Associate, Real Estate & Civic

HELLER is a leading communications and strategic communications consultancy based in New York City. We are looking for an exceptional and driven communications professional to join our Real Estate & Civic Life team
, which leads strategic communications for many of the highest profile real estate, cultural, civic, and economic development projects and organizations in New York City and around the region.
This position is located in New York City and requires a minimum of four days per week in the office.

• Research, draft and edit client-facing materials, including communications plans, press releases, fact-sheets, award submissions, Op-Eds and memos.
• Learn and manage media monitoring software, constantly monitor coverage across traditional and social media and compile coverage reports for clients in a timely fashion
• Pitch stories to help secure media coverage for clients
• Generate creative ideas to help clients break through the noise and secure earned media coverage in print, broadcast, and online publications
• Staff in-person events as needed

• 1-2 years relevant experience (including internships) in public relations, strategic communications, or journalism
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills, with a proven ability to produce well-written and compelling documents on tight deadlines
• Highly organized, detail-oriented and independent individual who can quickly analyze issues, execute several projects simultaneously, and think creatively and problem-solve to advance client priorities
• Ability to work well with others in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment and to build strong relationships with coworkers and members of the media
• Sense of humor, lots of energy, a strong interest in current events, and an understanding of NYC and national media

The annual salary for this position is $70,500. HELLER provides generous benefits including coverage for medical, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) with employer contribution, paid parental leave and time off for vacation, holidays and sick leave.