Public Affairs & Public Relations Associate Director (Tax & Accounting)

TL;DR

Public Affairs & Public Relations Associate Director (Tax & Accounting): Developing and executing strategic external communications and media relations programs to drive visibility and credibility for the TAA division with an accent on financial and regulatory media engagement. Focus on protecting corporate reputation, managing crisis communications, and aligning messaging across North American, European, and APAC markets.

Location: Hybrid role out of any office location; preference for candidates based in Minneapolis, MN.

Salary: $122,300 - $218,550 USD

Company

hirify.global is a global leader in professional information, software solutions, and services, empowering professionals to make confident decisions in regulatory and judicial systems.

What you will do

• Serve as a strategic communications advisor to the TAA executive team.
• Develop and execute comprehensive external communications and media relations strategies.
• Create diverse communications materials including press releases, blogs, and bylined articles.
• Proactively pitch and engage targeted reporters and media outlets to drive sustained visibility.
• Manage media and analyst engagement opportunities for executives and subject matter experts.
• Monitor media coverage and implement proactive strategies to manage reputational risks.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, or journalism.
• At least 10 years of media relations or external communications experience.
• Established network of media contacts across North America, Europe, and APAC.
• Native fluency in English.
• Experience with crisis communications, including legal and investor relations implications.
• Ability to work in a hybrid environment and travel up to 15%.

Nice to have

• Advanced degrees or certifications in external communications and marketing.
• Fluency in additional European languages.
• Experience with AI prompting and GenAI tools in communications.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company contributions.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA).
• Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave.
• Tuition assistance programs for professional development.