Associate, Social Impact & Sustainability

Agency:

Weber Shandwick

Job Function:

Communications and PR

Job Subfunction:

Public Relations

Job Description:

Title: Associate Social Impact & Sustainability

Who We Are
Weber Shandwick is more than a leading global PR agency were an engagement agency working at the cutting edge of the new media landscape. Were storytellers and content creators who engage people IN the story. Our success is built on a deep commitment to client service creativity collaboration and our people. We engage stakeholders in new and creative ways to build brands and reputations that last.

About the Role
Weber Shandwick is seeking a curious purpose-driven and media-savvy Associate to join our integrated Social Impact & Sustainability this role you will contribute to the development and execution of communications strategies for a diverse portfolio of nonprofit foundation and corporate clients seeking to make a tangible impact. You will operate at the intersection of social change business policy media and culture helping clients navigate a complex and rapidly evolving landscape.

This position will be based in our Washington D.C. office on a hybrid schedule.

About You
You are a collaborative and detail-oriented professional with a passion for driving change and a foundational understanding of how to build and protect a brands reputation. You bring a strong work ethic solid time management skills and an eagerness to contribute to high-performing teams in a fast-paced environment. Armed with a resilient mindset deep curiosity and a healthy sense of humor you take initiative and are always looking for ways to support your team and drive the work forward.

What Youll Do
Account & Project Coordination: Contribute to multiple client projects simultaneously providing essential client service administration support (e.g. handling scheduling logistics developing timelines preparing notes and drafting follow-up actions) while keeping senior leaders informed of project status.
Media Relations: Identify and build relationships with key reporters across national trade local and emerging outlets.
Content Development: Draft and develop high-quality internal and external messaging including press releases media pitches and targeted media lists.
Research & Insights: Conduct thorough research and analysis on social impact trends business opportunities and policy/social developments. You will also compile and analyze client and competitor media coverage.
Strategic Support: Support the creation and execution of creative communications strategies that effectively meet and exceed client objectives.
Growth & New Business: Actively participate in new business efforts by contributing to research and drafting proposals.
Relationship Building: Foster and build strong trusted relationships with both clients and internal colleagues.

What Youll Bring
Basic Qualifications:13 years of professional experience in communications public relations or public affairs (ideally within an agency nonprofit government Capitol Hill Executive Branch political campaign or media setting).
Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite.
Bachelors Degree in a relevant field.

Competencies:Subject Matter Passion: A strong background interest in and understanding of environmental sustainability social impact public affairs and current events (including political or social issues).
Communication & Precision: Exceptional attention to detail combined with strong interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills.
Agility & Task Management: Proven ability to manage multiple tasks deliver quality work on a deadline and adapt seamlessly to change.
Future-Forward Mindset: An interest in continued learning opportunities and a proactive desire to leverage AI to drive communications objectives.
Drive & Initiative: A strong work ethic with a resilient solutions-oriented mindset.

ABOUT US
Weber Shandwick is the earned-first global communications agency. Led by world-class strategic and creative thinkers and activators Weber Shandwick has won some of the most prestigious awards in the industry including being named #1 in the Public Relations and Brand Strategies category on Fast CompanysMost Innovative Companies list one of Fast Companys Best Workplace for Innovators in 2023 PRWeeks 2024 Global Agency of the Year ranked #1 on PRovokes Global Creative Index in 2024 and honored on Ad AgesA-List in& 2020 and Best Places to Work in 2019 in addition to being awarded Campaign Globals PR Agency of the Year in 2023. Weber Shandwick was the most awarded PR agency at the 2023 and 2024 Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity for the past three years including earning the PR industrys first-ever idea-led Cannes Grand Prix in the Brand Experience & Activation category and cumulatively earning more than250Cannes Lions. Weber Shandwick has also been named PR Agency of the Year by Campaign USin 2021 honored asPRovokesGlobal Agency of the Decade in 2020 and ranked #1 on PRovokes Global Creative Index in 2021 and 2022. Additionally the firm was named PRWeeksGlobal Agency of the Year inand 2018 and was awarded PRWeeks Purpose Agency of the Year in 2020 and 2021. Weber Shandwick also receivedHonorable Mention on the Gartner Magic Quadrant for Global Marketing Agencies in 2021 as the only PR agency featured. Weber Shandwick is part of Omnicom Public Relations and Omnicom (NYSE: OMC). For more information visithttps://

Weber Shandwick is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Weber Shandwick recruits qualified applicants without regard to race color religion gender age ethnic or national origin protected veteran status physical or mental disability sexual orientation gender identity marital status or citizenship status. Were passionate about expanding the boundaries of what we offer our clients by bringing diverse perspectives to the table. Were always looking for new colleagues who reflect the best of our values: curiosity inclusion courage and impact.

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