Public Relations Specialist chez Marcusmillichap

Marcus & Millichap is the nation’s leading brokerage firm specializing in real estate investments with offices nationwide. Marcus & Millichap offers owners and investors the nation's most comprehensive real estate research and analysis for all types of income-producing property.

Role Description

Marcus & Millichap is seeking a detail-oriented Public Relations Specialist with strong writing, communication, and relationship management skills to support PR efforts across the Western Division. This hands-on role translates agent activity and market insights into clear, compelling stories. You will manage media and internal relationships through confident communication across a wide range of stakeholders.

This role will manage day-to-day regional PR activities, including drafting and editing press releases and award nominations, maintaining accurate media contact lists, coordinating approvals, and tracking press coverage. You will collaborate closely with Field Marketing, divisional leadership, and marketing partners across social, advertising, and other channels to ensure PR efforts align with divisional priorities.

The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, brings exceptional attention to detail, and takes ownership of execution.

 

The base salary range for this role is $33.00 – $36.00 per hour. Actual pay will be determined by factors such as education, experience, and job-related skills relevant to the role. Marcus & Millichap is a multi-state employer and posted salary ranges are provided in good faith for compliance with all relevant pay-transparency regulations. These ranges may not reflect potential compensation for positions based in other states or regions. 

Draft, edit, route for approval, and distribute press releases in AP style; manage internal stakeholder reviews and publish approved content via Sitecore; respond to and manage incoming media inquiries from local reporters and outlets

Identify newsworthy transactions, agent achievements, and market insights to develop compelling PR stories

Coordinate with Corporate PR to align regional announcements and media outreach with national messaging

Build and maintain strong relationships with agents, divisional leadership, corporate PR, Field Marketing, and local media contacts

Maintain and update regional media lists; monitor local press activity and coverage

Develop and manage annual editorial calendars, track deadlines, and pitch stories to media outlets

Assist in drafting nomination narratives for industry awards

Track and analyze PR performance metrics, including media placements, story pickups, and audience reach; prepare performance summaries and insights for divisional leadership.

Collaborate with the marketing team to amplify earned media coverage across digital channels.

Provide marketing support for divisional initiatives and special projects as needed

Support the Field Marketing team by completing other tasks and duties as assigned

Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, public relations, journalism, writing, advertising, or a related business field

Minimum of one year of experience in public relations, journalism, or marketing; in-house PR, agency experience, newsroom experience or exposure to real estate, financial services, or brokerage environments is a strong plus

Experience pitching stories or building relationships with media outlets is a plus

Exceptional writing and editing skills with knowledge of AP style; excellent verbal communication and presentation abilities

Meticulous attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and workflows efficiently

Demonstrated project management and collaboration skills in a fast-paced environment

Ability to learn and apply commercial real estate concepts and terminology

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft O365, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Experience with task management or project tracking tools such as Asana or Monday

Must be available to support Pacific Time Zone (PST) working hours

Marcus & Millichap offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employees’ health, well-being, and financial security. Eligible employees may have access to the following benefits, subject to the terms of applicable benefit plans:

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and paid holidays

401(k) retirement plan with employer matching contributions

Life and disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness resources

Benefits eligibility, coverage, and employer contributions may vary based on position, employment status (full-time or part-time), location, and length of service. This summary is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute a guarantee of benefits. Additional details will be provided during the hiring process or upon request.

Founded in 1971, Marcus & Millichap (NYSE: MMI) is a leading commercial real estate brokerage firm focusing exclusively on investment sales, financing, research, and advisory services, with nearly 1,700 investment sales and financing professionals in 80+ offices throughout the United States and Canada.
 
Our mission is to help our clients create and preserve wealth by providing the best real estate investment sales, financing, research, and advisory services available.
 
Marcus & Millichap, Inc. is a leading national real estate services firm specializing in commercial real estate investment sales, financing services, research and advisory services. As of December 31, 2025, the Company had 1,808 investment sales and financing professionals in more than 80 offices who provide investment brokerage and financing services to sellers and buyers of commercial real estate. The Company also offers market research, consulting and advisory, and leasing services to its clients. Marcus & Millichap, Inc. closed 8,818 transactions in 2025, with a sales volume of $50.8 billion.         
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     
Marcus & Millichap is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender 
identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law.