Manager, Public Relations at Cvent | Virginia, USA

Cvent

Manager, Public Relations

Virginia, USA (On-site)

Salary Not AvailableManagerFull time

Posted 2 months ago

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Job Summary

Own and drive Cvent’s corporate communications by shaping media strategy, managing agency performance, and translating milestones into earned media across global markets.

Lead the end-to-end media relations program and editorial calendar across US, Europe, and APAC.
Direct agency partners, measure outcomes, and optimize reach and impact of press outreach.
Collaborate with Marketing, Tech, Sales, and Customer Service to surface newsworthy moments and prepare executives for media and investor-facing moments.

Job Description

Responsibilities

Own the execution of Cvent’s PR strategy across all narratives—company announcements, product news, thought leadership, event coverage, executive visibility, and industry storylines
Serve as the primary day-to-day manager for US and European PR agencies, driving accountability, setting clear priorities, and measuring outcomes
Set the standard for how Cvent shows up in the media—directing agency efforts to build relationships with key journalists, editors, and contacts across technology, B2B, events, and business press, with a strong editorial calendar underpinning outreach
Draft and edit press releases, bylines, op-eds, briefing materials, media FAQs, and spokesperson talking points
Manage Cvent’s corporate awards program—identifying opportunities, coordinating submissions, and tracking recognition across key technology, business, and industry publications
Collaborate cross-functionally with Marketing, Technology/IT, Sales and Client Services to identify newsworthy moments and translate milestones into earned media opportunities
Track media coverage, report on outcomes, and continuously optimize agency performance and press outreach effectiveness
Support crisis communications preparation and execution in partnership with the Director of Corp Comm, PR agencies and Legal
Serve as the primary Corporate Communications point of contact for India-based PR team, providing direction and oversight for APAC and MEA coverage

Requirements

7-10+ years of progressive communications experience spanning agency and in-house roles, with deep expertise in media relations, PR strategy, and executive communications
Hands-on experience owning or co-owning analyst relations programs—including direct engagement with major firms
Proven ability to manage and drive accountability from external PR agencies, including both US and international teams
Exceptional writing and editing skills across multiple formats: press releases, executive talking points, bylines, briefing documents, media pitches, earnings scripts, and Board materials
Experience supporting executive and investor relations communications, including All Hands, earnings scripts, CEO messaging, and Board-level preparation
A collaborative, cross-functional working style—you know how to partner with Technology/IT, Marketing, Sales, CS, Legal, and Finance to surface the right story at the right time
Results-driven mindset—you track metrics, report on outcomes, optimize programs, and are never satisfied with activity for activity’s sake
Comfort operating with speed and precision in a high-accountability, fast-moving environment
Familiarity with PR software, media monitoring tools, and analyst tracking/management platforms
Background in B2B technology or SaaS is strongly preferred; events technology experience is a bonus

Preferred

Experience at a public company, including working with Investor Relations or supporting earnings-related communications
Multilingual communication capabilities or experience managing European media markets
Previous experience at or closely with a major technology industry analyst firm
Background in B2B technology or SaaS is strongly preferred; events technology experience is a bonus

Cvent

Join #CventNation! www.cvent.com/careersWhat We Do: Cvent is a global market-leading meetings, events, & hospitality technology provider. Our Mission: To bring people together, power the human connection and transform the meetings & events industry through innovative technology.Who We Are: With 4,800+ employees & 21,000 customers+, we're one of the largest event technology companies in the world, & we're always looking for the next generation of Cventers to join #CventNation!Cvent is consistently recognized as a Top Workplace by The Washington Post, Washington Business Journal, & certified as a Great Place to Work in the US, UK, & India, among other regional & international accolades.**Career Fraud Alert: In today's digital-first world, fraudulent job offers and hiring manager impersonations, often via social media or chat/messaging apps, continue to increase. To protect yourself, verify all communications come from a legitimate Cvent email (name@cvent.com) and be cautious of requests for personal information, unsolicited messages, and offers via chat or social media. If you suspect fraud, contact HRHelp@cvent.com immediately and apply for positions directly through our careers site at https://careers.cvent.com. Your safety and security are our priority.

Founded in 1999

McLean, Virginia, USA

6.2K employees (555 in marketing)

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