Senior Communications Manager

New York, USA (On-site)

$90K/yr – $100K/yrSenior Level5+ years expFull time

Posted 3 months ago

Job Summary

Lead PR and communications for high-growth startups and healthcare-focused clients, owning strategy, media relations, and executive storytelling.

  • Own media outreach, campaign ideation, and client communications across accounts.
  • Must-have: 5–7 years in PR/communications with healthcare or biotech experience.
  • Standout: Direct access to founders and leadership with growth-stage ownership.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Pitch and secure media placements across healthcare, business, startup, and trade publications.
  • Develop creative story angles that align client expertise with current trends and media conversations.
  • Build and maintain targeted media lists tailored to each client.
  • Draft press releases, pitches, media briefs, and background materials.
  • Track coverage, manage reporting, and provide strategic recommendations based on results.
  • Write long-form blog posts, case studies, and executive bylines.
  • Craft compelling LinkedIn thought leadership content for founders and senior leaders.
  • Develop messaging frameworks and narrative positioning for clients.
  • Ensure all content reflects each client’s voice while maintaining strategic alignment.
  • Support the development of website copy and campaign messaging as needed.

Requirements

  • 5-7 years of communications or PR experience, preferably with a healthcare, biotech, or related media background.
  • Proven ability to pitch and secure media coverage.
  • Strong writing skills across blogs, case studies, LinkedIn content, press materials, and executive communications.
  • Experience managing client relationships and handling multiple accounts simultaneously.
  • Ability to adapt writing style across different industries, audiences, and executive voices.
  • Highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable in a fast-paced startup environment.

Preferred

  • Existing relationships with healthcare and business media.
  • Experience working with startups, founders, conference organizers, and/or venture-backed companies.
  • Exposure to thought leadership campaigns and executive branding.

Salaries

Posted range

$90K/yr – $100K/yr

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Senior Communications Manager

On Top Strategy · New York, USA · On-site