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Edelman · 15 hours ago

Senior Account Executive, Financial Services Communications

New York, New York, USA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$70K/yr - $83K/yr

2+ years exp

Edelman is a global financial communications firm specializing in financial markets and strategic situations. They are seeking a highly skilled Senior Account Executive to play a critical role in client service, project execution, media relations, and strategic communications, ensuring high-impact results for their clients.

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H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Contribute to the development and execution of comprehensive communications strategies aligned with client objectives

Plan and manage traditional and integrated outreach initiatives

Oversee multiple projects from inception to completion, proactively identifying potential challenges while ensuring adherence to deadlines and budgets

Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with clients and colleagues at all levels

Consistently produce high-quality internal and external communications materials

Supervise and mentor junior team members, providing guidance, motivation, and constructive feedback

Support business development efforts, including research, ideation, and proposal preparation

Demonstrate a commitment to continuous learning and professional development by setting and pursuing ambitious goals

Qualification

Financial services communicationsClient serviceMedia relationsCorporate communicationsPublic relations campaignsWritten communicationVerbal communicationDigital marketingVisual communicationsEntrepreneurial spiritIntellectual curiosityTeam collaborationStorytelling

Required

Bachelor's degree in political science, business, journalism, public policy, communications, or a related field

Minimum of 2+ years of experience in corporate communications, public affairs, or public relations

Preferred

Experience in an agency setting preferred

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

Familiarity with corporate communications programs and a keen interest in deepening expertise within institutional financial services, including private equity, asset management, banking, insurance, hedge funds, fintech, venture capital, and cryptocurrency

Ability to collaborate with teams to generate innovative campaign ideas and seamlessly integrate them into broader communications strategies

Experience in researching, planning, and executing comprehensive public relations campaigns

Strong storytelling skills with the ability to provide thoughtful and strategic media counsel to clients at all levels

Proven ability to manage account operations, ensuring high-quality work and adherence to deadlines

Understanding of visual communications, social media, and digital marketing, with the ability to incorporate these elements into client programs

Established relationships with national and local media, along with a strong understanding of the media landscape

A strong awareness of current events and industry trends

A proactive, solutions-oriented mindset

An entrepreneurial spirit, intellectual curiosity, and a willingness to take creative risks in pursuit of client and professional success

Benefits

Medical and dental insurance

Vision

401K

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Travel assistance

Wellness programing

Company

Edelman

Glassdoor3.7

Edelman, a public relations firm, offers analysis, advertising, marketing, branding, and content and strategy management services.

Founded in 1952

New York, New York, USA

5001-10000 employees

http://www.edelman.com

H1B Sponsorship

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