Public Relations Account Manager

SOMA Public Relations; North Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 62,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading public relations agency in North Vancouver is seeking a full-time Public Relations Account Manager. The role involves developing strategic PR campaigns, managing client relationships, and ensuring impactful media interactions. Ideal candidates will have over 5 years of experience in communications, especially in agency settings, and possess a strong passion for storytelling. This hybrid position offers flexibility with in-office days on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in communications within dynamic settings.
• Client and team management experience.
• Passion for storytelling and impact.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute PR campaigns for clients.
• Manage client relationships and communications.
• Coordinate media events and interviews.

Skills

Client management

Strategic communication

Storytelling

Research

Event management

Media relations

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Docs

Meltwater

Job description

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Full-Time Public Relations Account Manager

About SOMA Public Relations :

SOMA Public Relations is an award-winning, B Corp certified PR agency based in North Vancouver that provides purpose-driven and socially responsible businesses and non-profit organizations with strategic communication services. We partner with emerging and established companies that focus on health and wellness, environment and sustainability, and technology for good. We work with companies and organizations that care, show leadership in their fields, and deliver a positive impact on humanity.

We help our clients exceed their communications goals by strategically connecting them to their audiences through targeted and customized strategies. Check out some of our work here : https : / / www.somapublicrelations.com / casestudies

The team :

This is an opportunity to work closely with our Founder & Managing Director, who you will be reporting directly to. You will play a very important role on our small but mighty team.

No day / week will be the same - but here’s an idea of what you’ll be working on :

• Developing and executing strategic PR campaigns for clients - ongoing storytelling, media briefings, media training, media material development (pitches, press releases, key messaging, etc.), ongoing client management, reporting.
• Ongoing, proactive research and meeting with clients to discuss and suggest fresh storytelling opportunities outside of PR plans - working with junior team members to assist.
• Launching and executing PR campaigns - must possess leadership qualities and the ability to make decisions and drive client work forward with confidence.
• Providing direction to team members to develop client reports, reviewing, and delivering to clients on time.
• Assisting with researching, planning, and executing media and client events - must have previous media event management experience and proven track record of coordinating on-site media interviews on behalf of clients.
• Developing targeted media lists, pitching client stories, securing media coverage across B.C., Canada and North America through strategic pitching.
• Participating in media training sessions to prepare clients for interviews, ensuring they are equipped with key messages and confident in media interactions.
• Researching industry best practices and providing clients with industry-leading PR advice and insights.

You have :

• 5+ years of experience in communications within dynamic, fast-paced settings. Experience in an agency environment is a plus, with priority given to candidates who have 2+ years of agency experience.
• Client and team management experience - The ability to lead projects / client accounts with minimal oversight.
• A passion for storytelling and a desire to make a positive impact.

Bonus points, if you have :

• Media training experience - bonus if you have actively participated in sessions before.
• Crisis communication experience and proven track record of managing a crisis situation from start to end with the help of a team.

You are :

• An energetic, experienced strategic communications professional with a deep understanding of messaging and how to position an organization’s story in the public sphere.
• Outstanding written and oral communication skills, allowing you to craft compelling narratives and engage diverse audiences with clarity and impact.
• Able to learn and work with a multitude of different software applications, i.e., databases, design software, Meltwater, Microsoft Office, Google Docs, etc.
• Able to work with a team, but also thrive independently and can self-motivate where necessary to get results.
• Resourceful, self-motivated, reliable, organized, multi-tasker, positive attitude, known for exceeding expectations, and has a sense of humour.
• Professional, detail-oriented, driven and a problem solver.

This position is a hybrid workplace model :

• Tuesdays and Thursdays - Office in North Vancouver
• Monday, Wednesdays, and Fridays - Remote

Final Thoughts

We do not discriminate on any basis. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply. Should you require any accommodation or have questions, please let us know. While we welcome all applications, we will only respond directly to those who are short-listed for a role. Thanks in advance for your understanding and wishing you all the best in your career journey.

The salary range for this role is $62,000 to $75,000 annually. Base pay offered may vary depending on factors such as relevant qualifications, skills, and previous experience. This position also includes a competitive benefits package.

Posting Deadline : Posted until filled. Start date July 1, 2025. Please send a personal note about why you’re interested in the role or a formalized cover letter and resume to [emailprotected] . If you do not provide a personalized note or cover letter, your application will not be considered.

For more information on SOMA Public Relations visit : https : / / www.somapublicrelations.com /

Seniority level

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Job function

Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing / Editing

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