Senior Account Executive, Technology, Ruder Finn

Ruder Finn is looking for a dynamic Senior Account Executive who loves working on both big tech multinationals and powerful start-ups, particularly in the media relations space with B2B and enterprise opportunities. We want a strong practitioner who speaks and writes clearly, is intellectually curious, can multi-task, prioritize and work under pressure with detailed information, and is fearless when working outside their comfort zone. The ideal candidate will be motivated by the belief that success is a shared goal, and also thrives on great media relationships, holds themselves to high standards, and is passionate about their work.
Responsibilities:
• Serve as the day-to-day media strategist, securing placements for technology accounts
• Manage the day-to-day client relationship on assigned B2B and B2C technology accounts, participating in all client facing meetings and/or calls
• Provides client counsel that reflects a strong understanding of key client information including industry issues and competitive marketplace as well as products and services provided by the client
• Ability to work with limited supervision to manage client initiatives from strategy through execution
• Exhibit effective project management while working closely with senior leadership within the agency
• Prepare and review activity reports and status reports for clients
• Serve as a true strategic partner in forwarding the client’s media goals
• Develop recommendations and programs that reflect knowledge of technology media and B2B trade arenas
Qualifications:
• 3+ years’ experience in public relations, communications or related field required; B2B technology communications and analyst relations experience preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or a related field
• Strong verbal and presentation skills with the ability to speak knowledgeably with high level executives internally and externally
• Excellent writing skills, strong presentation capabilities, and proven media relations skills
• Strong attention to all phases of account management and ability to proactively and effectively provide client counsel
• A motivated, independent self-starter with ability to work in a client-focused, team-oriented environment
Benefits & More
• As a Senior Account Executive, you will receive a competitive base salary and bonus opportunity
• You will also be able to enroll in our Health, Dental, Vision, company paid Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Account, as well as 401k (match) plan.
• Monthly allowance for cell phone, office equipment, etc.
• Generous PTO policy with paid maternity/paternity leave
• Transit benefits
• Professional learning and development opportunities
• Workplace flexibility
• On-site and off-site social gatherings
Ruder Finn provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Ruder Finn will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Ruder Finn believes that diversity and inclusion among our employees is critical to our success as a global company, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.