Account Director, B2B Tech PR

Manage and function as the day-to-day lead on multiple client accounts Lead account teams, including client service, staffing, training, organizational development, and quality control Participate in Method’s Leadership Team and collaborate with HR, Finance, and Operations on internal agency initiatives Provide input on agency decision-making involving new business, best practices, client service, and performance management Motivate and lead high-performance teams with People Ops; contribute to recruitment and retention; deliver feedback Mentor designated direct reports, oversee 360 reviews, and set career development goals Provide strategic guidance on PR and integrated marketing programs, sensitive client issues, problem-solving, and evolving direction Execute Method’s Concierge Service Delivery Approach Oversee goals for internal team members and clients and lead teams against client strategy Coach and support Account Supervisors and guide teams toward effective, high-quality work Develop written content and newsworthy pitches aligned with client business objectives Build reporter and publication relationships to secure business, broadcast, tech, and trade media coverage Expand professional networks, participate in new business pitches, and support organic client growth Manage account quality, processes, timely client requests, budgets, staffing, team structures, and profitability Requirements Typically 6–10 years’ experience, or equivalent expertise and education, in public relations, communications, marketing, or related fields Senior-level ability to conceptualize and execute integrated communications programs aligned with business goals and objectives Ability to build positive rapport and trusted-advisor relationships with clients Excellent judgment and emotional intelligence for navigating difficult conversations Experience working with technology media across industry verticals, pitching stories, staffing briefings, and conducting targeted outreach Established relationships with journalists, analysts, and other media influencers Ability to manage others and oversee multiple direct reports with varied managerial requirements Strong editing and writing capabilities Passion for the work and commitment to developing skills and helping team members learn daily Must be located in AL, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, IL, MA, NJ, NM, NY, OR, TX, UT, VA, or WA for remote eligibility Core Competencies Demonstrates expertise in managing client accounts and leading high-performance teams while providing strategic guidance on public relations and integrated marketing programs. Possesses strong editing and writing capabilities, along with established relationships in the media industry to drive client success. Highest-signal resume keywords Integrated Communications Programs Client Relationship Management Team Leadership and Development Public Relations Strategy Media Outreach and Networking ATS Optimization Keywords Hard Skills Public Relations Integrated Marketing Content Development Editing Writing Soft Skills Emotional Intelligence Judgment Motivation Coaching Industry Keywords Client Service Media Relationships Performance Management Recruitment and Retention Quality Control #J-18808-Ljbffr Jobtailor