Account Executive

Ruder Finn; Mumbai City; On-site; INR 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

Ruder Finn India is seeking a motivated PR professional to lead client campaigns and mentor a team of junior executives in Mumbai. You will drive media relations, craft compelling narratives, and align storytelling with brand goals for diverse clients.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years of agency experience, strong writing skills, and a collaborative mindset. This role offers exposure to senior leadership and opportunities to shape high-impact campaigns in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of PR/communications experience, ideally with agency exposure.
• Proven media relations skills and ability to handle multiple accounts.
• Strong writing and storytelling capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Be the Client Whisperer: Be the daily go-to for clients - anticipate needs, deliver quality, and build trust.
• Turn Buzz into By-lines: Own media relations, pitch with confidence, and secure high-impact placements.
• Strategy meets Storytelling: Help craft narratives that align business goals with audience relevance.
• Lift as you Lead: Guide and support Junior Executives; lead by example and lift as you climb.

Skills

Media relations

Drafting & writing

Client management

Team collaboration

Leadership potential

Job description

About Ruder Finn India:

Ruder Finn is one of the world's largest independent communications agencies. Born in New York in 1948 with a restless 'What's Next' spirit that still drives us today, it was one of the first PR agencies in the world. From bold ideas to breakthrough storytelling, we help brands, leaders, and causes stay ahead in a world that never stands still.

In India, our journey has been nothing short of electric. In just 7 years, we've scaled from a boutique agency to one of the fastest-growing large agencies in the country. Along the way, we've built a culture where people grow, experiment, and shine, proven by consistently leading the people and campaign award wins. With 250+ awards in the last 5 years and titles like Mid-Sized Agency of the Year and Large Agency of the Year (multiple times), we're not just part of the conversation. We're shaping it.

Why Ruder Finn India?

At Ruder Finn, we don't just do PR - we shape what's next. Here's why you'll love being part of our story:

• Tech at the core: Whether it's healthcare, consumer, or corporate, we bring a tech-first lens to everything we do. From RF.AIO to our Tech Lab and RF Studio, innovation isn't a department here, it's a mindset.
• Talent comes first: We believe in meritocracy and back it up by investing heavily in learning, development, and young leadership. If you've got the drive, you'll get the stage.
• Living 'What's Next': Curiosity and hunger fuel us. We don't wait for trends; we build them.
• Punching above our weight: From social-first storytelling for global icons like Meta and Adobe, to high-energy campaigns with LGP and MG - we play in big leagues with bold ideas.
• Work hard, play harder: Yes, we deliver for our clients, but we're equally passionate about telling our own story. #LifeAtRF is about creativity, camaraderie, and culture - and our people bring it alive every day. Check it out- https://www.instagram.com/ruderfinnindia/

Opportunity:

This is your chance to step into a role that’s as dynamic as the brands you'll work with. You'll lead bold campaigns, mentor a team of curious, high-energy talent, and drive ideas that don't just get heard, they spark conversation. Think of it as a front-row seat to transformation: shaping strategies, championing digital-first storytelling, and making an impact that lasts. If you're hungry for growth, ready to challenge the status quo, and excited to be a trusted advisor to senior leadership, this is where it happens

What You'll Do

• Be the Client Whisperer: Be the daily go-to for clients - anticipate needs, deliver quality, and build trust.
• Turn Buzz into By-lines: Own media relations, pitch with confidence, and secure high-impact placements.
• Strategy meets Storytelling: Help craft narratives that align business goals with audience relevance.
• Lift as you Lead: Guide and support Junior Executives; lead by example and lift as you climb.

Chase the Impact:

Measure success, report insights, and constantly push for better outcomes.

What We Expect from You:

• 1-2 years of PR/communications experience, ideally with agency exposure.
• Proven media relations skills and ability to handle multiple accounts.
• Strong writing and storytelling capabilities.
• Initiative-driven, detail-oriented, and dependable under pressure.
• A collaborative team player with leadership potential and creative flair.