Assistant Account Executive

M+C Saatchi Group•Washington, DC

65d•$50,000 - $55,000•Hybrid

About The Position

M&C Saatchi World Services US is seeking an enthusiastic, detail-oriented Assistant Account Executive to support strategic communications and social impact campaigns across a diverse portfolio of clients and programs. The role offers an opportunity to develop account management, project coordination, and communications skills while working with account, strategy, creative, and production teams and contributing to projects throughout the communications lifecycle. The position is hybrid, with regular commuting to the Washington, DC office; the ideal candidate lives in the DC, Maryland, and Virginia region. The successful candidate will be curious, proactive, eager to learn, and interested in communications, public affairs, international affairs, or social impact. They will support project execution, maintain quality and organization, and help teams deliver work for clients and audiences. The position requires U.S. citizenship and eligibility and willingness to undergo federal security screening and obtain a government clearance. A bachelor's degree in a related field is required in the eligibility section; an undergraduate degree in specified or related disciplines is also described as preferred. M&C Saatchi World Services is a specialist division of M&C Saatchi Group that provides strategic communications, behavior change, and marketing support to public-sector clients, with particular emphasis on U.S. federal and state, local, tribal, and territorial leaders. Its work addresses complex challenges across areas including defense, development, diplomacy, homeland and national security, law and order, health, education, and the environment.

Requirements

Experience through internships, academic projects, volunteer work, or professional roles in communications, marketing, public affairs, account management, or a related field.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong organizational abilities and attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Interest in strategic communications, social impact campaigns, public affairs, international affairs, or geopolitics.
Curiosity and willingness to learn new skills, processes, and communications disciplines.
Ability to work independently and contribute effectively within a team.
Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative approach to problem-solving.
Interest in research, audience insights, campaign strategy, and communications trends.
Commitment to high-quality work and professional standards.
Practical understanding of business operations and project coordination principles.
Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
Fluent written and spoken English.
Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in Public Relations, Communications, Public Affairs, Marketing, or a related field, as stated in the eligibility requirements.
Must be a U.S. citizen.
Must be able and willing to obtain a U.S. Government Secret or Top Secret clearance immediately upon employment; another section also mentions a Public Trust background check or Secret clearance.
Must be willing to undergo a rigorous federal background investigation covering personal finances, criminal history, employment history, and drug use.
Must be able to commute regularly to the Washington, DC office.

Nice To Haves

Experience with or curiosity about using AI-enabled tools and emerging technologies to improve project delivery and ways of working.
Curiosity about the technology landscape and how AI is changing communications.
Undergraduate degree in Communications, Marketing, International Relations, Politics, History, or a related field (described as preferred).
Living in the District of Columbia, Maryland, or Virginia region.

Responsibilities

Support delivery of communications campaigns and client projects across workstreams and initiatives.
Assist with project coordination, meeting preparation, scheduling, documentation, and day-to-day account management.
Contribute to presentations, research materials, reports, and campaign deliverables.
Support campaign planning and execution by gathering information, organizing resources, and helping manage project workflows.
Assist with audience research, competitive analysis, industry monitoring, and gathering insights for strategic communications.
Prepare status reports, meeting notes, contact reports, and other project documentation.
Coordinate logistics and materials for internal and external meetings and follow up on action items.
Contribute ideas and creative thinking to campaign development and project delivery.
Collaborate with account, strategy, creative, and production teams to keep projects organized and on track.
Build positive working relationships with colleagues, clients, and stakeholders and support a collaborative team environment.
Assist with agency initiatives, events, knowledge-sharing activities, and cross-functional projects.
Maintain quality, accuracy, and attention to detail across assigned work.
Take ownership of administrative and operational tasks that contribute to project delivery and client service.

Benefits

12 weeks of full pay for Primary Carers and 6 weeks for Secondary Carers after one year of service; return requirements apply for subsequent leave.
Paid leave applies to birth, adoption, and surrogacy.
Up to 10 days of paid fertility leave per year, five days per cycle.
Two days of paid leave for new grandparents.
$2,500 annual interest-free parental loan.
$6,000 interest-free fertility treatment loan.
Choice of three medical plans, including an HSA plan at no cost, an EPO plan that is 75% employer funded, and a PPO plan that is 65% employer funded.
70% employer-funded dental and vision coverage.
Paid time off, sick leave, and company holidays, including an office closure between Christmas and New Year's.
Gym membership reimbursement and/or Wellhub subscription.
401(k) with 4% employer match.
24/7 mental health support through Self Space.
Social events, happy hours, and professional development trainings.
Work from anywhere for up to two weeks per year, subject to approval.
$300 annual cultural stimulation allowance, accrued monthly and available after 90 days.
Mentorship and Buddy programs.
Career development opportunities.