Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Marcus & Millichap is the nation’s leading brokerage firm specializing in real estate investments. They are seeking a Public Relations Specialist to draft and distribute press releases, manage media inquiries, and build relationships with local media contacts.
Responsibilities
- Draft, edit, route for approval, and distribute press releases in AP style; manage internal stakeholder reviews and publish approved content via Sitecore; respond to and manage incoming media inquiries from local reporters and outlets
- Identify newsworthy transactions, agent achievements, and market insights to develop compelling PR stories
- Coordinate with Corporate PR to align regional announcements and media outreach with national messaging
- Build and maintain strong relationships with agents, divisional leadership, corporate PR, Field Marketing, and local media contacts
- Maintain and update regional media lists; monitor local press activity and coverage
- Develop and manage annual editorial calendars, track deadlines, and pitch stories to media outlets
- Assist in drafting nomination narratives for industry awards
- Track and analyze PR performance metrics, including media placements, story pickups, and audience reach; prepare performance summaries and insights for divisional leadership
- Collaborate with the marketing team to amplify earned media coverage across digital channels
- Provide marketing support for divisional initiatives and special projects as needed
- Support the Field Marketing team by completing other tasks and duties as assigned
Skills
- Bachelor's degree in communications, marketing, public relations, journalism, writing, advertising, or a related business field
- Minimum of one year of experience in public relations, journalism, or marketing; in-house PR, agency experience, newsroom experience or exposure to real estate, financial services, or brokerage environments is a strong plus
- Experience pitching stories or building relationships with media outlets is a plus
- Exceptional writing and editing skills with knowledge of AP style; excellent verbal communication and presentation abilities
- Meticulous attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and workflows efficiently
- Demonstrated project management and collaboration skills in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to learn and apply commercial real estate concepts and terminology
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft O365, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Experience with task management or project tracking tools such as Asana or Monday
- Must be available to support Pacific Time Zone (PST) working hours
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching contributions
- Life and disability insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness resources
Company Overview
Marcus & Millichap helps create and preserve wealth with the best real estate investment sales, financing, research and advisory services. It was founded in 1971, and is headquartered in Calabasas, California, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is http://www.marcusmillichap.com.