Account Director - B2B Tech PR

The Hoffman Agency; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 115,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision

20 days PTO + Birthday PTO

11 holidays + 1 Floating Holiday

401(k) with company match

Early Fridays (“Knock-Off Fridays”)

Weekly Wellness Hour

Sabbatical program – 1 month after 4 years of service

$1,000 annual Wellness & Professional Development Fund

$400 WFH stipend

Paid parental leave

Job summary

A leading global PR consultancy based in Portland is in search of experienced Account Directors. Ideal candidates should have a strong background in public relations, with over 8 years of experience in managing multiple B2B accounts. Responsibilities include developing strategies, mentoring junior staff, and building client relationships. The position offers comprehensive benefits including 100% employer-paid healthcare, 20 days PTO, and a competitive salary range of $115,000 - $140,000 based on experience and location.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of public relations experience, preferably in an agency.
• Experience managing multiple B2B accounts and executing PR plans.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to handle multiple accounts.

Responsibilities

• Oversee 4-6 accounts managing strategy and execution.
• Coach and mentor junior team members during projects.
• Develop strong client relationships through strategic council.
• Drive media strategy and maintain media contact network.
• Contribute to RFPs and new business presentations.

Skills

Public relations experience

Writing and verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, PR/Advertising, Communications, Journalism or Liberal Arts

Tools

Microsoft Windows

Microsoft Office

Job description

Seeking smart, ambitious account directors with a passion for storytelling. If you find ownership and being in the thick of the action exhilarating, and you relish the opportunity to advise clients and solve difficult problems while leading and working with smart, fun, and experienced teammates, then look no further.

The Hoffman Agency is a global public relations and integrated marketing communications consultancy that crafts stories to build brands.

We are seeking account directors who want to be on the frontline of strategy and execution with a passion for storytelling, mentoring, and a commitment to excellence. Must also have a sense of humor and appetite for working in a positive team environment.

Skills and Responsibilities

• Oversee 4-6 accounts, and dive in deep in both strategy and execution, to ensure the deliverables are streamlined and exceed client expectations.
• Manage direct report(s) while coaching and mentoring junior team members, providing feedback, actionable steps, and setting goals to support career advancement at Hoffman.
• Develop strong relationships with clients through strategic council, providing recommendations, and setting expectations for program execution and results.
• Drive strategy for media pitching, maintain a network of media contacts, drive signature story pitches, and host media briefings with senior spokespersons.
• Contribute to RFPs and pitch decks and participate in new business presentations.
• Advocate for Hoffman’s service offerings, providing education on Hoffman’s capabilities to enhance client impact and business growth.
• Develop and execute media strategy, maintain a network of media contacts, drive signature story pitches, and host media briefings with senior spokespersons.
• Review key content pieces (such as press releases Q&A documents, bylines), and drive development of key messages and PR plans for clients.
• Oversee and review all reporting efforts, track results against annual goals, and drive client satisfaction.

Key Attributes

• Passion for tech PR
• Leader and team player
• Initiative and accountability
• Entrepreneurial nature and attitude
• Curious and excited to learn new things
• Critical and proactive thinker
• Sense of humor

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, PR/Advertising, Communications, Journalism or Liberal Arts
• 8+ years of public relations experience (agency experience is preferred)
• Report into one of our office locations (Boston, Portland, or San Jose)
• Experience managing multiple B2B accounts including developing and executing PR plans
• Superior writing and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and time management skills
• Adept with Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office

People-centered benefits

• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision
• 20 days PTO + Birthday PTO
• 11 holidays + 1 Floating Holiday
• 401(k) with company match
• Early Fridays (“Knock-Off Fridays”)
• Weekly Wellness Hour
• Sabbatical program – 1 month after 4 years of service
• $1,000 annual Wellness & Professional Development Fund
• $400 WFH stipend to support your home setup
• Paid parental leave

Our Account Director salary ranges between $115,000 - $140,000, depending on experience and location.

We will contact all shortlisted candidates.