Account Director

Account Director

Washington, District of Columbia, United States

Opportunity

Brunswick Group is seeking an Account Director to join our fast-paced Washington, D.C. office.

At Brunswick Group, we work on the issues that define industries and shape the future of business. In this role, you'll be part of a high-performing team advising leaders at many of the world's most influential organizations. This is a role for a self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment, brings intellectual rigor and creativity to complex challenges, and is driven to deliver outstanding results. If you want to help navigate moments that matter most to global clients — from M&A and crisis to corporate positioning and reputation — Brunswick offers a platform unlike any other in our industry.

About the Role

Client Contribution & Handling

• Develop a strong working relationship with the client and earn their trust
• Produce high-quality client account essentials that showcase the expertise, thinking, judgement and research behind our recommendations and strategic advice
• Draft press releases, Q&As and key message documents
• Leverage in-house AI tools and other resources to manage workload and keep deliverables on track, on time and of the highest quality
• Manage upwards and downwards to ensure the team are fully informed and prepared for client work
• Contribute to brainstorms and pitch preparation
• Think on a strategic and tactical level about client issues and account development
• Show an ongoing interest in and grasp of market intelligence, and share that with clients appropriately
• Deliver ideas, direction and content to the account team

Contribution to the Firm

• Establish and maintain strong client and internal relationships, ensuring high-quality deliverables and responsiveness across multiple time-sensitive engagements
• Draw insights and opportunities from your personal and professional networks and leverage that knowledge appropriately on behalf of the Firm and our clients
• Participate in and contribute to training sessions where appropriate and take advantage of the learning and engagement opportunities when available

Teamwork and Collaborative Approach

• Act as the 'eyes and the ears' of the team, always aware of team workstreams/movements/deadlines
• Share ideas, knowledge and recommendations with the wider team
• Earn the respect of their peers/colleagues and treat people with respect; lead by example

Communication Skills – Engagement with Media and Other Audiences

• Demonstrate and develop a deep understanding of our clients' media universe and the key contacts within it
• Establish a network of media and other stakeholder contacts
• Be well-informed on all relevant sector/client newswires and key media; proactively monitoring and sharing coverage, insights of key influencers
• Seek to establish relationships with journalists and/or other audiences; handle difficult media issues with ease
• Provide input into corporate positioning media strategy to build engaging programs, then identify new angles in order to sell stories to a range of different media

What We're Looking For

At Brunswick, we seek smart and curious individuals dedicated to learning and growth. We value potential, strong work ethic, sound judgement and excellent written and verbal communication skills. Standout Account Director candidates demonstrate:

• At least 4-7 years of relevant work experience; corporate communications or agency experience a plus
• Experience in an advisory role with working knowledge of and an interest in the capital markets and a range of financial situations involving U.S. public and large private companies
• Familiarity with the media landscape
• Deep understanding of business and finance
• Knowledge of Factiva, Bloomberg and other research resources
• Excellent writing and communication skills
• Ability to multitask and prioritize
• Problem-solving abilities
• Ability to think strategically and creatively
• Exhibit discretion with confidential client matters
• International work experience or knowledge a plus

Ideal Candidate

• A communications advisor with experience counseling clients on corporate issues (e.g. crisis, M&A, financial situations, etc.)
• Adept at navigating and succeeding within high-performance, entrepreneurial environments
• Excellent communicator with professional polish and strong emotional intelligence
• Entrepreneurial and collaborative spirit

Why Join Us

Joining Brunswick unlocks a range of exceptional employee benefits to support your financial future, health and wellness, family and community and continuous professional development.

The successful applicant will be eligible for the following compensation and benefits package:

Base Pay: The annual base compensation range for this role is $95,000 - $120,000. The base pay offered will be determined by factors including experience, skills, training, office location, certifications, and education.

Bonus Eligibility: Annual discretionary bonus contingent upon individual and firm-wide performance.

Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance. Disability insurance. Employee assistance program. Flexible spending account. Health savings account. Life insurance. Commuter Benefits. Generous Paid Time Off: 25 vacation days and 10 days sick leave, as well as 11 paid company holidays. Firm-sponsored 401(k) Plan with 3% automatic company contribution of base and bonus with an additional 1.5% profit share– immediate vesting. Career training and development opportunities. Employee discounts.

Office Policy: At Brunswick, our work is a craft that thrives in teaching environments – whether in our offices or on-site with clients – through real-time observation, collaboration, human connection, clear guidance and by challenging one another to keep getting better. Our policy is that our team members are in person – either in the office or on-site with clients – at least four days each week.

The firm will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants or employees, as defined by applicable law. In addition to the application, the process may include virtual and in-person interviews, as well as an assessment, which may be timed. To request an accommodation during our application and hiring process, email View email address on click.appcast.io.

About Brunswick

Brunswick is a global advisory firm. We help companies tackle high-stakes issues, navigate complex stakeholder relationships, and deliver high-impact outcomes.

Our clients value our ability to anticipate, shape, and respond to the key players and forces in the financial and investment arena, regulatory and geopolitical universe, NGO community, workforce and beyond. They rely on us for deep experience, fresh perspectives and original thinking. So, in Brunswick you will find an exceptional range of experience and talent with a rich mix of backgrounds. From the beginning, we have prioritized attracting, developing, and retaining the best professionals in the industry, united by a culture of inclusivity, excellence, and intellectual curiosity.

Founded in 1987 in London, the firm has organically grown to 27 offices in 18 countries across the Americas, Europe, Middle East, Africa, Asia and Australia. We operate as a 'one-firm firm' with no individual profit centers. This allows us to assemble fully integrated, bespoke teams for each client, able to draw on the full resources of Brunswick anywhere in the world.

Brunswick is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law. Please read our Global Privacy Notice to understand how your data is managed.