Account Executive

Burson; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 35,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Burson, part of WPP, is seeking an Account Executive to support integrated health and wellness programs for pharmaceutical brands. This role is ideal for someone early in their career eager to build experience across earned media, corporate and brand communications within a global PR agency.

You will collaborate with account leadership and teams in media relations, creative, strategy, and digital to deliver high-quality programs that meet client objectives while upholding healthcare

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in public relations, communications, or account management, ideally within an agency environment.
• Exposure to or strong interest in health, wellness, pharmaceutical, or life sciences communications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex or regulated information into clear, compelling narratives.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
• Comfort working in a fast‑paced, collaborative, client‑service environment.
• Experience supporting or working within cross‑functional teams, including media relations, creative, and digital.
• Familiarity with healthcare regulations, FDA guidelines, or MLR review processes is strongly preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) and basic project management tools.
• A proactive, solutions‑oriented mindset with a willingness to learn and grow within a global agency environment.
• Desire to work in a diverse and inclusive organization and actively contribute to team culture, training opportunities, and employee resource groups.

Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day management of integrated health and wellness accounts, with a primary focus on pharmaceutical clients, ensuring work is delivered on time, on strategy, and to the highest quality standards.
• Assist in the planning and execution of comprehensive communications programs, including earned media, corporate communications, brand storytelling, executive visibility, product communications, and issues management.
• Draft, edit, and proofread a wide range of client materials such as press releases, media pitches, briefing documents, backgrounders, fact sheets, Q&As, presentations, internal communications, and campaign recaps.
• Coordinate project workflows across internal teams including media relations, creative, strategy, digital, and analytics, to ensure seamless integration and alignment across channels.
• Monitor media coverage, industry trends, and competitor activity; support the development of media reports and insights that inform ongoing strategy.
• Help maintain strong client relationships through responsiveness, attention to detail, and proactive problem‑solving.

Skills

Public relations

Communication

Time management

Cross-functional teamwork

MS Office

FDA familiarity

Tools

Project management tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Burson, part of WPP, is the global communications leader built to create value for clients through reputation. With highly specialized teams, industry-leading technologies and breakthrough creative, we help brands and businesses redefine reputation as a competitive advantage so they can lead today and into the future. When you work at Burson, you are part of a global community of lifelong learners who thrive at the edge of innovation.

WPP (LSE/NYSE: WPP) is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. We unitecutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counselin a single company –powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open,to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. For more information, visit WPP.com

Burson is seeking an Account Executive to support integrated communications programs for our health and wellness clients, with a strong focus on pharmaceutical brands. This role is ideal for someone early in their career who is eager to build experience across earned media, corporate and brand communications, campaigns, and client engagement within a global PR agency environment. The Account Executive will work closely with account leadership and cross-functional teams including media relations, creative, strategy, and digital to help deliver high-quality, integrated programs that support client business objectives and uphold the highest standards of healthcare communications.

What you'll do:

• Support the day-to-day management of integrated health and wellness accounts, with a primary focus on pharmaceutical clients, ensuring work is delivered on time, on strategy, and to the highest quality standards.
• Assist in the planning and execution of comprehensive communications programs, including earned media, corporate communications, brand storytelling, executive visibility, product communications, and issues management.
• Draft, edit, and proofread a wide range of client materials such as press releases, media pitches, briefing documents, backgrounders, fact sheets, Q&As, presentations, internal communications, and campaign recaps.
• Coordinate project workflows across internal teams including media relations, creative, strategy, digital, and analytics, to ensure seamless integration and alignment across channels.
• Manage timelines, trackers, and status reports to keep account leads informed and projects moving efficiently.
• Support Medical, Legal, and Regulatory (MLR) review processes by preparing materials, submitting documents, tracking feedback, and managing approvals in compliance with FDA and client requirements.
• Participate in client calls and meetings, assisting with agenda development, note-taking, action items, and follow‑up communications.
• Monitor media coverage, industry trends, and competitor activity; support the development of media reports and insights that inform ongoing strategy.
• Help maintain strong client relationships through responsiveness, attention to detail, and proactive problem‑solving.
• Stay current on healthcare, pharmaceutical, and wellness trends, as well as evolving communications best practices, to contribute informed ideas and perspectives to the team.

Experience that contributes to success:

• 1–2 years of experience in public relations, communications, or account management, ideally within an agency environment.
• Exposure to or strong interest in health, wellness, pharmaceutical, or life sciences communications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex or regulated information into clear, compelling narratives.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
• Comfort working in a fast‑paced, collaborative, client‑service environment.
• Experience supporting or working within cross‑functional teams, including media relations, creative, and digital.
• Familiarity with healthcare regulations, FDA guidelines, or MLR review processes is strongly preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) and basic project management tools.
• A proactive, solutions‑oriented mindset with a willingness to learn and grow within a global agency environment.
• Desire to work in a diverse and inclusive organization and actively contribute to team culture, training opportunities, and employee resource groups.

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Burson is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.

The base salary for this position at the time of this posting may range between:

$35,000 — $75,000 USD

You belong at Burson:

Our vision is for Burson to be the leading ‘academy company’ for creative communications professionals and emerging leaders. We provide a dynamic environment where ambitious colleagues come to elevate their skills, expand their networks, and ultimately, produce the best solutions for today’s leading brands. Our commitment to your growth is reflected in our robust benefits and people programs, which include professional development opportunities, mentorship programs with industry leaders, a vibrant and inclusive company culture fostering collaboration and innovation and packages designed to reward and retain top talent. We invest in our people because we believe their success is our success.

At Burson, we’re an agency of learn‑it‑alls. We recognize that the things we do best, creativity and communications, require a level of nuanced understanding. That’s why it’s imperative for us to hire extraordinarily talented people of all backgrounds and identities. Without that we can’t do the essential work of inspiring bold ideas, fostering constructive dialogue, cultivating meaningful experiences, and driving innovation and creativity for our partners. Your unique point of view—your talent—is what makes you a #BursonPerson, and it’s how we deliver exceptional results for our clients, together.

We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.