External Communications Strategist

Job Summary

Driving earned media opportunities and narrative enablement, the full-time salaried External Communications Strategist will operate autonomously to enhance PMI's corporate reputation and support strategic priorities while collaborating with PR agencies and internal stakeholders remotely.

Key responsibilities

• Collaborate with PR agencies to identify story opportunities and develop compelling pitch angles for B2B and consumer audiences
• Lead efforts for corporate message houses, ensuring alignment with evolving business priorities and external context
• Manage cross-functional collaboration to ensure narrative consistency and executional excellence across external touchpoints

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, Public Relations, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 8-10+ years of experience in corporate communications, PR, or earned media-focused roles
• Demonstrated experience in managing PR agencies to drive earned media outcomes
• Strong stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration skills
• Proven ability to operate with senior-level autonomy and judgment in complex organizations