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Senior Account Executive - public outreach

Public Relations

San Francisco, CA, Hybrid, Full-Time

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About the Role Our client, a leading communications firm, is seeking a full-time, salaried Senior Account Executive to join their Bay Area team. The Senior Account Executive is responsible for executing senior management and client vision including drafting communications and building relationships with key audiences; assists in business development by seeking new relationships for possible business opportunities. They are seeking an individual who is ready to support unique communications needs by developing tailored strategies and tactics that get results. They want strong writers and researchers – those who enjoy jumping in and learning everything they can about a client or project.

Location & Schedule This position operates on a hybrid schedule, with 2-3 days onsite in the San Francisco office. Travel is required up to 15-20% of the time. This role will include early mornings, evenings, and weekends as required.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist in the planning, development and execution of public affairs and outreach plans on a variety of different projects

  • Prepare client research, media coverage and social media tracking; develop and implement social media campaigns

  • Manage development of collateral materials, including creating content, coordinating with graphics on design elements and ensuring deadlines are met

  • Create high quality internal and external communications, including fact sheets, client presentations, news releases, eblasts, message platforms, flyers, signage and any other content necessary for clients

  • Develop consistent, creative and successful media pitches

  • Plan, execute and represent clients at events in any way necessary (e.g., manning booths, staffing open houses)

  • Build and maintain meaningful relationships with targeted, high-level external audiences

  • Actively search for business opportunities by attending networking and community events, participating in professional associations, and meeting informally with government and business contacts

  • Provide guidance to and assist junior staff members, such as Interns, Account Coordinators and Account Executives

What Our Client Offers

  • Competitive salary with exceptional opportunities for advancement and long-term career growth

  • Comprehensive benefits including medical care, flexible spending accounts, paid time off and profit sharing

  • Opportunity to work on exciting, visible public projects that make a real difference

  • Access to high-level networking opportunities with public officials and influential leaders

  • Company-wide events and cross-office collaboration opportunities

  • Mentorship and learning opportunities from experienced professionals across multiple offices

  • Chance to be part of a rapidly growing company with exciting new projects constantly coming in

  • Leadership development and advancement opportunities (senior staff regularly promoted to executive roles)

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Communications, English, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, Public Administration or similar preferred

  • 3+ years' experience in public relations or public outreach fields