Agital is hiring: Senior Account Executive, Public Relations in Washington

Senior Account Executive, Public Relations

REQ, an Agital Company, is seeking a strategic, resourceful, and self-starting Senior Account Executive (SAE) to join our growing Public Relations team in Washington, DC. In this role, you’ll act as a critical bridge between our clients and internal teams, managing day-to-day operations while helping to shape and drive high-impact PR and integrated marketing strategies. You will be a key strategic partner to clients, offering thoughtful counsel, delivering outstanding work, and mentoring junior team members alike.

What You''ll Do

• Serve as the primary point of contact for multiple PR client accounts, delivering proactive, strategic guidance and building trusted client relationships
• Lead the planning and execution of integrated campaigns, including earned media, social, and content marketing efforts
• Translate complex client needs into actionable strategies, leveraging market insights and performance data
• Write and edit high-impact content including executive messaging, press materials, bylined articles, and award submissions
• Coordinate and lead media opportunities—securing placements, managing interviews, and helping clients refine messaging
• Collaborate across REQ teams—PR, Creative, Paid Media, Development—to ensure seamless campaign execution
• Coach and mentor junior team members through feedback, training, and professional development
• Monitor budgets, track KPIs, and ensure timely, high-quality deliverables
• Identify opportunities for account growth, upsells, and improved client value

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, or a related field
• 5+ years of relevant experience, with 3+ years in Client Services, PR, or Account Management roles
• Demonstrated ability to lead projects, manage budgets, and drive successful client outcomes
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience drafting complex, high-stakes content
• Strong proficiency in digital marketing tools and platforms (Google Analytics, WordPress, Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, etc.)
• Experience across multiple digital marketing channels and comfort with performance metrics and analytics
• Prior experience in media relations or public affairs is a plus
• Comfort working both independently and in a collaborative, cross-functional team environment

Working At Agital

We believe that great work is possible with great people. We aim to hire and develop talent aligned with our mission, vision and values, and to foster a culture that supports growth.

Our People & Culture

We are building an inclusive culture that empowers our people to contribute their unique perspectives and make a difference individually and collectively. We strive to be a place where people feel valued and inspired.

What We Offer

A dynamic and rewarding work culture with benefits focused on growth, inclusion, and well-being.

Benefits & Compensation

Agital offers a dynamic work environment and benefits including:

• Autonomy – we hire intelligent people and provide tools and training to succeed
• Growth opportunities – growing company with room to play a key role
• Health insurance
• Unlimited paid-time-off
• 401k with company match
• Company-paid life insurance

No agencies please, contractors or recruiters. Agital is an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. This job description may not be complete, and roles and responsibilities may change. We cannot offer visa support at this time.

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Sales and Business Development

Industries: Marketing Services

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