Public Relations Account Supervisor Job at JConnelly in New York

Role Summary
The Senior Account Executive will independently lead $100-299K in retainer accounts or projects. The Senior Account Executive will manage multiple responsibilities including generating consistent media exposure for clients, supporting the development of key themes, campaign strategy, client relations and mentoring other members of the team.

Responsibilities
Media Relations

Identifies and secures an array of media placements including high-profile and feature opportunities for clients across the team

Delegates tasks and helps with mentoring Account Coordinators, Account Executives, and interns

Assists in the development of strategic PR plans and campaign development for team accounts they support

Develops and maintains relationships with all media outlets including trades, broadcast, and national media

Develops unique story angles and timely pitches to generate consistent client exposure

Client Service

Independently leads $100-299K in client account revenue

Serve as lead point of contact and run calls for the client accounts they are leading

Draft PR plans for the accounts they are leading

Functions as a general point of contact (for clients and internally) for PR initiatives

Supports the lead point of contact for other team client accounts

Participates in regular client update calls and meetings as well as new client discovery meetings for other team client accounts

Writing

Reviews and edits company generated content before sharing with clients

Supports in drafting press releases, award nominations, social media posts and other client related materials, when needed

Administrative Support

Assists internal team members with other clients, business development and Company projects

Reviews press reports before sending to clients

Ensures that the team has saved final versions to SharePoint and has scheduled press releases for distribution

Acts as a steward of the JConnelly brand, consistently representing and reflecting the Company’s core values, approach and high standards of excellence in all client, media and public interactions

Performs other duties as assigned

Education
College degree; or equivalent related business experience

Experience & Expertise

Minimum 3-5 years successful industry-related experience with an emphasis on managing client relationships

Demonstrated ability to organize/prioritize work, handle details accurately, follow up with minimum supervision, and complete tasks within specified deadlines

Excellent interpersonal, communication, problem-solving and customer service skills

Proficiency with various software applications including the full Office suite, as well as social media channels

Proficiency in PR related software including but not limited to Cision, Meltwater, TrendKite, Sprout, Hootsuite etc

Characteristics of Success

Strategic and intellectually curious thinkers

Strong communicators and skilled storytellers

Trusted client advisors with excellent judgment

Proactive relationship builders and networkers

Effective managers and collaborative team leaders

Adaptable professionals who thrive in dynamic environments

Commercially aware and growth-oriented

Digitally fluent with strong understanding of evolving communications technologies and AI tools

Committed to continuous learning, innovation, and professional growth

Featured benefits

Company-funded Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) on select medical plans

Company-paid life insurance & AD&D coverage

ESOP — employee stock ownership, fully funded by JConnelly, no cost to you

401(k) with company match (traditional & Roth options)

Supplemental coverage through Aflac (disability, critical illness, and more)

Free 24/7 healthcare navigation through Health Advocate

Virtual vet consultations through Petzey

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