Public Relations Senior Account Executive

An award-winning public relations and digital marketing agency is looking for a Senior Account Executive for several consumer and professional brand clients. This person will be joining a well-established division and will be responsible for overseeing junior team members and day-to-day activity on multiple accounts.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with long-lead and short-lead media (broadcast a plus)
• Understand media strategy, media & influencer relations and have an understanding of media & influencer landscape
• Use excellent grammar and written communication, as well as the passion to play the role of quality control and editor with junior team members
• Ensure quality work from team to meet/exceed client expectations
• Assist in development and management of events as needed
• Oversee day-to-day needs of clients, ensuring timely responses to requests
• Manage tactical activations such as events, treatment days and mailers
• Maintain communication and have a desire to work closely with clients
• Proactively handle client and account challenges and issues quickly and adeptly
• Base knowledge of developing client presentations
• Assist with budgeting – both for individual activations and year-long trackers
• Provide leadership, direction and guidance to junior team members. The agency is committed to this position’s growth and development, and we want someone who feels the same about those they manage
• Strongly manage up (help to manage deliverables and set managers up for success)
• Work with peers to further the mission, goals and culture of the agency
• Shows eagerness to learn and master the powerful approach of integrated marketing communications

Requirements:

• Minimum 4-5 years of experience; agency experience is required
• a track record of executing strong media launch and maintenance efforts, as well as strategic public relations initiatives such as events and strategic partnerships.
• Has demonstrated acumen for building client relationships and strong media relationships.
• Experience working with media and influencers.
• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, English, Marketing a plus but not required
• Experience in consumer, beauty and/or wellness a plus
• Big picture thinker, with strong writing, copy-editing, and presentation skills
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with impeccable attention to detail
• Ability to ideate and execute end-to-end client strategy, down to the small details
• Proven track record of generating results
• Personal time management skills; ability to work quickly under pressure without sacrificing quality
• Highly organized, responsive, and punctual
• Problem solving skills and inner drive to improve efficiency and delivery beyond expectations for both the agency and for clients
• Hands-on mentality and strong work ethic; ability to thrive and remain highly organized in a fast-paced environment
• Anticipatory and proactive in nature coupled with consistency in following up
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Suite, Zoom, and Slack

Company Overview

This agency has held a title as top place to work in an industry trade publication ranking, as well as 4 awards for their work within the past 2 years.

The agency's team delivers integrated marketing campaigns and includes PR experts, digital expertise, and research & analytics mavens.

The company's office is based in Manhattan and operates on a hybrid schedule (in-office 3 days a week on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday). Relocation assistance is not provided.

Annual Base Salary Range: $67,000-$85,000 (Compensation will be determined based on the skills, qualifications, ad experience of the applicant along with the requirements of the position.)

Benefits Include:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Performance-based bonus
• Generous contribution to healthcare, dental and vision plans
• 401K with company match and profit-sharing opportunities
• Flexible PTO, summer Fridays, and generous company holiday schedule
• Commuter benefits FSA
• Cell phone reimbursement
• Annual wellness reimbursement
• Family planning & life event reimbursement
• Paid parental leave
• Learning and development opportunities
• Quarterly Days of Service