At Franklin Templeton, we’re driving our industry forward by developing new and innovative ways to help our clients achieve their investment goals. Our dynamic and diversified firm spans asset management, wealth management, and fintech, offering many ways to help investors make progress toward their goals. Our talented teams working around the globe bring expertise that’s both broad and unique. From our welcoming, inclusive, and flexible culture to our global and diverse business, we offer opportunities not only to help you reach your potential but also to contribute to our clients’ achievements.
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What is the Global Public Relations department responsible for?
Franklin Templeton is expanding its dynamic and talented Global Public Relations team as we seek to further elevate and strengthen our brand. The team is responsible for the firm's external messaging, public relations and reputation building efforts that seek to positively position Franklin Templeton as the premier global investment management organization with a comprehensive line of top-performing investment solutions across public and private markets.
What is the Public Relations Associate Manager responsible for?
Franklin Templeton is looking for a strong Public Relations Associate Manager, based in New York, to support the team’s execution of communication strategy. As a Public Relations Associate Manager, you will develop and maintain strong relationships with the media as well as work closely with executives, marketing, social media and internal communications to execute and support a proactive, multi-channel communication strategy that drives growth into our portfolio of strategies and solutions. This role requires understanding and interest in the financial services industry and a familiarity of the media landscape to help Franklin Templeton stand out and tell our story.
What are the ongoing responsibilities of the Public Relations Associate Manager?
Media Relations
- Create and maintain media lists and editorial calendars for relevant business areas including but not limited to ETFs, equities, fixed income, alternatives, retirement and insurance.
- Build and maintain strong working relationships with business/financial and trade media outlets across print, broadcast and digital channels.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge on media coverage to identify emerging issues in real-time, while proactively providing thoughtful and strong story ideas on where the firm can add value.
Strategy Execution
- Support the development and execution of communication projects that support Franklin Templeton’s brand building.
- Draft media collateral including pitches, media alerts, press releases, and manage media inquiries and interviews. Seek to ensure all communications are consistent with the company's brand voice and messaging.
- Prepare briefing documents and staff media interviews with spokespeople.
Stakeholder Management
- Collaborate with teams to promote thought leadership pieces through multiple channels – external partners, social media, and external speaking engagements.
- Act as a team player within the Public Relations team and support colleagues as necessary.
Monitoring And Analysis
- Report on media coverage and assess the effectiveness of PR campaigns using analytics and performance metrics.
- Provide regular reports and insights on PR activities, media trends, and industry developments.
What ideal qualifications, skills & experience would help someone to be successful?
- Bachelor’s degree in corporate communications, public relations, or related field of study or equivalent experience.
- 2-4 years of experience in editorial, media relations, corporate communications or related role in a fast-paced organization.
- Experience in the financial industry; asset management experience highly preferred.
- Knowledge of and exposure to the asset management or financial services industry with familiarity in topics such as economic and investment trends, geopolitics and sustainability.
- Preference for knowledge of digital media monitoring platforms / tools and reporting results.
- Experience in supporting the execution and development of public relations programs.
- Excellent writing, editing and proofreading skills are required. The candidate must have experience in writing different types of communications vehicles including press releases, media pitches, Q&As, social media postings, videos, etc.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability and desire to maintain open dialogues with multiple internal and external partners, as well as build strong relationships with key financial media.
- Capable of handling multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining a high quality of work.
- Highly organized, self-starter with strong attention to detail.
Franklin Templeton offers employees a competitive and valuable range of total rewards—monetary and non-monetary — designed to support their well-being and recognize their time, talents, and results. Along with base compensation, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus (delete as appropriate), a 401(k) plan with a generous match, and recognition rewards. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package, which includes a range of competitive healthcare options, insurance, and disability benefits, employee stock investment program, learning resources, career development programs, reimbursement for certain education expenses, paid time off (vacation / holidays / sick / leave / parental & caregiving leave / bereavement / volunteering / floating holidays) and a motivational wellbeing program. We expect the annual salary for this position to range between $85,000.00 - $95,000.00 depending on level of relevant experience, plus discretionary bonus.
Experience our welcoming culture and reach your professional and personal potential!
Our culture is shaped by our diverse global workforce and strongly held core values. Regardless of your interests, lifestyle, or background, there’s a place for you at Franklin Templeton. We provide employees with the tools, resources, and learning opportunities to help them excel in their career and personal life.
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By joining us, you will become part of a culture that focuses on employee well-being and provides multidimensional support for a positive and healthy lifestyle. We understand that benefits are at the core of employee well-being and may vary depending on individual needs. Whether you need support for maintaining your physical and mental health, saving for life’s adventures, taking care of your family members, or making a positive impact in your community, we aim to have your needs covered. Learn more about the wide range of benefits we offer at Franklin Templeton.
Highlights Of Our Benefits Include
- Three weeks paid time off the first year
- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with 85% company match on your pre-tax and/or Roth contributions, up to the IRS limits
- Employee Stock Investment Program
- Learning and Education Assistance Program (LEAP)
- Purchase of company funds with no sales charge
- Onsite fitness center and recreation center*
- Onsite cafeteria*
- Only applicable at certain locations
Learn more about the wide range of benefits we offer at Franklin Templeton
Franklin Templeton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and existing employees, and we evaluate qualified applicants without regard to ancestry, age, color, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, or gender expression, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law, ordinance, or regulation.
Franklin Templeton is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment. If you believe that you need an accommodation or adjustment to search for or apply for one of our positions, please send an email to accommodations@franklintempleton.com. In your email, please include the accommodation or adjustment you are requesting, the job title, and the job number you are applying for. It may take up to three business days to receive a response to your request. Please note that only accommodation requests will receive a response.
