Communications Analyst – Public Affairs | Black Stone

Public Relations
New York, New York, United States
April 24, 2024
Full Time

Job Description

Blackstone is the world’s largest alternative asset manager. We seek to create positive economic impact and long-term value for our investors, the companies we invest in, and the communities in which we work. We do this by using extraordinary people and flexible capital to help companies solve problems. Our $1 trillion in assets under management include investment vehicles focused on private equity, real estate, public debt and equity, infrastructure, life sciences, growth equity, opportunistic, non-investment grade credit, real assets and secondary funds, all on a global basis. Further information is available at www.blackstone.com. Follow @blackstone on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram.
 

Public Affairs has primary responsibility for managing all aspects of the firm’s brand, communications to internal and external stakeholders, and setting the strategy for media relations.

The Public Affairs team is seeking an Analyst to support Blackstone’s firmwide public relations initiatives as well as serving as a generalist support across Blackstone’s businesses including, but not limited to Private Wealth Solutions, Private Equity, Credit, ESG and internal communications. Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Developing firmwide messaging and strategies for the company and specific business units 

  • Drafting and coordinating press releases, media campaigns, and thought leadership

  • Supporting senior stakeholder staffing for media appearances and drafting briefing memos

  • Maintaining media databases and editorial calendars for the firm and businesses

  • Advising on portfolio companies’ public relations initiatives

  • Conducting due diligence research and media monitoring

  • Supporting various internal and external firmwide initiatives including, but not limited to, senior executive support, employee resource group communications, proactive planning and executive profile raising

                       

Qualifications:

Candidates should exhibit strong organizational and communications skills and an interest in public relations. Candidates should be self-motivated, confident, team-oriented individuals who work well in dynamic environments. Strong writing, analytical, research, evaluation and presentation skills are key, in addition to:

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

  • Well organized, self-starter with capability to work on multiple initiatives and prioritize

  • Strong interpersonal skills; experience working with key senior stakeholders

  • Strong judgement, storytelling and messaging skills

  • Ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively

  • Familiarity with private equity

  • Microsoft Office skills (including PowerPoint, emphasis on Outlook and Excel)

The duties and responsibilities described here are not exhaustive and additional assignments, duties, or responsibilities may be required of this position.  Assignments, duties, and responsibilities may be changed at any time, with or without notice, by Blackstone in its sole discretion.

Expected annual base salary range:

$75,000 – $110,000

Actual base salary within that range will be determined by several components including but not limited to the individual's experience, skills, qualifications and job location. For roles located outside of the US, please disregard the posted salary bands as these roles will follow a separate compensation process based on local market comparables.

Additional compensation: Base salary does not include other forms of compensation or benefits offered in connection with the advertised role.

Blackstone is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, marital or partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic predisposition, veteran or military status, status as a victim of domestic violence, a sex offense or stalking, or any other class or status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to hiring, placement, promotion, termination, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.  All Blackstone employees, including but not limited to recruiting personnel and hiring managers, are required to abide by this policy.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete your application, please email Human Resources at HR-Recruiting-Americas@Blackstone.com.

Depending on the position, you may be required to obtain certain securities licenses if you are in a client facing role and/or if you are engaged in the following:

  • Attending client meetings where you are discussing Blackstone products and/or and client questions;

  • Marketing Blackstone funds to new or existing clients;

  • Supervising or training securities licensed employees;

  • Structuring or creating Blackstone funds/products; and

  • Advising on marketing plans prepared by a sales team or developing and/or contributing information for marketing materials.

Note: The above list is not the exhaustive list of activities requiring securities licenses and there may be roles that require review on a case-by-case basis.  Please speak with your Blackstone Recruiting contact with any questions.

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