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About Sezzle:

With a mission to financially empower the next generation, Sezzle is revolutionizing the shopping experience beyond payments, blending cutting-edge tech with seamless, interest-free installment plans that make shopping smarter and more accessible. We're not just transforming payments; we're redefining how people discover, interact with, and purchase the things they love while driving real impact on merchant sales through increased conversions and higher order values. As we continue to shape the future of fintech and retail, we're building an innovative, dynamic team passionate about creating more than just a transaction but a truly unique shopping journey. If you're excited about pushing boundaries in tech and delivering a game-changing experience for consumers and merchants alike, come join us at Sezzle and help create the future of shopping!

About the Role

Sezzle is seeking a Public Relations + Communications Associate who is best in class with a high IQ plus a high EQ. This role presents an exciting opportunity to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment within a rapidly growing team, with abundant prospects for career advancement. 

As Sezzle's Public Relations + Communications Associate, you'll help drive the communications and media strategy that shapes how the world sees Sezzle while hitting measured KPIs. In addition, you will support the day-to-day management of our social channels including: LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and TikTok. Reporting to the Head of Public Relations, you'll be the person turning ideas into content, tracking what's working, and making sure our voice shows up, on-brand, performing everywhere it matters.

This is a hands-on, high-visibility role for someone who wants to help build out a growing brand's communications engine and social presence. You'll partner closely with the Head of PR on media relations, press coverage, competitive intelligence and our testing and learning surrounding various PR channels. You'll ideate and create content and manage channels. You'll understand how to weave culture and trends so Sezzle shows up where the conversation is happening while achieving those KPIs. You'll split your time among communications/PR support (media monitoring, press recaps, competitor tracking, thought leadership, GEO management), social media (strategy, agency relationships, content creation, performance tracking), analytics and more.

It's both analytical and creative, you'll track coverage and data to sharpen our story, then use those same insights to make the next piece of content or campaign better. We're also continuing to test and evolve our approach to consumer social, so this role requires someone who thrives in ambiguity and shifting priorities. They understand the need to pivot toward the campaigns and channels proving performance. Responsibilities across PR and social may shift as our strategy evolves, and we need someone excited about that flexibility.

If you're proactive, love the fast pace of a growing fintech, and want ownership over work that touches millions of people, this is a seat where your work will be visible.

What You'll Own

• Support PR initiatives, including media monitoring, coverage tracking, and building press recaps; keep up to date with competitors on PR efforts through monthly reporting
• Partner with third-party agencies (media monitoring, GEO, influencer marketing)
• Track and report on social and PR performance metrics, helping identify insights and optimizations; stay up to date on company product updates
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align content with broader campaigns and company initiatives and goals
• Help lead in-person brand/PR events
• Assist in developing and executing social media strategies across LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and TikTok - with the understanding that our approach to consumer social is actively being tested, so priorities and channel focus may shift based on what's performing
• Create and schedule engaging, on-brand content (copy, visuals, short-form video concepts)
• Monitor social media trends and identify opportunities for Sezzle to participate in relevant conversations
• Assist with PR & content planning, calendars, and day-to-day channel management
• Must be skilled in utilizing AI in a variety of ways from helping inspire concepts, interpret data, create assets and more

What We're Looking For

Required

• Completed bachelor's degree in Marketing / Journalism or related field
• 2-3 years of experience in public relations, journalism, social media, or related fields
• Experience with Meltwater / Globe Newswire ideal 
• Fluent English (written and spoken)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail is a must. There are plenty of moving parts within this role.
• Project management skills.
• Graphic/creative design skills and knowledge in Figma is preferred.
• Experience in copywriting short and engaging messages.
• Experience leveraging data inputs to create segments, design tests, execute reporting and provide insights.
• Database marketing experience is a plus.
• Prior experience with social media is necessary-would love to see past performance (potentially your own brand, or others you've worked with).
• Interest and experience with AI- ability to automate manual tasks.
• Must be able to use our app accessing all available Sezzle products, so this requires living near a major city in AL, AK, AZ, AR, CA, DE, FL, HI, ID, IN, KS, KY, LA, MI, MS, MO, MT, NE, NV, NJ, NC, ND, OH, OK, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, WY 
• Demonstrated experience working with Claude or equivalent large language model tools is required; candidates must be comfortable leveraging AI to enhance productivity, research, and communication.

Compensation

The total compensation range for the role is $80,000 - $100,000 (including base). Our ranges are very broad to accommodate all types of candidates and encourage growth. Specific compensation offered to a candidate may be dependent on factors such as education, experience, qualifications, and alignment with market data. Exceptional candidates may receive salaries outside of the posted ranges.

 Perks & Benefits: 

• Competitive salary 
• Unlimited PTO, volunteer hours and sabbatical 
• Life, STD/LTD, medical, dental and vision insurance 
• Highly discounted LifeTime gym membership
• 401k with match
• Collaborative fun co-workers
• The opportunity to join the fastest growing FinTech alongside a team of motivated and driven individuals

Sezzle's Employee Privacy Policy: At Sezzle, we care about protecting your personal information. When you apply for a position with us, any data you share as part of the application process is handled in accordance with our Employee Privacy Policy, which also covers applicants. We encourage you to review it to understand how your information is collected, used, and safeguarded. You can read the full policy here: https://legal.sezzle.com/state-employee-privacy-policy.

CCPA Disclosure: Sezzle Inc. is committed to protecting the privacy of our job applicants. In compliance with the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), we inform California residents about the personal information we may collect, the purposes for its collection, and your rights under the CCPA. For details about the categories of personal information we collect and your rights under the CCPA, please visit Sezzle's Employee Privacy Policy: https://legal.sezzle.com/state-employee-privacy-policy.

 By submitting your application, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this CCPA disclosure.

Equal Employment Opportunity: Sezzle Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other legally protected status. Sezzle recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting our mission.

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