Account Executive, Public Relations (Health)

Highwire•Boston, MA

17h•$54,000 - $72,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Highwire is hiring an Account Executive for its Health team, supporting public relations programs for healthcare innovators, life sciences companies, health-tech disruptors, and organizations shaping the future of healthcare. The role involves translating technical and clinical topics—including digital health, medical technologies, clinical research, patient solutions, and healthcare policy—into clear, compelling narratives. The Account Executive supports day-to-day client account work, media relations, content development, campaign planning, and project coordination. They research media opportunities and industry trends, develop and distribute pitches, write and edit materials, monitor coverage, analyze campaign results, and collaborate with colleagues across social, content, and design teams. The role also involves participating in client meetings, tracking follow-up actions, and learning from senior mentors in a supportive, collaborative environment. Highwire offers hybrid work for candidates within commuting distance of its New York City or San Francisco offices, with three in-office days per week. Fully remote roles are available to residents of specified states and Washington, D.C. Candidates must reside in an eligible location at the time of hire. The position has a salary range of $54,000 to $72,000, with the final offer based on factors including education, relevant experience, skills, training, internal equity, and local market data.

Requirements

2–3 years of PR or communications experience in an agency setting.
Background in healthcare, life sciences, or health-tech sectors.
Strong writing and editing skills, with an eye for detail and clarity.
Experience supporting media relations and securing coverage.
Strong organization and multitasking skills in a fast-paced environment.
Curiosity about emerging technology trends and storytelling opportunities.
A proactive, team-oriented, and growth-minded attitude.
Candidates must reside in one of the listed eligible locations at the time of hire.

Responsibilities

Support day-to-day client account work, including media relations, awards, speaking programs, and content development.
Track project deliverables, timelines, and priorities to ensure quality and alignment with client goals.
Participate in client calls and meetings, take notes, draft recaps, and ensure follow-up items are completed.
Research industry trends, competitors, and media opportunities to inform client storytelling.
Assist in creating quarterly campaign plans and public relations recommendations.
Build and maintain relationships with reporters and influencers across healthcare, life sciences, and health-tech outlets.
Research and develop targeted media lists and pitch opportunities.
Draft, refine, and distribute pitches that generate coverage aligned with client goals.
Monitor media coverage and industry news to identify opportunities for client participation.
Contribute to social and digital amplification strategies to extend earned media results.
Write and edit press releases, media pitches, Q&As, award submissions, speaking abstracts, bios, contributed articles, blogs, and background materials.
Translate complex healthcare or clinical concepts into accessible, compelling narratives.
Ensure accuracy, tone, and messaging consistency across client deliverables.
Track, analyze, and report on media results and campaign performance.
Support senior team members in using data to refine pitching and storytelling strategies.
Collaborate with colleagues across social, content, and design to ensure integrated program delivery.
Support execution, share ideas, take initiative, communicate clearly, and manage time effectively.
Contribute to a supportive, creative, and collaborative team environment.