Director, Public Relations

　　Location: This role can be Office-Based or Home-Based or Hybrid.

　　Position Summary:

　　Bentley’s purpose is to advance the world’s infrastructure for a better quality of life. We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Director, Public Relations, to oversee a team of public relations professionals and develop public relations strategies that drive awareness of Bentley as the leader in infrastructure engineering software.

　　Your Day-to-Day:

　　Develop and execute comprehensive PR strategies and plans aligned with corporate goals and objectives, ensuring a positive and consistent public image.

　　Craft compelling messages and storylines that effectively communicate the company's purpose and leadership.

　　Cultivate and manage relationships with key media outlets, journalists, and influencers to secure positive coverage.

　　Oversee the creation of impactful press releases, articles, and communications materials.

　　Oversee the planning of media interviews and PR events.

　　Collaborate with executives and spokespeople and prepare them for media engagements and public appearances.

　　Monitor media coverage and results, tracking impact and deriving insights to refine PR strategies.

　　Manage issues and coordinate with internal subject matter experts.

　　Manage crisis communications activities to mitigate reputational risk.

　　Manage and motivate the PR team, setting objectives and monitoring performance.

　　Oversee PR agency relationships to ensure successful outcomes aligned with goals and strategies.

　　Monitor and report on relevant industry trends, events, and opportunities.

　　Work collaboratively with marketing, legal, investor relations, and other departments to ensure cohesive external communications.

　　This role requires minimal travel.

　　Requires sitting or standing at will while performing work on a computer (or any other physical requirements (https://www.bls.gov/ors/factsheet/visual-overview-of-physical-demands.htm) ).

　　What You Bring to The Team:

　　5 years of experience in a PR leadership role within the software, technology, or infrastructure sectors, preferably in a publicly traded company.

　　10+ years’ experience working in PR or communications.

　　Bachelor’s degree in public relations, communications, marketing, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred.

　　Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

　　Strategic thinker with the ability to align PR strategies and plans with business objectives.

　　Demonstrated success in enhancing brand reputation and securing positive media coverage.

　　Experience elevating and leading teams & working with executives on communication strategies.

　　About Bentley Systems:

　　Bentley Systems (Nasdaq: BSY) is the infrastructure engineering software company. We provide innovative software to advance the world’s infrastructure – sustaining both the global economy and environment. Our industry-leading software solutions are used by professionals, and organizations of every size, for the design, construction, and operations of roads and bridges, rail and transit, water and wastewater, public works and utilities, buildings and campuses, mining, and industrial facilities. Our offerings, powered by the iTwin Platform for infrastructure digital twins, include MicroStation and Bentley Open applications for modeling and simulation, Seequent’s software for geoprofessionals, and Bentley Infrastructure Cloud encompassing ProjectWise for project delivery, SYNCHRO for construction management, and AssetWise for asset operations. Bentley Systems’ 5,000 colleagues generate annual revenues of more than $1 billion in 194 countries. www.bentley.com

　　Equal Opportunity Employer:

　　Bentley is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, religion, national origin, age, or any other protected characteristic. This commitment extends to all aspects of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, compensation, and training. EEO is the Law (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/migrated_files/employers/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf) and EEO is the Law Supplement (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/OFCCP_EEO_Supplement_Final_JRF_QA_508c.pdf) documents provide additional information about your rights as an applicant under the law.

　　Bentley Policy on EEO, Affirmative Action and Pay Transparency Non-Discrimination (https://www.bentley.com/wp-content/uploads/Bentley-EEOAA-Statement-of-Policy.pdf)

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　　As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Bentley is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. We encourage you to request a reasonable accommodation if you are not able to fully use or access our online application system. You can make an accommodation request by calling 610-458-5000 or sending us an email at [email protected]

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