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Senior Account Executive

B2B Tech Public Relations | Method Communications 

Work Arrangement

The role can be performed hybrid (2x/week) for those based in San Francisco, New York City, Salt Lake City, or Boston. 

The Opportunity 

Senior account executives (SAE) are account managers who lead client accounts alongside senior leadership team members. They leverage Industry and leadership skill sets across client relations, media relations, business development, program development, and strategy. SAEs are the primary client contact and they pursue projects from conception to completion.

Responsibilities 

Account Management

• Contribute to the creation of communications plans to meet client objectives and maximize monthly retainer
• Execute and demonstrate Method's Concierge Service Delivery Approach to your clients and teams
• Create brand messaging for client websites, social media, media outreach, media interviews
• Write press releases, pitches, blog posts, etc. with minimal oversight and edits
• Communicate with multi-geographical teams providing a high level of support
• Manage multiple projects for multiple clients from concept to completion
• Troubleshoot problems, propose solutions, offer client counsel, oversee quality, and ensure deadline and budget adherence
• Manage deadlines and oversee client speaking and award trackers, drafting speaking and awards submissions
• Build relationships with a wide range of reporters and publications to secure coverage and inclusion in speaking and award opportunities across verticals
• Review and provide guidance on media requests, briefing books, and backgrounders, and actively identify new reporters and storylines for clients
• Research and analyze media coverage, publications, and reports in order to position Method as a trusted media expert for external stakeholders

Business Development and Marketing Support

• Participate in new business pitches including research, brainstorming and presentation 
• Develop initiatives that help shape the direction of the company and serve in an active role of knowledge-sharing 
• Grow professional and industry contacts by representing Method in virtual and out-of-office environments

Agency Engagement 

• Participate in the new business process including research, audits and proposals
• Record and submit time and expenses on a timely basis
• Assist project managers on tracking and monitoring financials 
• Act as a mentor to junior staff, identify goals and provide guidance and feedback on performance
• Advocate for continued learning and personal growth by understanding how to lead and manage multiple people from diverse backgrounds
• Participate/lead one or more Method committees/initiatives for agency growth

What We're Looking For

• Typically 3 - 6 years experience (or equivalent expertise and education) in public relations, communications, marketing and/or related fields, including research, advertising, management consulting, media and publishing
• Comfortable working with technology media across industry verticals, pitching stories, staffing briefings and providing targeted outreach to diverse audiences
• Established relationships with media, including journalists, analysts and other influencers 
• Commitment to developing skills and helping team members learn on a daily basis
• Adaptable management style - fit to manage others and oversee multiple direct reports with different managerial requirements, working on both hard and soft skill development
• Ability to drive account  organization and accuracy with deliverables with competing deadlines 
• Suitable to serve as daily client contact and respond rapidly to communications

What's it like to work here?

Relationships are paramount to life at Method, and we invest heavily in building and maintaining relationships with clients, journalists and each other. We work hard to deliver incredible results for our clients. We encourage new ideas, and we always celebrate wins together - both for clients and our teams.

Method is made up of an award-winning team. Not only does the agency win awards, our people are consistently recognized for their excellence. We believe that begins with the recognition they get internally. Our leadership invests significant resources into employee mental health, well-being, education and development - and we praise outstanding performance regularly.

What's in it for YOU?

• Flexible, hybrid work
• Generous Vacation and Wellness Time accruals, two weeks of full office closure, paid holidays, and 2 floating holidays
• Monthly telecom stipend 
• Employer paid Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Employer paid Health Savings Account (HSA) 
• 401K Plan with Employer Match up to 4%
• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering three confidential, face-to-face counseling sessions per issue per year
• Paid Family Leave 
• $500 annual wellness stipend after 6 months of employment
• $1500 professional development stipend after 2 years of employment
• 4 weeks of paid sabbatical after 5 years of employment 
• Leadership development and virtual training opportunities

Salary Ranges

We believe all employees should be rewarded competitively and equitably, using practices that are simple and transparent. We've provided the following salary ranges for the locations we operate in below due to their state regulations. If your market is not listed below, your specific salary band will be discussed during the recruitment process. Final compensation for this role will be determined by a number of factors including candidate's education, relevant work experience and geographic location. 

• Salary Range: $75,000 - $95,000

About the Company

Founded in 2010, Method Communications is an award-winning technology marketing and public relations agency built for challenger brands and today's most innovative companies. Our group is united through our core values - relationships, resourcefulness and results. We support each other to do exceptional work for our clients while also focusing on the health and wellbeing of our families, our communities and ourselves. 

We recognize our talented and diverse workforce as a key competitive advantage. Method encourages and actively supports diversity, equity, and inclusion through its policies and business practices, which include recruitment and hiring, compensation and benefits, career development and advancement, training, pro bono work, community programs, and affinity groups. 

Join a Quartz Best Companies For Remote Workers, PRWeek Best Places to work, and PRovoke Small Agency to Work For! 

To Apply

We understand that no candidate is perfectly qualified for any job. Experience comes in different forms; many skills are transferable; and passion goes a long way. Even more important than your resume is a clear demonstration of dedication, impact, and the ability to thrive in a fluid and collaborative environment. If you need reasonable accommodation at any point in the application or interview process, please let us know.

To apply, please submit a resume. 

Method is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national or ethnic origin, mental or physical ability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Only engage with a representative at Method Communications if their email address ends with our domain, @methodcommunications.com. Method will never ask a candidate to purchase materials or share their financial information.  If you have any questions, please reach out to join@methodcommunications.com. 

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