Manager, Communications and Public Relations

At Batesville, you will be a part of a dynamic team committed to excellence and innovation. A recognized leader in the death care industry in North America, we are committed to our mission of helping families honor the lives of those they love®. We are currently seeking a Manager, Communications & Public Relations to join our team in Batesville, IN. This position is a Hybrid role, with the opportunity to work both remote and in-office. 

Your Role at Batesville:

As a Manager, Communications & Public Relations, you will be responsible for leading the development of communications and public relations area which connect organizational business goals with specific issue campaigns and projects, both internally and externally. This position is responsible for planning, developing, and implementing communications and public relations strategies to enhance the company’s reputation, credibility, and competitive position. In this role, you will work with executive leaders and others to identify opportunities to highlight activities, achievements, products, thought leadership, and other topics across the company that will enhance its brand with internal and external audiences. In addition, this position creates and manages communications plans and tactics, including message and content development, for key product launches, sensitive situations and company positioning. As a partner supporting the company’s spokespeople, the Manager Communications and Public Relations builds and manages relationships with media and ensures a unified voice and consistent public identity.

How You’ll be Rewarded: 

• Batesville is a family. You will be part of a family of highly committed associates who are passionate about our company, committed to our customers and excited about our future.
• Competitive pay
• IMMEDIATE ELIGIBILITY – Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance, as well as prescription coverage, short-term disability, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and more.
• Generous 401K Matching Program
• Paid time off
• Opportunities for development and advancement

What You’ll Do:

• Write press releases, feature articles, and pitch story opportunities for placement in print and digital communications as well as podcasts and awards; Solicits opportunities to gain exposure for the company and executives in targeted industry and media outlets that advance thought leadership, enhance our market position.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with industry media outlets, journalists, influencers as well as top-tier key industry stakeholders and consumer reporters to enhance and protect the company’s reputation.
• Serve as one point of contact, among other company spokespeople for media and industry associations to ensure alignment and consistency of messaging and facilitate coverage of the company.
• Develop and manage comprehensive communication plans and tactics for sensitive situations such as workforce changes, crisis communication, and unplanned events. This includes the development or oversight of development of talking points, media statements, press releases, internal communications, and Q&A.
• Create and present communication information for internal and external stakeholders including message maps, key message documents, FAQs, letters, and other communication tools as needed.
• Provide communication counsel and advice to business leaders on reputation and business impact, including competitive response teams, executive presentations, customer events, product launches, pricing activities, and other special projects, regarding the best message strategies to frame a discussion and optimal channels to effectively handle issues. Train and coach leaders and spokespeople on delivery of these key messages.
• Oversee comprehensive internal employee communication calendar and channels to ensure a consistent message across the business, including company’s intranet site, videos, emails, PowerPoint presentations and other emerging technologies.
• Assist with the development of strategic messaging for key associate meetings, awards programs, leadership meetings, and customer visits and meetings that drive engagement with the company’s mission, and business goals.
• Keeps a pulse on today’s industry trends and environment to maximize company opportunities. Leverages research, analysis, and insights to develop appropriate communications strategies to achieve business objectives.
• Leads the development of annual and ad hoc strategic communications plans and responsible tactics, guided by key messages, brand platforms, guidelines, and policies for the corporation.
• Evaluates effectiveness of external comm