Method Communications is hiring: Public Relations Account Director, B2B Tech in

Public Relations Account Director, B2B Tech

Work Arrangement

This hybrid role requires in-office presence at our San Francisco location for a minimum of two days per week. Candidates should be based within commuting distance of the San Francisco office or be able to relocate.

Responsibilities

• Agency Leadership
  
  
  
  • Provide input on agency decision‑making on new business, best practices, client service, and performance management.
  
  
  • Collaborate with People Ops to motivate and lead a high‑performance team; contribute to attracting, recruiting, and retaining team members; deliver constructive feedback.
  
  
  • Act as a mentor for direct reports, ensuring annual 360 reviews and career development goals.
  
  
  
  


• Account Leadership
  
  
  
  • Provide strategic guidance for clients and team leads on well‑conceptualized and researched PR and integrated marketing programs, including handling sensitive issues and evolving direction.
  
  
  • Execute Method’s Concierge Service Delivery Approach with clients and teams.
  
  
  • Oversee goal development for internal team members and clients, leading teams to execute against strategy.
  
  
  • Coach Account Supervisors to collaborate and produce high‑quality work.
  
  
  • Develop strong written content and newsworthy pitches aligned with client objectives.
  
  
  • Build relationships with reporters and publications to secure coverage across business, broadcast, tech, and trade media.
  
  
  
  


• Business Development
  
  
  
  • Expand personal and professional network to enhance the Method brand and grow client portfolio.
  
  
  • Participate in new business pitches with well‑researched, prepared, and polished presentations.
  
  
  • Support organic growth by expanding scope of work with existing clients.
  
  
  
  


• Account and Agency Management
  
  
  
  • Manage account team to ensure quality work, efficient processes, and timely client requests.
  
  
  • Help track and manage budgets to assist executive and leadership teams.
  
  
  • Participate in account staffing and evaluate team structures for quality and profitability.
  
  
  
  

What We’re Looking For

• Typically 6–10 years of experience in public relations, communications, marketing, or related fields, including research, advertising, management consulting, media, and publishing.


• Senior level ability to conceptualize and execute integrated communications programs that align with business goals.


• Ability to build positive rapport and trusted advisor relationships with clients.


• Adept at exercising excellent judgment and emotional intelligence in navigating difficult conversations.


• Comfortable working with technology media across industry verticals, pitching stories, staffing briefings, and providing targeted outreach.


• Established relationships with media, journalists, analysts, and other influencers.


• Ability to manage others and oversee multiple direct reports with diverse managerial requirements.


• Strong editing and writing capabilities.


• Passion for work and commitment to developing skills and helping team members learn daily.

What’s in it for YOU?

• Flexible, hybrid work.


• Generous vacation and wellness time accruals, two weeks of full office closure, paid holidays, and two floating holidays.


• Cell phone and internet cost reimbursement.


• Employer‑paid medical, dental, and vision insurance.


• Employer‑paid Health Savings Account (HSA).


• 401(k) plan with employer match up to 4%.


• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering three confidential, face‑to‑face counseling sessions per issue per year.


• Paid family leave.


• $500 annual wellness stipend after 6 months of employment.


• $1,500 professional development stipend after 2 years of employment.


• 4 weeks of paid sabbatical after 5 years of employment.


• Leadership development and virtual training opportunities.

Salary Ranges

• Salary Range: $105,000 – $135,000.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Method is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national or ethnic origin, mental or physical ability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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