Account Executive, Issues & Crisis

Ketchum; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading public relations agency located in Chicago, Illinois is seeking an Account Executive for its North America Issues/Crisis Management Team. The role involves client counseling, managing budgets, and crisis preparedness, requiring a Bachelor's degree and 2-3 years of agency experience. The position offers hybrid work options and a robust benefits program.

Benefits

Hybrid Workplace

Paid maternity/paternity leave

Tuition reimbursement

Monthly Cell Phone & Wi-Fi reimbursement

Qualifications

• 2-3 years experience in public relations agency or similar position.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Build understanding of clients’ businesses.
• Contribute to development of account plans.
• Counsel clients through basic issues management.

Skills

Client media monitoring

Crisis management

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or related field

Job description

Overview

Ketchum is looking to add an Account Executive to their dynamic North America Issues/Crisis Management Team!

About the Job

• Build understanding and knowledge of the clients’ businesses and their competitive environments

• Actively participate/contribute to the development of account plans/ideas.

• Demonstrate knowledge of client media monitoring process and be able to efficiently conduct/review on a daily basis

• Demonstrate ability to effectively develop a full range of written materials consisting of and not limited to: standby statements, question & answer documents, issues analyses, position papers, client correspondence, and reports

• Independently implement defined crisis preparedness projects

• Counsel clients through basic issues management and crisis response situations

• Some day-to-day client contact through written and direct counsel on basic issues situations enlisting senior counsel on tough issues when appropriate

• Foster client-agency relationship to build trust and become a valuable resource to our clients

• Facilitate teamwork by delegating and involving junior staff members whenever possible

• Take on lead responsibility for all aspects of budget management and client billing/administration

• Seek counsel from financial manager to be able to review financial reports, project budgets, and related financial materials

• Develop an understanding of various research methods; coordinate internal and external resources in implementing research projects

• Assist senior management in developing proposals and gathering information for new business opportunities

Qualifications

Any combination of education and experience providing the required skills and knowledge for successful performance would qualify. Typical qualifications would be equivalent to:

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, English, Marketing or a related field preferred

• Two to three years of experience in public relations agency or similar position

• Ability to work in multi-faceted, fast-paced environment

The salary range for this position is $62,500 - $68,000. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, education, years of experience, past training, skills and abilities of applicant, internal equity and local geographic market data. A range of medical, dental, vision, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and/or other benefits also are available. #LI-Hybrid

What We Offer

• Hybrid Workplace: Three days a week in the office

• Robust benefits program, effective within 30 days of hire

• Paid maternity/paternity leave

• Family Forming Benefits

• Employee Recognition Program

• Generous paid time off includes vacation, wellness, and extended holiday schedule

• Various development opportunities to enhance personal and professional life

• Tuition reimbursement

• Monthly Cell Phone & Wi-Fi reimbursement

Interested? We’ve got an opportunity for you.

Ketchum is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sex stereotyping, pregnancy (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, ancestry, medical condition, marital status, military or veteran status, alienage, citizenship status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected class under federal, state or local laws.