About the role
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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