Public Relations Account Executive, Technology Practice (Whittier)

Who We Are

Allison+Partners is a global marketing and communications agency driven by a collaborative approach to innovation and creativity. In our highly entrepreneurial environment, employees (or A+Pers) are encouraged to pursue their individual passions and are empowered to truly do things differently. Our team members create new offerings, seek out and work with clients they re passionate about, volunteer in local communities and drive cross-office committees focused on making our workplace inclusive, supportive and fun.

The Position

Allison+Partners has an exciting opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic Account Executive or Senior Account Executive to work in our Technology Practice. In this role, you ll support the day-to-day operations for a broad portfolio of clients and play a critical role in supporting our technology practice by ensuring excellence in delivery. This is an opportunity to hone your account management skills while staying attuned to the needs of clients in a dynamic and rapidly evolving industry.

At Allison+Partners, we are committed to delivering strategic communications programs that achieve key business objectives for clients. This role is focused on contributing to client teams that deliver best-in-class public relations expertise for a variety of clients, including storytelling, executive visibility, thought leadership, media relations, and content development.

What You ll Do

  • Supports the management of day-to-day client activities, projects and deliverables contributing both tactically and strategically to clients business goals
  • Delivers quality account management deliverables such as weekly client status reports and meetings, accurate and actionable contact reports, and any relevant competitive activity
  • Is accountable for the impeccable delivery of multiple large-sized, high-value client projects
  • Supports the production of internal and external communications materials including communications plans, messaging, talking points, news releases, social media content, and facts sheets
  • Supports research and analyses for new business opportunities
  • Supports financial management for accounts by developing budget updates and client-friendly reports
  • Proactively provides quality assurance for all client deliverables (e.g,, proofreading, fact-checking, research, references, citations)

What You ll Need

  • Associate level years of public relations/communications experience ideally in an agency or in-house roles
  • The aptitude to handle high priority and high-pressure situations with poise
  • Demonstrated ability to design, implement, and manage project plans
  • Writing and media relations skills with the ability to translate complex issues into communications for multiple stakeholder audiences.
  • An understanding of the current media landscape including national mainstream news media outlets, specialized industry publications, and digital and social media developments.
  • Impeccable client service skills and experience with working with high-touch clients or individuals in challenging business situations.
  • Works independently
  • Strategic thinker and excellent writer in need of minimal editing
  • Strong media relations skills and proved industry relationships
  • Team builder and leader
  • Manages time well, prioritizing deadlines and managing up in terms of workload
  • Self-starter

Additional Perks

  • Unlimited PTO
  • Month-long Sabbatical
  • Active Employee Advocacy Groups
  • Globally Driven DEI Initiatives
  • Allison University
  • Learning and Development programs
  • Wellness Wednesdays and Summer Fridays
  • 20-week paid parental leave

At Allison+Partners, We See Things Differently

We celebrate diversity and are committed to providing an inclusive environment for our employees. We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind and are committed towards building an agency where everyone is welcome, and every voice is heard. We are proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

In order to comply with equal pay and salary transparency laws in various locations, we believe the target range of base compensation in all locations within the United States for this role is $55-$75k. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and location.

In addition to medical, dental and vision coverage, we offer a generous unlimited PTO plan, 401k program and comprehensive benefits plan. Additional perks and benefits include a month-long sabbatical, active employee advocacy groups, globally driven DEI initiatives, wellness days, summer Fridays and learning and development programs for our employees.

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