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Repeatedly recognized by The Holmes Report as one of the “Best Agencies to Work For,” and recently named one of the “Best Managed Agencies” in the industry, Standing Partnership takes pride in attracting and retaining talented professionals who bring a depth and breadth of experience to the team.

Regionally, we have been ranked as one of the “Best Places to Work” in the St. Louis Business Journal’s Incentives, People Development & Family Friendly categories for employers with fewer than 50 employees. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to maintaining work/life balance. We offer competitive salary, health benefits, continued education opportunities, paid internships, mentoring programs, sabbaticals, summer Fridays, 401(k) and many other unique benefits, such as Standing's office spa.

Our staff is committed to excellent client service, honesty, integrity and respect. We value and reward success and are driven by teamwork over the achievement of individuals. If you have what it takes to be part of our team, contact us to learn more.

Collaboration ... Innovation ... Integrity ... Passion ...
If you share these core values, we have the right opportunity for you!

Current Openings

Standing Partnership has immediate openings for a Strategic Communications Manager and a Strategic Communications Associate.

Strategic Communications Manager

Who We Are:
Founded in 1991, Standing Partnership is the strategic business partner of choice for leaders committed to innovative marketing strategy and long-term reputation management for their organizations. We help these clients achieve amazing results on a daily basis.

We work collaboratively to solve complex business problems, build value and trust, and establish critical connections and relationships. Our team has earned respect for providing consistently thoughtful, research-based counsel that considers specific client, industry and community issues, and also the larger complexities of the global business and political environment.

What We Offer:
We are well known as a desirable place to work, learn and grow. Our strong culture, based on bedrock core values, encourages and rewards personal commitment and accountability, continuous learning, respect and teamwork. We offer a high energy, rewarding environment for those with a drive for building lasting client relationships. We offer amazing benefits and flexibility to accommodate a work/life balance. Learn more about our team and visit our blog at www.standingpr.com.

Our Opportunity:
Our client's needs are growing and we are expanding our team to add a Strategic Communications Manager responsible for the development and implementation of strategic communications campaigns. This position includes the following responsibilities:

Client Counsel: Lead client account teams, conduct the Discovery Process, and develop communication campaigns/plans to include analysis, strategies, tactics, timeframes and budgets. Serve as the client contact and manage day-to-day client relationships, providing strategic counsel and supervision for all facets of campaigns, including research, writing, special events, collateral and media relations. Manage client issues and crisis situations when necessary.
Campaign Support/Project Management: Monitor campaign budgets and manage internal reporting processes and client receivables. Analyze campaign initiatives and report results to the internal team and client. Manage and coordinate the efforts of team members, freelancers and outside specialists who work with the client or the firm.
Team Development: Effectively manage an account team to meet client needs. Serve as a mentor by contributing to the continual coaching and development, performance management, productivity and recruitment process of employees. Participate in strategic management initiatives of the firm as requested.
Business Development/Community Relations: Actively participate in new business development efforts through research, networking and current client development. Create and conduct presentations to current and potential clients. Represent the firm in professional associations and community events to augment the firm's presence in the business community.

Qualifications & Skills:

7+ years experience and demonstrated success in executive communications, marketing and strategic plans. Exceptional skills and experience in writing and project management and a solid understanding of social media required.
Focused experience serving the health care or agriculture/nutrition industries is desirable.
Issues and crisis management expertise is highly desirable.
Solid management skills with the ability to build a solid, high-performing team. Must enjoy role as a mentor.
Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, business or a related field is required. MBA or a Master's degree is desirable.
Superb written and oral communication skills.
Intelligent, mature self-starter who is comfortable accepting responsibility for successfully achieving personal, team and organization objectives.
Exceptional project management skills, managing multiple projects and deadlines with strict attention to quality and detail.
Strong business acumen with analytical and decision-making skills including forecasting ability, measuring the success of team members, monitoring team and individual goals, and sharing success factors with the team.
Strong computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
A professional whose personal values are compatible with our vision and core values.
Involvement in professional organizations and the community.

Next Steps:
If you are qualified and interested, we welcome you to take the next step and send your cover letter and resume in confidence to Linda Maniscalco at careers@standingpr.com.

All inquiries and resume submissions will be treated as confidential.

Standing Partnership, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Strategic Communications Associate

Our Opportunity:
We are seeking a Strategic Communications Associate to actively participate in the development and implementation of strategic communications campaigns. This position will also provide project support for our leadership team's business development initiatives. This position includes the following responsibilities:

Client Campaigns: As a team member, contribute to the development and execution of communications campaigns to include research, writing, media relations, special events and client presentations. Write first drafts of communications and marketing materials such as pitch letters/memos, news releases, client reports, etc. Serve as the day-to-day client contact for campaign activities as assigned and manage logistics (schedules, vendors, design and other activities).
Campaign Support: Perform research associated with client plans and communicate strategies and recommendations to team members or clients. Assist with managing, tracking and reporting project and budget status for each assigned client. Manage personal billability and follow internal procedures to assign billable hours to client budgets, apprising team leaders of status. Gather data and input for analysis of campaign initiatives/results. Build local and industry specific media relationships resulting in placements. Assist with media tours and conferences.
Business Development Champion: As part of our growth strategy, Standing Partnership is committed to our business development plan and its initiatives. As an internal project, this position will serve as the champion and "traffic manager" for new business development activities such as inquiries, presentations and RFP responses. He or she must oversee the new business pipeline while coordinating and following up with leadership team members to ensure timely follow-through on business development activities. Assist in preparing customized marketing materials, presentations and proposals.
Organizational Support: Meet with the leadership team to support organization objectives and assist with action items, deliverables and follow-ups. Participate in the implementation of strategic initiatives of the firm. Make recommendations to improve internal processes.

Qualifications & Skills:

3+ years experience and demonstrated success in executing communications, marketing and strategic plans. Exceptional skills in writing, research and media relations.
Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, business or a related field is required. MBA or a Master's degree is desirable.
Demonstrated knowledge and experience working on interactive digital projects and social media.
Interest in and familiarity with the education, health care and/or agriculture/nutrition industries is desirable.
Superb written and oral communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines with strict attention to quality and detail.
Strong business acumen with solid analytical and decision-making skills.
Strong computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
Strong desire for new learning opportunities and professional growth.
A true team player who works well with company leadership, co-workers and clients.
a professional whose personal values are compatible with our vision and core values.

Next Steps:
If you are qualified and interested, we welcome you to take the next step and send your cover letter and resume in confidence to Linda Maniscalco at careers@standingpr.com.

All inquiries and resume submissions will be treated as confidential.

Standing Partnership, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Internships

Standing Partnership offers a competitive internship three times per year to those starting their careers in communications and marketing, and ready to delve deeper into the industry. Successful intern candidates demonstrate:

Strong verbal and written skills;
Previous work experience in marketing, communications, public relations or a relevant field;
A basic understanding of traditional and non-traditional public relations, marketing and/or communications;
The ability to juggle multiple projects;
A desire for continued learning; and
The flexibility to work independently or with a team.

The internship is a paid, full-time position (40 hours per week). Responsibilities include assisting teams with client and internal projects, including employee newsletters, articles and press releases; research for clients and new business; team brainstorms; and project proposals.

In an agency that values learning and strives to stay on the cutting edge of the marketing communications industry, interns must be willing to immerse themselves in continued learning and apply what they learn to their work. Standing Partnership invests in the professional development of its interns and uses the internship program as a way to grow and mentor those new to the field. Interns are able to draw from a wealth of industry knowledge that exists within the Standing team.

Resumes are accepted year-round. For more information on our internship program, please contact internships@standingpr.com.