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The Senior Public Relations Manager is a key contributor in building a world-class communications function for one of the largest banks headquartered in the West. This highly visible role leads public relations and thought leadership for priority initiatives—shaping narratives, elevating leaders, and enhancing the bank’s visibility across regional and enterprise platforms.
This role owns PR strategy, execution, and measurement for key initiatives while providing critical support across the full spectrum of Corporate Communications work, including proactive and reactive media engagement, spokesperson training, issues management, and crisis communications. As a trusted advisor, the Senior Public Relations Manager partners closely with market leaders, lines of business, and cross-functional teams to deliver integrated communications programs that advance business objectives and strengthen brand reputation.
- Leads regionally focused PR and thought leadership initiatives as part of a cross-functional team in support of the bank’s overall business objectives: Develops and executes strategic PR plans and advises business and market leaders on priority initiatives. These include market and line of business expansions, national/regional awards program, company milestones and achievements, product launches, and strategic partnerships.
- Builds strong working relationships with leaders across the bank to drive market and line of business focused PR strategies that showcase the expertise and impact of our people, raise bank visibility, and help strengthen our reputation in key markets.
- Develops thought leadership platforms for regional market and line of business leaders inclusive of earned media, authored content, panels and events, awards, etc.
- Plays a critical support role to the Director of Corporate Communications on enterprise-level initiatives, both proactive, positive PR for the bank and reactive external strategies and responses to emerging issues and crisis situations.
- Acts as a pro-active, creative member of the larger MarCom team; leads and/or supports important MarCom projects and initiatives that arise from new campaigns, sponsorships, in-market initiatives.
- Oversees the efficient and successful daily operation of the Corporate Communications Office: Serves as the gatekeeper of partner requests for information, news releases, articles, blogs and other content needs for lines of businesses, community partners and business vendors; develops and manage all related processes and protocols; conducts internal research and recommends media response strategy for information or comment requests to the Director of Corporate Communications; leads the reporting function for the office and provides expert recommendations for planning and strategy, etc.
- Researches, monitors, and advises on emerging external/industry reputational risks; reports findings, recommends approach, initiates messaging, elevates to internal stakeholders as appropriate.
- Demonstrates compliance with all bank regulations for assigned job function and applies to designated job responsibilities – knowledge may be gained through coursework and on-the-job training. Keeps up to date on regulation changes.
- Follows all bank policies and procedures, compliance regulations, and completes all required annual or job-specific training.
- Maintain a working knowledge of bank's written policies and procedures regarding Bank Secrecy Act, Regulation CC, Regulation E, Bank Security and other regulations as applicable to this job description.
- May be asked to coach, mentor, or train others and teach coursework as subject matter expert.
- Actively learns, demonstrates, and fosters the Columbia corporate culture in all actions and words.
- Takes personal initiative and is a positive example for others to emulate.
- Embraces our vision to become “Business Bank of Choice”.
- May perform other duties as assigned.
About You:
- Bachelor’s Degree in the field of Public Relations, Journalism, Communications, English or related field, or equivalent work experience required.
- 8-10+ years of progressive experience leading public relations and strategic communications across media relations, thought leadership, and issues/crisis response, preferably within the financial services industry required.
- Proven media relations expertise, including cultivating priority media relationships, securing earned media, preparing senior leaders for interviews, and crafting publication-ready content.
- Strong command of financial topics, with the ability to quickly develop and articulate clear points of view for internal and external audiences.
- Exceptional writing and editing skills, with demonstrated experience shaping thought leadership strategy and developing high-impact content.
- Strong ability to identify “through lines” in corporate storytelling and translate them into compelling narratives, pitches, and communications strategies.
- High proficiency with Microsoft Office and media monitoring/reporting tools (e.g., Cision, PRN, Muck Rack, Meltwater, Hootsuite).
- Proven crisis communications and issues management capability, including rapid assessment, message development, stakeholder alignment, and coordination of timely internal/external responses.
- Strong knowledge of emerging communications trends and best practices, including the responsible use of AI tools in content development and workflow.
- Demonstrated leadership ability at all levels of the organization, with the ability to bring people together and drive collaboration on both short- and long-term projects.
- Occasional travel may be required.
The pay range for this role is $115,000 - $130,000.
The pay rate for the selected candidate is dependent upon a variety of non-discriminatory factors including, but not limited to, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, education, and geographic location. The role may be eligible for performance-based incentive compensation, and those details will be provided during the recruitment process.
Primary Location: Ability to work fully onsite at posted location(s).
805 SW Broadway Floor 2 Portland OR 97205-3300
Our Benefits:
We are proud to offer a competitive total rewards package including base wages and comprehensive benefits.
We offer eligible associates comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), a 401(k)-retirement savings plan with employer match for qualifying associate contributions, an employee assistance program, life insurance, disability insurance, tuition assistance, mental health resources, identity theft protection, legal support, auto and home insurance, pet insurance, access to an online discount marketplace, and paid vacation, sick days, volunteer days, and holidays. Benefit eligibility begins the first day of the month following the date of hire for associates who are regularly scheduled to work at least thirty hours weekly.
Our Commitment to Diversity:
Columbia Bank is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to employing, engaging, and developing a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, protected veteran status, disability, or any other applicable protected status or characteristics. If you require an accommodation to complete the application or interview(s), please let us know by email: careers@columbiabank.com.
To Staffing and Recruiting Agencies:
Our posted job opportunities are only intended for individuals seeking employment at Columbia Bank. Columbia Bank does not accept unsolicited resumes or applications from agencies and Columbia Bank will not be responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resume submissions. Staffing and recruiting agencies are not authorized to submit profiles, applications, or resumes to this site or to any Columbia Bank employee and any such submissions will be considered unsolicited unless requested directly by a member of the Talent Acquisition team.
About the Role:
The Senior Public Relations Manager is a key contributor in building a world-class communications function for one of the largest banks headquartered in the West. This highly visible role leads public relations and thought leadership for priority initiatives—shaping narratives, elevating leaders, and enhancing the bank’s visibility across regional and enterprise platforms.
This role owns PR strategy, execution, and measurement for key initiatives while providing critical support across the full spectrum of Corporate Communications work, including proactive and reactive media engagement, spokesperson training, issues management, and crisis communications. As a trusted advisor, the Senior Public Relations Manager partners closely with market leaders, lines of business, and cross-functional teams to deliver integrated communications programs that advance business objectives and strengthen brand reputation.
- Leads regionally focused PR and thought leadership initiatives as part of a cross-functional team in support of the bank’s overall business objectives: Develops and executes strategic PR plans and advises business and market leaders on priority initiatives. These include market and line of business expansions, national/regional awards program, company milestones and achievements, product launches, and strategic partnerships.
- Builds strong working relationships with leaders across the bank to drive market and line of business focused PR strategies that showcase the expertise and impact of our people, raise bank visibility, and help strengthen our reputation in key markets.
- Develops thought leadership platforms for regional market and line of business leaders inclusive of earned media, authored content, panels and events, awards, etc.
- Plays a critical support role to the Director of Corporate Communications on enterprise-level initiatives, both proactive, positive PR for the bank and reactive external strategies and responses to emerging issues and crisis situations.
- Acts as a pro-active, creative member of the larger MarCom team; leads and/or supports important MarCom projects and initiatives that arise from new campaigns, sponsorships, in-market initiatives.
- Oversees the efficient and successful daily operation of the Corporate Communications Office: Serves as the gatekeeper of partner requests for information, news releases, articles, blogs and other content needs for lines of businesses, community partners and business vendors; develops and manage all related processes and protocols; conducts internal research and recommends media response strategy for information or comment requests to the Director of Corporate Communications; leads the reporting function for the office and provides expert recommendations for planning and strategy, etc.
- Researches, monitors, and advises on emerging external/industry reputational risks; reports findings, recommends approach, initiates messaging, elevates to internal stakeholders as appropriate.
- Demonstrates compliance with all bank regulations for assigned job function and applies to designated job responsibilities – knowledge may be gained through coursework and on-the-job training. Keeps up to date on regulation changes.
- Follows all bank policies and procedures, compliance regulations, and completes all required annual or job-specific training.
- Maintain a working knowledge of bank's written policies and procedures regarding Bank Secrecy Act, Regulation CC, Regulation E, Bank Security and other regulations as applicable to this job description.
- May be asked to coach, mentor, or train others and teach coursework as subject matter expert.
- Actively learns, demonstrates, and fosters the Columbia corporate culture in all actions and words.
- Takes personal initiative and is a positive example for others to emulate.
- Embraces our vision to become “Business Bank of Choice”.
- May perform other duties as assigned.
About You:
- Bachelor’s Degree in the field of Public Relations, Journalism, Communications, English or related field, or equivalent work experience required.
- 8-10+ years of progressive experience leading public relations and strategic communications across media relations, thought leadership, and issues/crisis response, preferably within the financial services industry required.
- Proven media relations expertise, including cultivating priority media relationships, securing earned media, preparing senior leaders for interviews, and crafting publication-ready content.
- Strong command of financial topics, with the ability to quickly develop and articulate clear points of view for internal and external audiences.
- Exceptional writing and editing skills, with demonstrated experience shaping thought leadership strategy and developing high-impact content.
- Strong ability to identify “through lines” in corporate storytelling and translate them into compelling narratives, pitches, and communications strategies.
- High proficiency with Microsoft Office and media monitoring/reporting tools (e.g., Cision, PRN, Muck Rack, Meltwater, Hootsuite).
- Proven crisis communications and issues management capability, including rapid assessment, message development, stakeholder alignment, and coordination of timely internal/external responses.
- Strong knowledge of emerging communications trends and best practices, including the responsible use of AI tools in content development and workflow.
- Demonstrated leadership ability at all levels of the organization, with the ability to bring people together and drive collaboration on both short- and long-term projects.
- Occasional travel may be required.
The pay range for this role is $115,000 - $130,000.
The pay rate for the selected candidate is dependent upon a variety of non-discriminatory factors including, but not limited to, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, education, and geographic location. The role may be eligible for performance-based incentive compensation, and those details will be provided during the recruitment process.
Primary Location: Ability to work fully onsite at posted location(s).
805 SW Broadway Floor 2 Portland OR 97205-3300
Our Benefits:
We are proud to offer a competitive total rewards package including base wages and comprehensive benefits.
We offer eligible associates comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), a 401(k)-retirement savings plan with employer match for qualifying associate contributions, an employee assistance program, life insurance, disability insurance, tuition assistance, mental health resources, identity theft protection, legal support, auto and home insurance, pet insurance, access to an online discount marketplace, and paid vacation, sick days, volunteer days, and holidays. Benefit eligibility begins the first day of the month following the date of hire for associates who are regularly scheduled to work at least thirty hours weekly.
Our Commitment to Diversity:
Columbia Bank is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to employing, engaging, and developing a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, protected veteran status, disability, or any other applicable protected status or characteristics. If you require an accommodation to complete the application or interview(s), please let us know by email: careers@columbiabank.com.
To Staffing and Recruiting Agencies:
Our posted job opportunities are only intended for individuals seeking employment at Columbia Bank. Columbia Bank does not accept unsolicited resumes or applications from agencies and Columbia Bank will not be responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resume submissions. Staffing and recruiting agencies are not authorized to submit profiles, applications, or resumes to this site or to any Columbia Bank employee and any such submissions will be considered unsolicited unless requested directly by a member of the Talent Acquisition team.
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Frame your portfolio for U.S. specialty occupation standards
PR roles must meet the DOL's specialty occupation definition, meaning a specific degree is genuinely required for the position. Reframe your portfolio to show strategic communications work that demonstrably required your degree, not just executional tasks any hire could perform.
Target agencies with established international hiring pipelines
U.S. PR agencies that regularly work with global brands are far more familiar with E-3 visa sponsorship than pure domestic boutiques. Prioritize agencies with offices in Sydney or Melbourne, as their HR teams have typically processed E-3 paperwork before.
Clarify the LCA requirement before accepting an offer
Your employer must file a Labor Condition Application with the DOL before your visa application can proceed. Confirm this step explicitly during offer negotiations so neither party is surprised by the two-to-five business day DOL processing window.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to manage LCA and consulate prep
Once you have an offer, Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service handles your LCA submission, visa paperwork, and consulate appointment preparation end-to-end, reducing the back-and-forth that typically delays PR hires starting their roles on time.
Prepare credential documentation before your job search starts
Australian three-year bachelor's degrees are generally accepted as equivalent to U.S. four-year degrees for E-3 purposes, but you should have your academic transcripts and, if needed, a credential evaluation ready before interviews so you can address questions immediately.
Address dual-intent limitations with your hiring manager early
The E-3 is a nonimmigrant visa with stricter nonimmigrant intent requirements than H-1B visa. If your hiring manager asks whether you plan to pursue a green card, explain the E-3's structure honestly and focus the conversation on your immediate commitment to the role.
E-3 Visa Public Relations: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Public Relations jobs in the U.S. that offer E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search, filtering U.S. Public Relations roles by employers with active E-3 and H-1B sponsorship history. Most PR job boards don't surface sponsorship data at all, so you'd otherwise spend hours researching each employer individually before knowing whether sponsorship is even on the table.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does a Public Relations role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Yes, provided the position genuinely requires a bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, journalism, or a closely related field. Roles focused on strategy, media relations, or corporate communications typically qualify. Roles that could be filled by candidates from any degree background, or where the degree is listed as preferred rather than required, are more likely to face scrutiny during the LCA filing process.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Australian PR professionals?
The E-3 is significantly more predictable for Australians. There's no annual lottery, no cap to exhaust, and you can apply directly at a U.S. consulate in Australia without waiting for USCIS approval. The H-1B requires winning a random lottery with a roughly 25 to 30 percent selection rate. For PR roles, which qualify under both visa types, the E-3 is the faster and more reliable path.
Can I switch PR employers while on an E-3 visa?
Yes, but you can't simply transfer your existing E-3 to a new employer. Your new employer must file a fresh LCA with the DOL and you'll need to either apply for a new E-3 stamp at a U.S. consulate or file a change of status with USCIS if you're already in the U.S. Plan for a gap between your last day and your new start date that accounts for this process.