PR & Communications Manager

At Aspiration, we created the category of sustainable, socially responsible retail consumer finance. We offer unique financial products to let people save, spend, and invest their money in ways that make them more financially secure and align with their personal values. Unlike other financial institutions, Aspiration is committed to building a relationship with our customers based on trust and aligning the customer’s success with our own. Aspiration has raised over $250M in funding to date, and is growing quickly.
Aspiration is looking for a PR & Comms Manager who can thrive in a fast-paced environment. This role will support Aspiration’s growing Communications team in sharing the company's brand story both inside and outside the company.  Reporting to the Director of Communications, this new position will play a vital role in the company’s growth as they will work building and maintaining media relationships and brand awareness strategies. The ideal candidate is not afraid of challenging themselves to maximize their strategic thinking and creativity to stand out in a crowded marketplace.
Aspiration Values
Action: We take initiative. We are doers, not bystanders.
Boldness: We don’t tinker, we transform.
Customer-Centered: Our customers are at the core of our business. Delivering for them is our North Star.
Diligence & Dedication: We do what we say we’re going to do, when we say we’re going to do it.
Entrepreneurial: Act like an entrepreneur not an employee, generate results for the company and customers everyday.

What You'll Do

• Creating and executing comprehensive press strategies and initiatives 
• Strategically amplifying corporate messaging to key stakeholders
• Identifying and creating meaningful relationships with press and influencers
• Devising industry-leading PR events and stunts to differentiate ourselves from other leading fintech brands
• Analyzing industry trends, measuring and tracking performance, and leveraging insights for PR campaigns
• Working in tandem with the marketing team to optimize publicity opportunities with enterprise clients

What You'll Bring

• 5-7 years PR agency working with major national clients or in-house with national brands
• Exceptional writing, positioning, and messaging skills
• Experience with stakeholder management across different levels of an organization
• Media contacts with Finance, Fintech, Sustainability trades, and national/major-market consumer press
• Ability to partner, learn, and understand business context quickly
• Comfortable working across mediums - editorial, TV, podcasts, conferences, business, trade
• Bachelor degree in marketing/communications or related field
• Passionate about Aspiration’s vision and mission
• Think creatively and independently
• Strong work ethic and motivation to succeed
• Work well with a team

What You'll Get

• Work for a mission-driven company to transform the lives of millions by building a better, values-oriented financial firm
• Competitive Salary and Equity Incentives
• Robust Healthcare Plans (medical, dental, vision)
• 401K & Unlimited Vacation Time
• Diverse & Inclusive Culture

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