Public Relations Account Manager

Relevance International is a premier, woman-owned, full-service public relations (PR), brand-building and digital media agency passionate about delivering strategic results and generating media waves through industry firsts and innovative campaigns. With offices in New York, London, and Los Angeles, Relevance International is ideally positioned to help its growing client base reach audiences throughout the world. All team members are expected to represent Relevance International as professional brand Ambassadors. The role of the Account Manager is essential to internal and external, client facing PR"¯functions.PERKS OF WORKING AT RELEVANCE INTERNATIONALDynamic hybrid work environment (3 days in office, 2 days work from home) and "Work from Anywhere" program two weeks a year.Generous PTO policy in addition to being closed the last week of the year.Thirsty Thursday wine hour, Bagel Birthdays and regular company events and outings to celebrate the team and holidays!Excellent career development with external and internal training programs for all employees.Reviews twice a year and regular coaching and mentoring sessions for all staff.Annual worldwide Visioning and strategy sessions at New York HQ.Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, 401k with generous company matching.JOB DESCRIPTIONOperates day-to-day account work independently or with reportStrong leadership presence in account work--proactive and strategic media relations for clients, and manage monthly, quarterly, and annual strategyUpdate media lists and secure new reporters and publications to addEffectively pitch by phone as well as email, securing strategic and targeted top-tier placements with easeBring media leads into the firmConduct research, trend and competitor analysis, as neededMonitor media for clientsAbility to edit report's writing efficiently and in AP styleDraft press releases and pitches and other written materials that need no editsDraft trend story ideas for clients and writes strong pitchesSend emails quickly and efficientlySupervise one to two direct reports, answer questions and edit workLeading presence on client-facing account interactionLead client meetings ensuring meeting materials are prepared, available and organized, and ability to advise clients on the spotSupervise junior staff for media monitoring, and ensuring client clips are sent on time for digital and print press placementsOrganized and on top of the to-do list, meets and manages deadlinesPR and social media ideas for Relevance New York (treating us like a client)Reads industry and consumer publications we pitchKeeps drive and all digital assets organized and neatSKILLS/CORE COMPETENCIES"¯REQUIRED/PREFERREDCommitment to increase knowledge of real estate, hospitality, luxury, and travel industries, dependent upon client focusStrong researcher and notetakerCreative mindset and ability to think outside the boxStrong organizational skills with attention to detailStrong writing skillsEffective interpersonal and communication skills both written and verbalTeam playerPositive, can-do attitudeSolution-orientedStrong working knowledge of AP StyleExcellent Customer Service skillsSelf-directed, proactive, and independently capable of managing workload so deadlines are metFlexible, able to work under pressure and changing prioritiesProficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Asana, Cision, and Google ProgramsCommits to 5 days per week and hours sufficient to cover responsibilities to clients and team.Workday begins at 9 am Monday through Friday.EDUCATIONAL/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED/PREFERREDBachelor Degree - Public Relations, Communications or Related Degree5-7"¯years relevant experienceSALARY RANGE: $80k-$100k per year, based on experienceDISCLAIMER:Duties, responsibilities and activities of the position may change or new ones added at any time with or without notice

Created: 2025-05-09