HIRING! AAE Public Relations NJ

Feinstein Kean Healthcare (FKH) is a leading strategy/communication partner for innovative healthcare business and organizations of all types. We tend to work with those commercial entities and other organizations that are closest to emerging trends in science, medicine, business, policy and healthy consumer behaviors. Our clients therefore include many leading, global pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, diagnostic and device companies; personal genomics, nutrition and wellness companies and institutions; health information technology providers; contract research and health services firms; consulting organizations; advocacy groups and professional and industry organizations; academic medicine and government agencies. In other words, our work and relationships truly span the spectrum of health stakeholders — which informs our work and expands the horizon of opportunities available to our talented professionals.

FKH is a 26-year old firm; we have always specialized in health sciences and health care, and are recognized for our work in breakthrough areas of science and medicine, and for category altering products and technologies. We are headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, with offices in Parsippany, New Jersey and Washington, DC. FKH is an Ogilvy company, and participates with its Ogilvy and WPP colleagues to provide services to clients on a global basis. FKH offers a full range of strategic communication, marketing and related services that help clients to drive commercialization of their products, form partnerships, build coalitions with stakeholders, and improve the landscape with impact on policy.

Position Overview:
The Assistant Account Executive will join our team in supporting the strategic communications and activities for several clients throughout the firm. The successful candidate must be able to manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. S/he will also enjoy working in a smart, entrepreneurial, client-focused, team-oriented environment.

Essential Job Responsibilities:
 Monitor traditional and social media for articles pertinent to clients
 Prepare media reports/documents
 Conduct research and summarize findings on current and prospective clients
 Write client memos and meeting reports
 Develop media lists and possibly interacting with the media
 Gather and prepare marketing materials for press kits and client presentations
 Draft recommendations for clients
 Participate and be vocal in team meetings
 Manage client invoice process and assist with monthly billing procedures
 Maintain and update various tracking reports

Attributes: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies
 Consummate team player
 Flexible attitude regarding variety of project work
 Solutions focused
 “Can-do” attitude; willing to take on all different types of responsibilities
 Excellent written and verbal communication skills
 Able to multi-task effectively and maintain excellent organization
 Strong desire to learn new concepts and skills.

Required Skills, Knowledge, Must Haves and Experience of the “A” Player:
 1-2 years of experience (internships included) in public relations or corporate communications preferably in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology or life sciences industry
 Understanding of the communications function including writing press releases, pitching to media, conducting research, crisis communication and awareness campaigns
 Strong writing and editing skills
 Excellent communications and interpersonal skills
 Detail-oriented, with excellent follow-through on projects
 Strong organization skills
 Capable of juggling several projects at the same time – often needing to reprioritize
 Self motivated and willing to take initiative
 Able to work independently as well as on teams
 Professional and strong team player
 Excellent computer skills including MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint
 Adept at internet searching
 Previous experience with Cision, Factiva and Lexis/Nexis a plus

Education (Degrees, technical training, etc):
 Bachelor’s degree in communications or related degree required

Technical Expertise (Systems, software, etc.):
 Proficient in Microsoft Office, Power point, Word, Outlook

Work Conditions (Travel requirements, etc.):
 Minimal travel

To Apply:

 Go to http://www.fkhealth.com and click on “careers”

WPU Grads!!  You’d be working with Michele Baer