Account Director

HR Transformed; New York (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

HR Transformed in New York City is seeking an Account Director to lead high-profile PR campaigns for luxury travel, lifestyle, and fashion brands. You will manage client relationships, oversee strategy execution, and mentor junior team members from our Midtown NYC office three days a week.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years of PR experience, agency background, deep luxury sector expertise, strong media/KOL connections, and proven ability to drive results through storytelling and multi-channel

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• 8+ years of PR experience, preferably in an agency setting.
• Proven ability to lead projects end-to-end across multiple disciplines.
• Deep expertise in the luxury industry, with a strong earned media portfolio.
• Established relationships with media and influencers in travel, lifestyle, and luxury markets.
• 5+ years managing and mentoring junior team members.
• Strong storytelling ability and exceptional written/verbal communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment.
• Proficiency with social media platforms (LinkedIn, Instagram, Twitter/X, Pinterest).

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction to clients and the team
• Analyze industry trends to identify opportunities and risks
• Ensure client satisfaction by delivering on key objectives
• Manage client relationships through meetings, reports, and ongoing communication
• Oversee work for two junior team members, providing training, coaching, and mentorship.
• Build and maintain strong media and KOL relationships to drive strategic partnerships
• Develop and execute compelling storytelling and media strategies
• Secure consistent, high-impact media coverage and measure results
• Navigate challenges and crises effectively, providing strategic problem-solving support
• Write and edit press materials, including press releases, media alerts, and pitches
• Contribute to brainstorms, ideation, and campaign development
• Identify and recommend strategic events and partnerships to enhance brand presence
• Stay informed on industry trends and emerging technologies; attend events and network
• Support new business development, contributing to proposals and pitches
• Work in our Midtown NYC office three days a week (Monday-Wednesday.)

Skills

PR leadership

Client management

Strategic thinking

Storytelling

Media relations

Team mentoring

Luxury industry

KOL relationships

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Our client is looking for an Account Director with 8-10 years of PR experience to join their team! This role involves managing clients, overseeing strategic plan execution, leading a results-driven team, and mentoring junior team members.

The ideal candidate has strong relationships with travel, lifestyle, and trade media, as well as KOLs in art, design, gastronomy, and fashion. Experience in luxury travel and hospitality is required. Knowledge of Africa, wellness, sustainability, and thought leadership is a plus.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction to clients and the team
• Analyze industry trends to identify opportunities and risks
• Ensure client satisfaction by delivering on key objectives
• Manage client relationships through meetings, reports, and ongoing communication
• Oversee work for two junior team members, providing training, coaching, and mentorship.
• Build and maintain strong media and KOL relationships to drive strategic partnerships
• Develop and execute compelling storytelling and media strategies
• Secure consistent, high-impact media coverage and measure results
• Navigate challenges and crises effectively, providing strategic problem-solving support
• Write and edit press materials, including press releases, media alerts, and pitches
• Contribute to brainstorms, ideation, and campaign development
• Identify and recommend strategic events and partnerships to enhance brand presence
• Stay informed on industry trends and emerging technologies; attend events and network
• Support new business development, contributing to proposals and pitches
• Work in our Midtown NYC office three days a week (Monday-Wednesday.)

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field
• 8+ years of PR experience, preferably in an agency setting
• Proven ability to lead projects from start to finish across multiple disciplines
• Deep expertise in the luxury industry, with a strong earned media portfolio
• Established relationships with media and influencers in travel, lifestyle, and luxury markets
• 5+ years managing and mentoring junior team members
• Strong track record in developing and executing PR campaigns
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with strong storytelling ability
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment
• Proficiency with social media platforms (LinkedIn, Instagram, Twitter/X, Pinterest)
• A team player with a positive attitude, adaptability, and problem-solving mindset