Account Director, Corporate

Account Director, Corporate

5W is seeking a dynamic Account Director to support our growing Corporate practice. This is a high-impact role for a seasoned agency professional who can hit the ground running.

The ideal candidate brings agency experience with corporate clients — spanning financial services, technology, sustainability/ESG, and beyond — along with sharp media instincts, expert pitching skills, and superior account and time management. You'll thrive here if you're driven, entrepreneurial, and committed to exceeding expectations: at 5W, that's the recipe for success.

Here’s what you’ll be doing:

- Act as primary contact to clients, continually fostering client-agency relationship to build trust and become a valuable resource and counselor to clients.

- Overseeing and implementing strategic communications programming

- Executive creative campaigns and brand partnerships

- Manage and delegate responsibilities of daily workflow of multiple accounts.

- Communicate account status to agency management regularly.

- Demonstrate proficiency in writing and editing materials particularly presentations, program plans and media strategies.

- Provide strategic guidance to clients and team members on an ongoing basis; anticipate and address clients’ needs.

- Troubleshoot media, team, or strategy problems as they arise; seek senior management input when appropriate.

- Motivate team members by promptly reviewing work and providing constructive feedback.

- Strive to develop the best communication and presentation skills possible to effectively articulate ideas to clients, colleagues and others.

- Conduct and lead monthly conference calls and meetings with clients

- Provide guidance and leadership to team members on effective pitching, team issues, account workflow and general account issues.

- Participate in the development of materials for new business opportunities including timelines, proposals, business decks and case studies; assist in generating new business leads.

- Participate in brainstorming sessions to develop strategic/creative thinking for clients.

- Misc. research, duties and projects as required.

Here’s what you have:

- S/B.A in Public Relations or related field

- At least 6 years of PR agency experience, specifically working with corporate clients

- Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal skills

- Strong leadership and motivation skills

- Proven client relations, management and supervisory skills

- Creative and energetic personality

Why you'll love working here:

- Competitive salary with comprehensive benefits & wellness programs including partnership with ClassPass!

- Flexible PTO

- Summer Fridays and Winter, Spring, and Fall Fridays too!

- Hybrid work model offering flexibility and work-life balance

- Expanded parental leave and family planning support

- Continuous learning through “5W University” and development initiatives

- Student Loan Reimbursement

- Professional Development Support

- Exclusive access to season tickets for pro sports teams along with Broadway shows, and more!

- Charitable giving, including matching donations

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