Senior Associate, Public Relations
About The Position
RH Strategic is a well-established public relations agency with a robust client portfolio across technology, cybersecurity, healthcare, government, sustainability, and education industries. Since our founding in 2008, we’ve worked with leaders advancing technology, healthcare, sustainability, education and the public sector—organizations reshaping the world we’ll hand to future generations. We understand the assignment: Make their stories impossible to ignore. We are seeking a Senior Associate, Public Relations to join RH Strategic in Washington, D.C. This role is ideal for public relations professionals with 4-6 years of agency experience who are ready to expand their strategic influence, deepen client relationships, and take ownership of integrated communications programs. This Senior Associate will play a key role in developing and executing PR strategies that advance client goals, managing complex projects and account workstreams, and providing counsel on media relations, messaging, and thought leadership opportunities. This is a full-time role based in Washington, D.C., requiring an in-office presence of at least three days per week. To be qualified, candidates must currently reside in the DMV metro area.
Requirements
- 4-6 years of public relations, strategic communications, or related experience, including at least 2 years in a PR agency environment.
- Demonstrated ability to translate complex topics across technology, healthcare, workforce development, and education sectors into compelling, accessible narratives for diverse audiences.
- Experience developing media strategies and supporting media engagement activities including interview preparation, message development, executive talking points, and crisis communications.
- Strong understanding of the media landscape, news cycle, and emerging trends to advance client objectives.
- Exceptional written and verbal communications skills, with experience producing high-quality strategic content across a variety of formats and audiences.
Nice To Haves
- Experience mentoring or developing junior team members, supporting professional growth.
- Exposure to account financial management, including budgeting, resource allocation, and scope management.
- Understanding of integrated communications strategies and experience collaborating across earned, owned, paid, and shared media channels.
- Working knowledge of digital marketing, social media strategy, paid media, and analytics.
Responsibilities
- Lead the day-to-day execution of integrated communications programs across client accounts, ensuring high-quality deliverables, strong project management, and measurable progress toward client objectives.
- Develop and execute media relations strategies, including identifying story opportunities, crafting pitches, securing media coverage, and cultivating relationships with reporters and editors.
- Translate complex client priorities and industry developments into messaging that supports business goals.
- Analyze campaign performance and results, share insights, and present actionable recommendations.
- Manage projects, workstreams, and cross-functional teams to ensure deadlines, budgets, and scopes are met while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Serve as a trusted client contact, managing communications, providing strategic counsel, and fostering strong, long-term relationships.
Benefits
- 100% paid base premium for the employee’s medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurances.
- $100 per month transportation subsidy.
- 16 days of annual PTO, 12 firm holidays, 1 floating day off, and 1 paid day of service.
- 401(k) plan with automatic, fully vested match.
- Professional development and wellness stipends.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
