topics into compelling external narratives
Strong executive presence and ability to lead initiatives, manage competing priorities, and collaborate across matrixed organizations
Preferred: Experience developing PR initiatives involving enterprise clients, strategic partnerships, and industry events
Preferred: Experience supporting corporate reputation, issues management, or crisis communications in coordination with corporate communications teams
Preferred: Experience working across regional and global communications teams and measuring earned media effectiveness
Benefits
Medical, vision, and dental insuranceLife insuranceShort-term and long-term disability insurance401kFlexible paid time offAt least 15 paid holidays per yearPaid sick and safe leavePaid parental leave
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