Account Director

Rippling, Inc.; New York (NY); Remote; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) match

Paid time off

Summer Fridays

Sabbatical leave

Parental leave

Bonuses & referrals

Training programs

Job summary

Moxie Communications Group, a NYC-based PR agency, seeks a Director to lead account teams and drive PR strategies for enterprise B2B tech clients. 8+ years in PR and 4+ years in management are required, with remote-first work and optional NYC/LA offices.

This role focuses on mentorship, media outreach, and strategic client leadership, with a path to grow the agency and its clients across multiple industries.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of public relations experience in an agency environment for enterprise B2B tech clients.
• 4+ years of managing multiple teams and clients.
• Proven ability to secure media coverage across business, consumer, tech or trade press.
• Ability to translate client goals into actionable, strategy plans with clear metrics.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; mentorship of junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Oversee PR and thought leadership strategy for 5+ clients.
• Lead teams of 4–7 people and drive day-to-day execution.
• Build client relationships and provide strategic counsel; lead client calls.
• Develop bold story ideas and inspire idea generation.
• Maintain media relationships and manage outlet contacts.
• Advise on crisis messaging and communications.
• Media train clients and staff for journalist interviews.
• Review messaging, press releases, and materials with actionable feedback.
• Act as a company leader; mentor direct reports and support growth.
• Lead new business calls and pitches.

Skills

PR leadership

Media relations

Team management

Strategic planning

Job description

Moxie Communications Group is the independent full-service public relations agency that represents leading brands across enterprise and consumer technology, as well as lifestyle sectors. Moxie’s extensive track record includes working with companies of all sizes, from pre-launch seed-stage startups to global, public companies. It is known for launching and scaling iconic brands like Liquid Death, Oura, Hydrow, Goodles, Coterie, Industrious, and Owl Labs. By building influential networks of reporters, creators and opinion leaders, Moxie turns brand stories into cultural conversations, dramatically boosting clients’ visibility. Our services include but are not limited to PR, AI search optimization, awards/conferences, affiliate marketing, influencer marketing, content development, paid media, and events. Named to the PRNEWS Agency Elite Top 100 list, we’re also known for our exceptional team and commitment to equity, inclusion, and professional growth. With benefits like paid sabbaticals, 401K matching, and summer Fridays, Moxie fosters a culture where both employees and clients thrive. Moxie is headquartered in New York City and Los Angeles.

The Role:

Are you looking for a dynamic PR agency where you’re mentored for growth? Would you like to work with passionate professionals with creative minds, building campaigns for some of the most talked-about new brands, as well as established market leaders? If so, Moxie Communications Group is the place for you.

Moxie is hiring a Director to lead several account teams in the development and execution of PR strategies. Successful candidates will have 8+ years of public relations experience with enterprise B2B tech clients in an agency environment, with 4+ of those years in a team management capacity.

This position is open to candidates based in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, or California. Moxie operates as a remote-first team with offices in New York City (SoHo, Manhattan) and Los Angeles (Culver City) available to those who want them. While this is a remote position, we expect this person to come into the office once a week from time to time, especially during onboarding, team intensive strategy sessions, or key client pitches.

Responsibilities

• Oversee PR and thought leadership strategy development, from messaging to media outreach, for 5+ clients simultaneously
• Lead and manage teams of 4 - 7 people from both tactical and developmental standpoints, driving the day-to-day execution of work against client goals
• Confidently build client relationships and provide persuasive, strategic counsel; lead client calls
• Develop bold, big picture story ideas with teams, while inspiring idea generation
• Maintain and leverage key media relationships, owning specific outlets and contacts
• Manage client crisis recommendations, messaging and communications, anticipating and averting potential crises
• Media train clients and staff high-level journalist interviews
• Review documents, including messaging, strategies, press releases, and other materials, and provide actionable feedback
• Serve as a company leader in both team and agency growth, exhibiting excellent judgment and professionalism while managing and mentoring direct reports
• Lead new business calls and pitches

Qualifications

• 8+ years of public relations experience in an agency environment with a diverse set of clients across enterprise B2B tech, including 4+ years of managing multiple teams and clients simultaneously
• Demonstrated success in securing media coverage across business, consumer, tech, and/or trade press, and a strong network of active media relationships across traditional and new media (Substack, podcasts, YouTube, etc.)
• Proven record of translating client goals into actionable, strategic plans with clear success metrics
• Proactive, persistent, detail-oriented, and solutions-driven, with the ability to stay organized and adapt quickly in a fast-paced media landscape to deliver on client KPIs
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to tailor sharp messaging for various media verticals, audiences and contexts
• A collaborative mindset, passion for continuous learning, and genuine interest in mentorship of junior team members
• Experience leading thought leadership (conferences, awards, contributed content / op-eds), affiliate marketing, and/or influencer programs is a plus

Why You’ll Love Us:

• Medical, dental, and vision plans with national provider networks, starting the first of the month following your start date
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - A range of investment options with employer match and potential profit-sharing contributions after one year of service
• Generous Paid Time Off includes vacation, sick days, personal days, company holidays, your birthday off, and a company-wide December break
• Summer Fridays every Friday between Memorial Day and Labor Day, with abbreviated Friday hours throughout the year
• 4 weeks Paid Sabbatical Leave after 5 years of employment to recharge and reset
• Fully paid leave for all parents, inclusive of birth and adoption
• Discretionary year-end bonuses and incentives for referrals and new business
• Access to internal training programs and support for continued learning and growth

Compensation:

The expected salary range for this role is $100,00-$125,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications, in addition to bonus and commission opportunity.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity ("EEO") Employer. Moxie Communications Group is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, marital or partnership status, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, military or veteran status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, caregiver responsibilities, unemployment status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, training, work conditions, job assignments, benefits, layoffs, and termination.