Assistant Account Executive, Public Relations, New York, New York
| Reference | 7013F6CEE6 |
| Category | Client Services |
| Job type | Full-time |
| Country | United States |
| State | New York |
| City | New York |
| Zip | 10001 |
| Hybrid work structure, ideally based in New York or Washington DC Burson is the global communications leader built to create value for clients through reputation. With highly specialized teams, industry-leading technologies and breakthrough creative, we help brands and businesses redefine reputation as a competitive advantage so they can lead today and into the future. Burson operates under WPP (NYSE: WPP), the creative transformation company. Learn more at http://www.bursonglobal.com . THE ROLE: Burson has an immediate opening for an Assistant Account Executive, Public Relations with a specialty in media relations and account management. This is a terrific opportunity to work with very exciting and renown brands. This job will involve client management, media relations, content development, analyst relations, and social/digital content strategy. We are looking for candidates with excellent written and oral communication skills, client relationship-building skills, and a passion for media relations who can deliver results. This person must be detailed-oriented, resourceful, and able to multi-task and prioritize under deadlines. If you are an eager and multi-talented PR professional that enjoys an entrepreneurial fast-paced work environment and are interested in working with innovative start-ups and/or market leading companies and the opportunity to grow professionally, we want to speak with you. THE WORK:This position will be client-facing, working with client contacts and internal teams to execute objectives and maintain client satisfactionHelp conceptualize and implement successful client programsAct as a storyteller, shaping the client narrative to secure media placementsMaintain strong relationships with key endemic, business and trade media contactsDevelop and support client strategy and planningDemonstrate and encourage creativity and innovation, both from a client service and team culture standpointEffectively articulate ideas to clients, colleagues and others using your strong communication and presentation skillsDemonstrate a passion for all things healthcare – being on the pulse of what’s happening in the industry and understanding the implications for our clientsWell-versed in synthesizing information to deliver timely insightsHelp lead and mentor a talented group of agency professionals, overseeing project management, day-to-day account work and individual client programs EXPERIENCE THAT CONTRIBUTES TO SUCCESS:1-3 years of public relations experienceUndergraduate degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism or related experience is preferredStrong written and verbal communications skills across a range of mediums (social media, long-form content, media materials/press releases, presentations, messaging etc.)Track record of success developing and executing PR/communications programs to achieve a client’s objectivesExperience managing projects from end-to-end, being solution oriented and always keeping in mind client goalsExperienced with Cision, Microsoft suite of tools, MuckRack, Brandwatch and Google Workspace (a plus).Experience effectively managing multiple workstreams and client budgets.Hybrid work structure, ideally based in NYC or DCDesire to work in a diverse and inclusive organization as an active participant in culture initiatives, training opportunities and employee resource groups ABOUT BURSON: At Burson, diversity, equity and inclusion are not just values; they are strategic imperatives that fuel our future in an industry built on the art of understanding, connecting and developing relationships. We believe that a diverse workforce is essential for inspiring bold ideas, fostering constructive dialogue and cultivating meaningful experiences that drive innovation and creativity. It also enables our agency to thrive and deliver brilliant work. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Burson does not discriminate against applicants or employees because of their race, creed, color, age, religion, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, military status, national origin, or ancestry. For more information, visit http://www.bursonglobal.com. When you click the “Submit Application” button below, this will send any information you add below to Burson. Before you do this, we think it’s a good idea to read through our Recruitment Privacy Policy. California residents should read our California Recruitment Privacy Notice. This explains what we do with your personal data when you apply for a role with us, and, how you can update the information you have provided us with or how to remove it. Recruitment Privacy Notice: https://www.bursonglobal.com/p/recruitment-privacy-noticeCalifornia Recruitment Privacy Notice: https://www.bursonglobal.com/p/california-recruitment-privacy-notice The base salary for this position at the time of this posting may range from $35,000 to $75,000. Individual compensation varies based on job-related factors, including location, business needs, level of responsibility, experience, and qualifications. We offer a competitive benefits package; click here for more details: https://mybenefits.wpp.com/public/welcome Our careers page is designed to be accessible to everyone. If you need any specific accommodations during the application process, feel free to reach out to us at appaccommodations@bursonglobal.com. 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| Employer | Burson North America |