Account Supervisor, Financial Services

Infinite Global • New York, NY

7d • Hybrid

About The Position

Dukas Linden Public Relations (DLPR), an Infinite Company, is hiring an experienced financial services media relations practitioner to oversee 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 across asset management, wealth management, private markets and the broader financial sector. This is also a people-management role, including line management, onboarding, training, feedback and coaching for Account Executives and Coordinators.

The role handles proactive and reactive media relations, develops and executes account strategies, builds relationships with financial and business media, and secures coverage in top-tier outlets. It also supports executive thought leadership, compliance review, sensitive communications, program measurement, team performance and new business development. The position calls for strong financial services PR experience, established media relationships, writing and judgment skills, and the ability to lead teams and multiple projects.

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, and a proven record of securing coverage in top-tier business and financial media.
• Working knowledge of financial markets, investment products and industry dynamics, with the 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, exercise sound daily judgment and know when to seek senior counsel.
• Strong critical thinking, communication, interpersonal, creative and results-oriented skills.
• 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 account strategy and execution.
• Develop strategic communications, including 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 outlets and leading industry publications.
• Monitor markets, economic data, regulatory developments and industry news to identify timely client-commentary opportunities and secure placements.
• Understand clients’ businesses and competitive landscapes; make strategic recommendations, develop 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 executive content for LinkedIn and other owned channels.
• Guide client materials through compliance review, using a working understanding 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 outputs before they are sent to clients or reporters.
• Manage day-to-day account-team performance, work quality, deadlines, processes and delivery against expectations, deliverables and metrics.
• Line manage Account Executives and Coordinators, providing onboarding support, training, ongoing feedback and participation in reviews.
• Mentor junior colleagues and model strong work ethic, intellectual curiosity, collegiality and a growth mindset.
• Contribute strategies and tactics to proposals and participate in pitch meetings as part of the new business process.
• Pursue continued 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

• Competitive compensation and bonus opportunities.
• 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.
• Hybrid work schedule: two days in the office and three optional work-from-home days per week.
• Professional development opportunities, including twice-annual professional planning sessions, leadership access and mentorship.
• Thorough onboarding and training throughout employment.
• Collaborative, entrepreneurial culture with opportunities for growth.

What This Job Offers

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