Senior Manager, Public Relations

OVERVIEW SageSure is looking for a Senior Manager of Public Relations to play a key role in the execution of its public relations and external communications strategy. In this role, you will be responsible for helping SageSure achieve its communication goals by securing favorable earned media, maintaining strong relationships with journalists and media contacts, and independently planning and executing short and long-term PR campaigns that align with business objectives. The ideal candidate is a proactive and influential individual with strong instincts for managing perceptions, a passion for compelling storytelling, and a proven ability to independently drive results through data-driven decision-making and cross-functional collaboration. If you are interested in making an immediate impact at a fast-growing company at the forefront of the insurance industry, we’d like to hear from you. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES • Execute the public relations strategy, ensuring tactical efforts support the business’s objectives and enhance SageSure’s reputation as a market leader. • Proactively secure favorable media coverage and opportunities through timely and targeted outreach. • Independently develop high-quality PR content, including press releases, contributed bylines, award submissions, media kits, and more. • Support executives and designated spokespeople by assisting with media training, drafting talking points, creating presentations for speaking opportunities, and preparing briefing documents. • Analyze internal data, industry trends, and research and assist in the creation of proprietary reports to leverage for media outreach. • Facilitate and maintain strong working relationships with journalists and reporters by providing them with accurate, timely, and relevant information and access to subject matter experts. • Collaborate with Digital Marketing and Creative teams to integrate PR campaigns across earned, paid, owned, and shared channels. • Assist in coordinating crisis communications and reputation management efforts under the direction of leadership. • Track, analyze, and report on the performance of PR campaigns to measure and optimize results. • Mentor junior staff or manage external PR agency relationships for specific projects. SKILLS & EXPERIENCE • Exceptional track record of independently executing effective public relations strategies and best practices. • Demonstrated experience in corporate communications; familiarity with crisis management principles is required. • Strong networking and relationship building skills, especially with media contacts and outlets. • Excellent presentation and written/verbal communication skills, including the ability to transform complex information and research into strategic messaging. • Significant experience with media monitoring and analytics tools. • Strong business acumen and analytical skills to drive meaningful insights. • Proven ability to work autonomously and professionally with senior stakeholders. • Outstanding attention to detail and accuracy. • Excellent project management skills. HIGHLY PREFERRED SKILLS • Bachelors degree in public relations, communications, journalism, marketing, or a related field. • Minimum 6 years of experience in public/media relations, corporate communications, or related roles. • Experience in insurance (especially property/casualty) or financial category. • Professional certifications such as Accreditation in Public Relations (APR) are preferred but not required. • Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, responsive environment. About SageSure: Named among the Best Places to Work in Insurance by Business Insurance for four years in a row (2020-2023), SageSure is one of the largest managing general underwriters (MGU) focused on catastrophe-exposed markets in the US. Since its founding in 2009, SageSure has experienced exceptional growth while generating underwriting profits for carrier partners through hurricanes, wildfires, and hail. Available in 16 states, SageSure offers more than 50 competitively priced home, flood, earthquake, and commercial products on behalf of its highly rated carrier partners. Today, SageSure manages more than $1.9 billion of inforce premium and helps protect 640,000 policyholders. SageSure has more than 1000 employees working remotely or in-office across nine offices: Cheshire, Connecticut; Chicago, Illinois; Cincinnati, Ohio; Houston, Texas; Jersey City, New Jersey; Mountain View, California; Marlton, New Jersey; Tallahassee, Florida; and Seattle, Washington. SageSure offers generous health benefits and perks, including tuition reimbursement, wellness allowance, paid volunteer time off, a matching 401K plan, and more. SageSure is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building a workforce that reflects the spectrum of perspectives, experiences, and abilities of the world we live in. We recognize that our differences make us strong, and we actively seek out diverse candidates through partnerships with organizations, institutions and communities that represent various backgrounds. We champion belonging and inclusion for all identities, including, but not limited to, race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, ability status, gender, and country of origin, striving to create a culture where all individuals feel valued, respected, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. Our nimble, highly responsive culture nurtures critical thinkers who run toward problems and engineer solutions. We relentlessly pursue better outcomes by investing in the technology, talent, and tools that position us to succeed in demanding markets. Come join our team! Visit sagesure.com/careers to find a position for you. Apply tot his job