Account Director, Corporate
About The Position
5W is seeking a dynamic Account Director to support its growing Corporate practice. This high-impact role is for a seasoned agency professional who can hit the ground running. The ideal candidate has agency experience with corporate clients, including in financial services, technology, and sustainability/ESG, along with strong media instincts, expert pitching skills, and excellent account and time management. The role calls for someone driven, entrepreneurial, and committed to exceeding expectations. The Account Director serves as a primary client contact and counselor, oversees strategic communications programming, and leads daily workflow across multiple accounts. The position also involves guiding and motivating team members, developing client and new-business materials, contributing to creative strategy, and addressing account, media, and team challenges.
Requirements
- B.A. in Public Relations or a 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.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary client contact, build trusted client-agency relationships, and act as a resource and counselor to clients.
- Oversee and implement strategic communications programming.
- Execute creative campaigns and brand partnerships.
- Manage and delegate the daily workflow of multiple accounts.
- Regularly communicate account status to agency management.
- Write and edit materials, particularly presentations, program plans, and media strategies.
- Provide ongoing strategic guidance to clients and team members; anticipate and address client needs.
- Troubleshoot media, team, or strategy problems and seek senior management input when appropriate.
- Motivate team members by reviewing work promptly and providing constructive feedback.
- Develop strong communication and presentation skills to articulate ideas effectively to clients, colleagues, and others.
- Conduct and lead monthly client conference calls and meetings.
- Guide and lead team members on effective pitching, team issues, account workflow, and general account issues.
- Participate in developing new-business materials, including timelines, proposals, business decks, and case studies, and assist in generating new-business leads.
- Participate in brainstorming sessions to develop strategic and creative thinking for clients.
- Perform research and other duties and projects as required.
Benefits
- Competitive salary with comprehensive benefits and wellness programs, including a partnership with ClassPass.
- Flexible PTO.
- Summer Fridays and Winter, Spring, and Fall Fridays.
- 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 professional sports teams and Broadway shows.
- Charitable giving, including matching donations.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
