PR Specialist

Rentokil Pest Control

About The Position

Benefits Start Day 1 for Full-Time Colleagues - No Waiting Period! For more information about our benefits, see below! We are proud to be a member of the Rentokil family of companies, the global leader in Pest Control and other services across more than 90 countries. We pride ourselves on being a trusted partner to many of the world's leading brands and serve consumer and business customers across multiple industries. We are extremely proud of our legacy of excellence and constantly work to fulfill our mission to "protect people, enhance lives, and preserve the planet." Key Relationships North America leadership and colleagues Functional teams (eg. Finance, HR, IT, Marketing & Innovation, Legal & M&A etc) Key suppliers, partners and consultants Appropriate Government and regulatory agencies Relevant external trade and industry bodies Job Summary This role is responsible for PR activities within the organization. Responsibilities include developing and implementing the PR/Communications component for Rentokil’s different Lines of Business (LOBs) and Functions. In partnership with peers, this role will execute corporate brand positioning, thought leadership and reputation through tradition Key Performance Indicators Delivery: Execution to agreed Brand and Content Strategy Plan Efficiency: Transition Costs / Transition Timing Growth: Retention to targets People: Retention / Engagement / Enablement Market Success: Solution penetration / Residential penetration / Commercial penetration Brand: NPS / Awareness / Consideration / Transition

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a related area, BA or BS; Master’s degree a plus.
2+ years of Public Relations or Communications
Strong presentation skills are required.
Must possess superior verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent organizational skills with a heightened sense of attention to detail are key characteristics of the perfect candidate.
Strong interpersonal skills that allow for healthy internal and external relationships are a must.
Additionally, strong computer skills whereby the candidate is fluent in cloud base Marketing Software
Experience with aspects of both B2B and B2C branding processes, including marketing training, customer relationship management (CRM), product demonstrations, and superior data analytics capability.
Outstanding analytical and problem-solving abilities with a strong understanding of corporate marketing and influencing key financial performance indicators including content strategies, marketing and digital content.
Able to demonstrate high levels of drive, work ethic and personal accountability with the ability to work under pressure while maintaining sound judgement and a rigorous focus on the details
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in a Public Relations, Advertising or Marketing related subject

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred
Experience with the Google Platform is a plus.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with the Marketing team to plan and execute publicity campaigns.
Monitor and manage relationships with external stakeholders including influencers, government officials, community leaders, etc.
Work with PR Lead to implement systems or processes to ensure timely identification of newsworthy issues, events, and people.
Monitor, maintain and evaluate media coverage and placements through Public Relations management software.
Manage all aspects of press release development, editorial content, build press relationships and track results.
Achieve frequent, timely and positive media coverage for Rentokil North America in traditional national and regional media, vertical market publications and on-line.
Assist with crisis communications, with an ability to manage negative on-line feedback.
Assist Colleagues with media training for interviews.
Communicate Rentokil’s superior technical processes and products to differentiate our core offerings.
Present reports on the effectiveness of campaigns.

Benefits

Professional and Personal Growth
Multiple avenues to grow your career
Training and development programs available
Tuition Reimbursement benefits (for FT Colleagues)
Health and Wellness
Full-time colleagues are eligible to begin enrollment immediately upon hire with benefits starting on day 1
Health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance plus much more
Savings and Retirement
401(k) retirement plan with company-matching contributions
Work-Life Balance
Vacation days & sick days
Company-paid holidays & floating holidays
A company mindset that prioritizes health, safety, and flexibility