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Account Director, Public Relations Job at Method Communications in New York

Account Director, Public Relations Job at Method Communications in New York

MediabistroNew York, NY, United States
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Overview

Account Director (Hybrid) – B2B Tech Public Relations | Method Communications. The role is a mid-level people manager responsible for day-to-day account leadership, client service, staffing, training, organizational development, and quality control. Members participate in leadership discussions and collaborate with HR, Finance, and Operations on internal agency initiatives.

Base pay range

$105,000.00 / yr - $135,000.00 / yr

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What We’re Looking For

  • Typically 6 - 10 years’ experience (or equivalent expertise and education) in public relations, communications, marketing and / or related fields, including research, advertising, management consulting, media and publishing
  • Senior level ability to conceptualize and execute integrated communications programs that align with business goals and objectives
  • Ability to build positive rapport and trusted advisor relationships with clients
  • Adept at exercising excellent judgment and emotional intelligence in navigating difficult conversations
  • Comfortable working with technology media across industry verticals, pitching stories, staffing briefings and providing targeted outreach to diverse audiences
  • Established relationships with media, including journalists, analysts and other influencers
  • Able to manage others and oversee multiple direct reports with different managerial requirements, working on both hard and soft skill development
  • Strong editing and writing capabilities
  • Passion for work and commitment to developing skills and helping team members learn on a daily basis

Responsibilities

  • Provide input on decision-making issues affecting the agency – new business, best practices, client service, and performance management
  • Work with People Ops to motivate and lead a high-performance team; contribute to attracting, recruiting and retaining team members; deliver constructive and clear feedback to ensure level requirements are met
  • Act as a mentor for designated direct reports, ensuring annual 360 reviews are performed and career development goals are set for all career coachees / direct reports
  • Provide strategic guidance for clients and team leads on well-conceptualized and researched PR and integrated marketing programs, including handling sensitive client issues, solving problems, and evolving direction as necessary
  • Execute and demonstrate Method’s Concierge Service Delivery Approach to your clients and teams
  • Oversee the development of goals for internal team members and clients, leading teams to effectively execute against client strategy
  • Coach and support Account Supervisors in guiding teams to collaborate and produce high-quality work effectively
  • Develop strong written content and newsworthy pitches that align with client's business objectives and coach teams to do the same
  • Build relationships with a wide range of reporters and publications to secure coverage across business, broadcast, tech and trade media; lead and coach teams to do the same
  • Business Development

  • Expand personal / professional network in order to enhance the Method brand and grow our client and client services portfolio
  • Participate in new business pitches ensuring presentations are well-researched, prepared and polished
  • Support organic growth by expanding the scope of work with clients
  • Account and Agency Management

  • Manage account team to ensure quality work is done, efficient processes are in place, and client requests are handled in a timely fashion
  • Help track and manage budgets to assist the executive team and leadership team in performing their responsibilities
  • Participate in account staffing and evaluating team structures to maximize account quality and profitability
  • What We’re Looking For (continued)

  • Senior-level ability to conceptualize and execute integrated communications programs that align with business goals
  • Ability to build positive rapport and trusted advisor relationships with clients
  • Adequate judgment and emotional intelligence for navigating difficult conversations
  • Comfort with technology media across industry verticals, pitching stories and providing targeted outreach
  • What’s it like to work here?

    Relationships are paramount to life at Method. We invest in building and maintaining client, journalist, and team relationships. We strive for incredible results, encourage new ideas, and celebrate wins together for clients and teams. Method is award-winning and emphasizes employee well-being, development, and recognition.

    What’s in it for YOU?

  • Flexible, hybrid work
  • Generous Vacation and Wellness Time accruals, two weeks of full office closure, paid holidays, and 2 floating holidays
  • Cell phone and internet cost reimbursement
  • Employer paid Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Employer paid Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • 401K Plan with Employer Match up to 4%
  • Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering three confidential, face-to-face counseling sessions per issue per year
  • Paid Family Leave
  • $500 annual wellness stipend after 6 months of employment
  • $1500 professional development stipend after 2 years of employment
  • 4 weeks of paid sabbatical after 5 years of employment
  • Leadership development and virtual training opportunities
  • Salary Ranges & Work Arrangement

    Salary Range : $105,000 - $135,000. The role can be performed hybrid 2x week at Method\'s New York City office. Final compensation is determined by education, experience, and location; location-based bands may apply.

    About the Company

    Founded in 2010, Method Communications is an award-winning technology marketing and public relations agency built for challenger brands and today’s most innovative companies. We value relationships, resourcefulness, and results, and support employee well-being, development, and health. We actively promote diversity, equity, and inclusion.

    Join a Quartz Best Companies For Remote Workers, PRWeek Best Places to Work, and PRovoke Small Agency to Work For.

    To Apply

    Submit a resume. Method is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national or ethnic origin, mental or physical ability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

    If you need accommodation at any point in the application or interview process, please let us know. Only engage with a representative at Method Communications if their email address ends with @methodcommunications.com. Method will never ask a candidate to purchase materials or share financial information. If you have questions, please reach out to join@methodcommunications.com.

    Please read Method\'s Drug and Alcohol Testing Safety Policy.

    Employment details

  • Seniority level : Mid-Senior level
  • Employment type : Full-time
  • Job function : Public Relations
  • Industries : Public Relations and Communications Services
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