Sunshine Sachs Morgan & Lylis is hiring: Account Manager, Tech & Start Up PR in

Account Manager, Tech & Start Up PR

Join Sunshine Sachs Morgan & Lylis to lead integrated communications for media and technology clients in New York. This role requires a passion for tech, B2B media, and the ability to manage client account teams under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Leading account teams and managing projects from start to finish.
• Developing, and executing comprehensive communications strategies.
• Conducting regular and thorough research on various topics, flagging relevant news updates for teams/clients.
• Creating, editing and proofreading materials including press releases, blog content, pitches, fact sheets, FAQs, briefing notes, and client correspondence.
• Planning and executing media-specific events including influencer events and press conferences. Support would include developing invite lists, managing RSVPs, wrangling media on‑site, drafting and distributing post‑event releases, etc.
• Partnering with senior managers on achieving deliverables for a full roster of clients (average of 4 – 6).
• Developing an impactful and trusting relationship with clients.
• Managing media contact lists to build relationships with new publications and media contacts.
• Participating in new business meetings, creating proposals as needed.
• Regularly bringing new opportunities for clients – media meetings, key introductions, etc.
• Proactively mentor and teach junior team members on account teams (really important for us).
• Working with senior management to respond to client requests and ensure requests are taken care of in an efficient manner.

Qualifications

• You have at least 5-6 years working in PR, specific experience in media relations, technology, B2B comms, public relations, integrated media relations, strategic media planning.
• You’ve managed a client team with direct oversight for at least 1 year.
• You understand almost all aspects of integrated communications (media relations, social media, creative, brand integration, talent integration).
• You are a strong writer – persuasive, concise, creative, and quick!
• You have a growing list of relationships with media across a variety of verticals and know how to leverage those relationships to secure impactful media opportunities.
• You are a strategic thinker, bring new ideas to the table, and love a good brainstorm.
• You have strong decision‑making abilities and accountability; this is an important role, own it!
• You have great judgment and can make "the call" as needed.
• You have an innate curiosity and an entrepreneurial spirit.
• You are incredibly organized, detail oriented and able to excel at managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• You’re willing to work select evenings/weekends and travel when necessary.
• You enjoy overdelivering rather than meeting expectations and take genuine pride in being part of something good.

Bonus Skills

• Advertising, gaming, and VR experience would be such a coup!
• Previous experience working with & managing teams in multiple locations.
• You have an interest in progressive causes and campaigns.
• You have digital integrated experience.
• Previous experience using media research tools like Cision.

Benefits

We go well beyond the benefits you’re looking for. We offer medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with matching, annual merit‑based bonuses, PTO, fertility, FSA for medical, childcare, and commuter expenses. Sunshine Sachs Morgan & Lylis offers flexible work schedules, work from anywhere programs, Summer Fridays, Wellness Days, and a 4‑week sabbatical or trip to celebrate select anniversaries. We love to socialize and have collaborative workspaces, rooftop offices, celebrations, networking opportunities, and community volunteering. We frequently mark opportunities to listen, learn and act throughout the year, including Juneteenth, Election Day, International Women’s Day, etc.

SSM&L is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and ability. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, identity and expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

$75,000 - $88,000 a year