Account Director, Corporate

Account Director Corporate

5W is seeking a dynamic Account Director to support our growing Corporate practice. This is a high-impact role for a seasoned agency professional who can hit the ground running.

The ideal candidate brings agency experience with corporate clients spanning financial services technology sustainability/ESG and beyond along with sharp media instincts expert pitching skills and superior account and time management. Youll thrive here if youre driven entrepreneurial and committed to exceeding expectations: at 5W thats the recipe for success.

Heres what youll be doing:

• Act as primary contact to clients continually fostering client-agency relationship to build trust and become a valuable resource and counselor to clients.
• Overseeing and implementing strategic communications programming
• Executive creative campaigns and brand partnerships
• Manage and delegate responsibilities of daily workflow of multiple accounts.
• Communicate account status to agency management regularly.
• Demonstrate proficiency in writing and editing materials particularly presentations program plans and media strategies.
• Provide strategic guidance to clients and team members on an ongoing basis; anticipate and address clients needs.
• Troubleshoot media team or strategy problems as they arise; seek senior management input when appropriate.
• Motivate team members by promptly reviewing work and providing constructive feedback.
• Strive to develop the best communication and presentation skills possible to effectively articulate ideas to clients colleagues and others.
• Conduct and lead monthly conference calls and meetings with clients
• Provide guidance and leadership to team members on effective pitching team issues account workflow and general account issues.
• Participate in the development of materials for new business opportunities including timelines proposals business decks and case studies; assist in generating new business leads.
• Participate in brainstorming sessions to develop strategic/creative thinking for clients.
• Misc. research duties and projects as required.

Heres what you have:

• S/B.A in Public Relations or related field
• At least 6 years of PR agency experience specifically working with corporate clients
• Excellent written verbal and interpersonal skills
• Strong leadership and motivation skills
• Proven client relations management and supervisory skills
• Creative and energetic personality

Why youll love working here:

• Competitive salary with comprehensive benefits & wellness programs including partnership with ClassPass!
• Flexible PTO
• Summer Fridays and Winter Spring and Fall Fridays too!
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility and work-life balance
• Expanded parental leave and family planning support
• Continuous learning through 5W University and development initiatives
• Student Loan Reimbursement
• Professional Development Support
• Exclusive access to season tickets for pro sports teams along with Broadway shows and more!
• Charitable giving including matching donations

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