Account Coordinator

careers-allison; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited paid time off

Comprehensive health benefits

401k savings plan

Four-week sabbatical every five years

Monthly cell phone reimbursement

Job summary

Allison is seeking an Account Coordinator for a dynamic entry-level position in Boston, Massachusetts. This role offers a chance to learn about the PR industry while developing vital skills in media relations and client service. Responsibilities include drafting media content, monitoring news, and supporting account management.

The office promotes a hybrid work environment, offering robust health benefits and generous time-off policies including unlimited PTO.

Qualifications

• Internship experience in public relations, marketing, or related field.
• Self-motivated and eager to learn.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Attend team and client calls, providing notes and action items.
• Draft press releases, media pitches, and briefing books.
• Monitor media coverage and flag noteworthy articles.
• Conduct media relations with guidance.
• Research opportunities for speaking engagements and awards.

Skills

Public relations

Marketing

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Detail-oriented

Education

Internship or apprenticeship in related field

Tools

MuckRack

Cision

Microsoft Teams

Job description

About Us

Who We Are

We imagine the new. Inspire the next. And use the power of our creativity to help build up those around us.

At Allison, we provide a limitless environment where you can build, create, and grow. Our openly collaborative and highly supportive culture is free from bureaucracy and red tape. With over 1,000 innovators from diverse backgrounds, we break new ground for world‑class clients across 50 global markets and dozens of industries. We believe in creating a space where everyone can freely express their opinions, share their ideas and dreams for the future, and be themselves.

We foster an inclusive culture that attracts builders from all backgrounds who can envision new solutions and create outcomes that move our clients' businesses forward, while helping everyone on the team learn and grow together. Our shared ideal of the builder's mindset is limitless and available to everyone, and we push the boundaries to create new and innovative solutions for our clients and ourselves.

We create lasting impact and relationships, and our culture fosters meaningful connections and friendships that last beyond the workplace. If you're ready to join a team that pushes you to be your best, supports you every step of the way, and celebrates your successes, welcome to the Allison family.

Overview

We're looking for an Account Coordinator to join Allison’s fast‑moving, ideas‑driven practice. This is an entry level position where you'll have the opportunity to learn more about the PR industry and best practices in client service, media relations and content development.

You will be responsible for developing a curated media list of reporters that cover client and industry‑specific news, issues and announcements, while also conducting regular news monitoring to share trending stories the account team can leverage for clients. You will also develop influencer and media relationships, pitch media to secure press opportunities, track coverage, and support overall account management and administration with weekly meeting agendas, action items and reports.

Responsibilities

• Participate in team and client calls and provide thorough notes and action items to move deliverables forward every week.
• Develop the first draft of written content (e.g., press release, briefing books, media pitches, bylines).
• Monitor and flag client and industry media coverage for the account team.
• Conduct entry‑level media relations with instruction from AE/SAE; pitching news announcements and conducting follow‑up via phone and email.
• Research speaking opportunities, events, and awards.
• Produce monthly or weekly reports outlining key account activities and initiatives.
• Learn and become proficient in media tracking, monitoring and data analytics tools such as MuckRack, Critical Mention, Cision and Meltwater.
• Conduct new business research to support pitches and presentations.
• Promote and uphold Allison’s core values; participate in agency‑wide training and professional development programs.

Qualifications

• Preferred experience as an intern/apprentice in public relations, marketing or a related field.
• Self‑motivated, eager to learn and enthusiastic about the work.
• Eye for detail and organization.
• Comfortable and knowledgeable working in Microsoft Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and Excel alongside Zoom and Microsoft Teams.
• Ability to take direction, ask clarifying questions and follow through on required deadlines.

Benefits

• Hybrid work environment with home and office schedule (2+ days in office per week) and work‑from‑anywhere weeks.
• Comprehensive health benefits (healthcare, vision, dental, pet, home, and auto insurance).
• Generous time off policies (unlimited paid time off, wellness days, national holidays, summer Fridays).
• Four‑week sabbatical every five years of employment.
• Exceptional parental leave benefits.
• Global mentorship and networking programs.
• Monthly cell phone reimbursement.
• 401k savings and employee stock purchase plan.
• Volunteer hours (20 hours annually) for designated non‑profit partner and personal choice.
• Globally driven DEI initiatives (Employee Advocacy Groups, DEI committee).
• Career growth opportunities, such as Allison University (multi‑day customized trainings for each level).

Equal Opportunities

Our founding vision was to create a positive and entrepreneurial environment where talented people thrive – and creativity – killing bureaucracy… doesn't.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to providing an inclusive environment for our employees. We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind and are committed to building an agency where everyone is welcome, and every voice is heard. We are proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

Compensation

In order to comply with equal pay and salary transparency laws in various locations, we believe the target range of base compensation in all locations within the United States for this role is $45K-$55K. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and location.

In addition to medical, dental and vision coverage, we offer a generous unlimited PTO plan, 401k program and comprehensive benefits plan. Additional perks and benefits include a month‑long sabbatical, active employee advocacy groups, globally driven DEI initiatives, wellness days, summer Fridays and learning and development programs for our employees.