Assistant Account Executive, Corporate Affairs

Burson•Washington, DC

5d•$52,000 - $52,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Our Corporate Affairs Practice is seeking an Assistant Account Executive to support a portfolio of clients across financial services, infrastructure, and technology. This role will provide hands-on experience supporting issues management, corporate reputation, and external communications programs. The ideal candidate is highly organized, deadline-driven, and able to manage multiple workstreams in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. This position offers exposure to cross-functional account teams, senior leadership, and high-stakes communications work across multiple industries.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, or a related field.
0–1 years of internship or entry-level experience in public relations, communications, corporate affairs, public policy, or an agency environment.
Strong writing, editing, proofreading, and research skills.
Understanding of the current media landscape, including national, regional, trade, and digital outlets.
Familiarity with media monitoring tools such as MuckRack, Brandwatch, NewsWhip, or similar platforms.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines.
Professional interpersonal and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work collaboratively across teams and functions.
Interest in corporate reputation, issues management, and complex communications challenges.

Responsibilities

Conduct daily media monitoring across traditional and digital outlets, including Google News searches and occasional social media monitoring.
Prepare and distribute daily media monitoring reports on a consistent morning timeline for stakeholder review.
Track and flag emerging coverage, trends, and potential issues for account teams.
Support media relations efforts by researching reporters, building and maintaining media lists, and assisting with pitch development.
Draft and edit written materials including pitch letters, press releases, briefing documents, internal summaries, and newsletters.
Provide cross-functional account support across multiple workstreams, including technology, product storytelling, cybersecurity thought leadership, research initiatives, and creative marketing efforts.
Support corporate storytelling programs for regulated and infrastructure-focused organizations across multiple regions.
Assist with planning and execution of events, including logistics, materials coordination, and on-site support.
Participate in internal and client meetings, capturing notes, action items, and next steps.
Support reporting, agenda preparation, and general account administration as needed.