Account Supervisor, Financial Services

Infinite Global • New York, NY

9d • $84,000 - $94,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Dukas Linden Public Relations (DLPR), an Infinite Company, is seeking an experienced financial services media relations practitioner to oversee and execute strategic PR programs across a portfolio of accounts. The Account Supervisor sets day-to-day objectives for account teams and serves as a primary client contact for organizations across asset management, wealth management, private markets and the broader financial sector. This is also a people-management role, with responsibility for line-managing Account Executives and Coordinators, supporting onboarding and training, and providing ongoing feedback and coaching.

The role covers proactive and reactive media relations, client strategy, executive thought leadership, compliance-sensitive communications, measurement and reporting, team leadership, and business development. The Account Supervisor monitors financial markets and industry developments to identify timely media opportunities, develops strategic communications materials, and builds relationships with journalists and other media professionals to secure coverage. The position also supports clients through sensitive matters in partnership with senior colleagues and ensures the quality and accuracy of all work.

The position offers a hybrid schedule: two days in the office, with three optional work-from-home days per week. The annual base salary range is $84,000–$94,000; individual compensation varies based on relevant factors. The broader compensation package includes bonus opportunities and new business incentives, along with benefits and paid time off.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
• At least five years of PR and communications experience.
• Experience with financial services clients is required, including asset management, wealth management, private markets or related sectors.
• Established relationships with financial and business journalists, editors and producers, with a proven record of securing coverage in top-tier business and financial media.
• Working knowledge of financial markets, investment products and industry dynamics, and ability to translate complex investment topics into clear, compelling narratives.
• Familiarity with compliance review processes and regulatory considerations affecting financial services communications.
• Demonstrated ability to manage a team and lead multiple projects simultaneously, make sound daily judgments and know when to seek senior counsel.
• Strong critical thinking, communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills; highly curious, creative and results-driven.
• Strong writing ability, knowledge of AP style, and ability to proofread, edit and coach others’ writing.
• Proficiency with media databases, monitoring and measurement platforms, and AI tools used in current PR workflows.

Nice To Haves

• Previous agency experience is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Handle proactive and reactive media relations for a portfolio of financial services clients, including asset managers, wealth managers and private markets firms.
• Serve as a responsive day-to-day client contact and facilitate client calls and meetings.
• Articulate, implement and manage day-to-day execution of account strategy.
• Develop strategy plans, media plans, client emails and briefing documents with minimal input from the account lead.
• Build and maintain relationships with financial, business and trade journalists, editors, producers and podcast hosts.
• Secure coverage in top-tier business and financial media and leading industry publications.
• Monitor markets, economic data, regulatory developments and industry news to identify timely opportunities for client commentary and placements.
• Develop an understanding of client businesses and competitive landscapes, recommend strategies and creative ideas, and proactively identify and address client needs.
• Support thought leadership programs for senior executives, including bylined articles and market commentary.
• Prepare executives for interviews and develop content for LinkedIn and other owned channels.
• Guide client materials through compliance review, applying working knowledge of SEC and FINRA communications requirements.
• Support reactive and sensitive matters, including market volatility, fund performance, regulatory inquiries and leadership transitions, in partnership with senior team members.
• Track, measure and report program results; use media monitoring, measurement and AI-enabled research tools to refine targeting and demonstrate client value.
• Verify all outputs before they are shared with clients or reporters.
• Manage the day-to-day performance of account teams, ensuring quality work, deadline adherence, effective processes and delivery against agreed expectations, deliverables and metrics.
• Line-manage Account Executives and Coordinators, providing onboarding support, training, feedback and participation in reviews.
• Mentor junior colleagues and model a strong work ethic, intellectual curiosity, collegiality and a growth mindset.
• Contribute to new business efforts by articulating strategies and tactics, contributing to proposals and attending pitch meetings.
• Pursue continuous learning and improvement of professional and leadership skills, including setting and pursuing stretch goals.
• Model behaviors consistent with Infinite’s values of integrity, agility, compassion and courage.

Benefits

• Collaborative, entrepreneurial culture with opportunities for growth.
• Professional development, including twice-annual professional planning sessions, access to leadership and mentorship opportunities.
• Hybrid work schedule: two days in the office and three optional work-from-home days per week.
• Competitive compensation, bonus opportunities and new business incentives.
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits.
• 401(k) with employer contribution.
• 15 vacation days, 10 annual company holidays, nine days of paid sick leave, one personal day, and an on-call period between Christmas and New Year’s.
• Thorough onboarding and training throughout employment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level