Overview:
Ketchum is looking to add a Senior Account Executive to their dynamic North America Corporate Reputation Team!
About the Job:
- Build understanding and knowledge of the clients’ businesses and their competitive environments
- Actively participate/contribute to the development of account plans/ideas.
- Demonstrate knowledge of client media monitoring process and be able to efficiently conduct/review on a daily basis
- Demonstrate ability to effectively develop a full range of written materials consisting of and not limited to: standby statements, question & answer documents, issues analyses, position papers, client correspondence, and reports
- Independently implement defined crisis preparedness projects
- Counsel clients through basic issues management and crisis response situations
- Some day-to-day client contact through written and direct counsel on basic issues situations enlisting senior counsel on tough issues when appropriate
- Foster client-agency relationship to build trust and become a valuable resource to our clients
- Facilitate teamwork by delegating and involving junior staff members whenever possible
- Take on lead responsibility for all aspects of budget management and client billing/administration
- Seek counsel from financial manager to be able to review financial reports, project budgets, and related financial materials
- Develop an understanding of various research methods; coordinate internal and external resources in implementing research projects
- Assist senior management in developing proposals and gathering information for new business opportunities
Qualifications:
Any combination of education and experience providing the required skills and knowledge for successful performance would qualify. Typical qualifications would be equivalent to:
- Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, English, Marketing or a related field preferred
- Three to five years of experience in public relations agency or similar position
- Ability to work in multi-faceted, fast-paced environment
The salary range for this position is $70,000 - $80,000. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, education, years of experience, past training, skills and abilities of applicant, internal equity and local geographic market data. A range of medical, dental, vision, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and/or other benefits also are available. #LI-Hybrid
