Public Relations Manager

Job Summary:

We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Public Relations Head to lead the firm's communication efforts and build a strong brand presence across media platforms. The ideal candidate should have a solid background in digital marketing, excellent media relations, and a strong understanding of the investment/startup ecosystem. You will be responsible for crafting the company’s external voice, managing brand reputation, and amplifying the success stories of our portfolio companies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute comprehensive PR strategies aligned with the firm’s brand, mission, and business objectives.
• Build and maintain media relationships with financial, business, and startup-focused publications (regional and national).
• Draft and manage press releases, media kits, newsletters, speeches, blog content, and thought leadership articles.
• Lead the firm’s digital presence, including social media channels, website content, and online reputation.
• Collaborate with investment and portfolio teams to highlight key investments, events, and success stories.
• Organize press conferences, investor meets, startup events, panel discussions, and networking programs.
• Manage crisis communications and ensure consistent messaging during sensitive situations.
• Coordinate with external agencies for PR, digital marketing, and content development.
• Track and analyze PR campaign effectiveness using media monitoring and analytics tools.
• Oversee branding consistency across all communications and digital touchpoints.
• Position senior leadership as thought leaders through interviews, guest articles, and public appearances.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor’s/Master’s in Public Relations, Mass Communication, Marketing, or related field.
• Minimum 3-4 years of PR or Corporate Communications experience, ideally in investment, startup, or tech ecosystem.
• Strong digital marketing knowledge including SEO, content marketing, social media campaigns, and analytics.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Malayalam.
• Established media contacts, especially within business, startup, and tech press.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders.
• Proficient in using PR tools (e.g., Meltwater, Cision), email marketing platforms, and basic design tools (e.g., Canva).

Preferred Qualities:

• Previous experience in a VC firm, incubator, or startup.
• Passionate about startups, innovation, and entrepreneurship.
• Strong understanding of Kerala’s business and media landscape.
• Creative, proactive, and result-oriented.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹13,162.21 - ₹40,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Fixed shift

Supplemental Pay:

• Performance bonus
• Yearly bonus

Work Location: In person