Senior Account Executive, Spirits

About Us HUNTER is recognized as a PRWeek Best Place To Work and has been named PRovoke “Consumer Agency of the Year” twice. The agency has over 350 staff. Overview Senior Account Executive – Public Relations responsible for managing a sizeable portion of the agency’s business, including strategic PR plans, client counsel, and account management to ensure profitability. Responsibilities Drive effective implementation of multiple client PR programs Manage account teams and programs to deliver high‑quality results on‑time and on‑budget Develop and oversee the account teams in writing press materials, client correspondence, traditional and social media strategy and outreach, client reports, etc. Anticipate issues Delegate and assign work among team members Make recommendations for ways to meet client needs Serve as a representative of the client and agency on‑site at client events Manage account financials: develop and manage budgets, fee estimates, out‑of‑pocket expenses, team hour allocations, billing, invoicing, etc. Regularly monitor to ensure execution is staying on‑budget and is profitable; regular report budget status to agency management Provide analysis to clients of program results Develop strategic, creative ideas and tactical elements for client programs Serve as primary client contact and build/maintain strong relationships with key client personnel Accommodate and anticipate client needs; make recommendations to clients Respond to requests for information from clients in a timely manner Lead client calls, meetings, and presentations to the client; participate in client brainstorms; attend client events Use metrics and analytics to provide insights and counsel to clients pertaining to programs and proposals Recognize and seek opportunities to grow client accounts Maintain relationships with key contacts at traditional and social media outlets; leverage those relationships to obtain desired media coverage on behalf of the agency and/or clients Compile presentations for new business and business renewal proposals; participate in new business and/or business renewal pitches Participate in agency brainstorm sessions for client programs Serve as a senior leader on agency committees, as designated/asked; participate in and drive agency initiatives, visibility efforts and staff development Demonstrate an interest in the long‑range health of the agency Represent the agency in professional associations; develop new professional contacts through participation in outside organizations Understand the clients’ business and relevant industry trends and use the information to develop strategic PR programs Manage multiple accounts and projects Train and mentor junior and mid‑level staff Effectively delegate work among account teams Travel to client and event locations; meet with clients at their office locations/headquarters Demonstrate strong writing, editing, presentation and interpersonal communication skills Show integrity and good judgment when working with colleagues and clients Deal constructively with client and personnel situations Position Expectations / Success Factors Investment in client programs Building and fostering strong relationships with client contacts Respect and collaboration on the account team; develop and retain talent by providing informal/formal feedback and coaching Qualifications B.A. in Public Relations, Journalism, Communications or the like Three (3) to Five (5) years of experience in a public relations agency or similar position; one (1) or more years of supervisory experience Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Compensation Target base range $70,000 – $85,000. Actual compensation is influenced by factors such as skills, experience, and location. Benefits Hybrid work model Work from anywhere in the US up to four weeks a year Year‑round staff training and development curriculum Staff‑led Action Group dedicated to DEI excellence (DEI statement available upon request) Perks Bring Your Parents (and Kids) to Work Days, volunteer Days of Service, mid‑day Cupcakes and Cocktails mixers, and holiday parties. #J-18808-Ljbffr Hunter