Public Affairs Specialist 2 @ GM financial

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Why GM Financial Public Relations & Public Policy?

At GM Financial, Public Relations & Public Policy is a cornerstone of our success. This team empowers the business to move forward with clarity and purpose, ensuring we deliver on our mission with integrity and impact. Its influence is felt in everything we achieve. If you’re passionate about making a difference through strategy, collaboration, and creativity, Public Relations & Public Policy is where your impact begins. We do more than work — we thrive. Join us in shaping the future of financial services.

What makes you an ideal candidate?

Solid understanding of media relations tools, techniques and best practices
Experience with developing media relations and corporate communications materials
Experience with media distribution platforms (i.e., Business Wire, PR Newswire, etc.)
General understanding of federal, state and local political landscape and issues
Crisis communication, media training and executive communications experience is a plus
Knowledge of general communication concepts and principles, along with Public Relations theory and practice
Knowledge of AP style
Strong, demonstrated written and oral communication skills
Highly honed editing ability (both content and copy editing)
Excellent and proficient working knowledge of Microsoft PowerPoint, Word and Excel (any experience with Adobe suite is a plus)
Ability to display initiative, work autonomously and offer solutions to problems
Attention to detail and ability to meet multiple deadlines while working in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment
Ability to make independent decisions, demonstrate leadership ability and build relationships
Must be comfortable working both independently and as a team

Experience:

4 years of experience in corporate communication, public relations, government relations, or journalism (preferred)
Bachelor’s Degree in communications, public relations, marketing, journalism, mass communications, or related discipline (required)

What We Offer:
Generous benefits package available on day one to include: 401K matching, bonding leave for new parents (12 weeks, 100% paid), tuition assistance, training, GM employee auto discount, community service pay and nine company holidays.

Our Culture:
Our team members define and shape our culture — an environment that welcomes innovative ideas, fosters integrity, and creates a sense of community and belonging. Here we do more than work — we thrive.

Compensation:
Competitive pay and bonus eligibility

Work Life Balance:
Flexible hybrid work environment, 2-days a week in office

About the role

Public Affairs Specialist II at GM Financial supports and contributes to the company's media relations and communications strategies, helping drive dialogue and create storytelling opportunities with key internal and external stakeholders that elevate the GM Financial brand and support our parent company, General Motors. An ideal candidate is a strategic thinker who can take an idea from brainstorming to execution, collaborate effectively with others, succeed in a fast-paced environment and craft meaningful, compelling messages that inspire and motivate target audiences.

In this role you will:

Support execution of company’s executive thought leadership and external executive communication strategies and activities
Create cross-channel content that can be used in a variety of ways, including company intranet, external site copy, blogs, social media posts and other digital communications
Conduct background research including news topics and journalist interests to support media and stakeholder outreach
Monitor media coverage and proactively identify storytelling opportunities and risks
Support execution of activities related to company’s financial literacy program and other community engagement programs
Write and edit media materials, including press releases, talking points, media advisories, etc., to pitch reporters and editors across print, broadcast and digital media
Assist broader Corporate Communication team including designers, translators and other specialized roles
Manage deadlines and priorities for multiple projects simultaneously
Provide communication, grammar and editing expertise to support other departments as needed

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