Assistant Account Executive

US001 Daniel J. Edelman, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

medical and dental insurance

vision

401K

life insurance

disability insurance

paid time off

travel assistance

wellness programing

Job summary

Edelman is seeking Assistant Account Executives (AAEs) to gain hands-on experience across communications and advisory disciplines, supporting brand marketing, corporate reputation, crisis, and public affairs. You will join enterprise technology-focused teams, helping to explain AI topics and infrastructure to diverse audiences.

You’ll develop skills in research, writing, stakeholder engagement, and media relations while collaborating with creative, analytics, digital, and strategy colleagues.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
• Strong writing, editing, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to evolving needs.

Responsibilities

• Client Service & Account Support: Deliver high-quality client service support by preparing reports, maintaining trackers, organizing logistics, and ensuring materials are ready for meetings and calls.
• Research, Media & Insights: Monitor and analyze media coverage and policy-related developments; build familiarity with client industries and policy environments.
• Content Development & Communications Support: Draft and edit press releases, reports, and briefings; support event coordination and digital channel understanding.
• Integrated Collaboration: Work with cross-functional teams to deliver cohesive, integrated work and understand clients’ objectives.
• Professional Growth: Participate in Edelman learning programs and build a reputation as a dependable team member.

Skills

Strong writing

Research

Project management

Media engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

We are in relentless pursuit of an equitable and inspiring workplace that is respectful of all, reflects and represents the world in which we live, and fosters trust, collaboration and belonging. Consistent with this approach, we hire the best qualified candidates for all positions.

About the Edelman Associate Practice

The Edelman Associate Practice is the foundation of our client service talent and the launchpad for early-career professionals who want to shape the future of communications. Bringing together emerging talent across communications, public affairs, and advisory disciplines, the practice is designed to develop well-rounded, integrated practitioners from day one. Associates contribute meaningfully to client work across industries and sectors—building strong fundamentals in research, writing, project management, and media engagement—while gaining exposure to diverse clients and capabilities. Rather than being confined to a single track at the start of their careers, Associates are empowered to explore, collaborate across teams, and discover where their interests and strengths can make the greatest impact. Rooted in community and driven by growth, the Associate Practice combines hands‑on client experience with structured development, peer connection, and dedicated leadership support. As the industry evolves, so does the role—blending operational excellence with increasing strategic contribution and AI‑enabled innovation. Associates learn not only how to execute exceptional work, but how to think critically, solve complex problems, and build the judgment and confidence that define Edelman excellence. This is more than a first step in your career—it’s an opportunity to grow alongside a connected cohort, contribute to transformative client work, and help redefine what modern communications looks like.

About the Role

Assistant Account Executives (AAEs) are early‑career professionals gaining hands‑on experience across communications and advisory disciplines. They support account teams in day‑to‑day client work spanning brand marketing, corporate reputation, crisis and issues, B2B marketing, workplace advisory, health, technology, impact, and public affairs. AAEs are client‑centric, detail‑oriented communicators who contribute to research, content development, stakeholder engagement, media relations, and project coordination. They learn and apply Edelman’s standards for excellence in client service, collaboration, and integrated marketing, developing the skills to become reliable and trusted team members across practices. In this role, you will primarily work in the enterprise technology space, with a focus on topics including artificial intelligence (AI) and AI infrastructure. You’ll help teams communicate complex technology topics in clear, compelling ways while building your knowledge of the companies, technologies, media landscape and trends shaping the industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Client Service & Account Support Deliver high‑quality client service support by preparing reports, maintaining trackers, organizing logistics, and ensuring materials are ready for meetings and calls. Demonstrate strong fundamentals in research, writing, editing, and proofreading to ensure accuracy and clarity. Support seamless execution by following briefs, managing deadlines, and maintaining action trackers to ensure on‑time delivery. Contribute to stakeholder engagement programs by assisting with outreach coordination, logistics, and follow‑up communications.
• Research, Media & Insights Monitor and analyze traditional, digital, and policy‑related developments, including media coverage, political announcements, and competitor activity. Conduct research to inform briefings, stakeholder maps, and policy or market analyses. Build familiarity with client industries, key publications, and relevant policy environments to support informed recommendations. Apply research and team insights to complete assignments with accuracy and context.
• Content Development & Communications Support Draft and edit materials such as press releases, client reports, stakeholder briefings, talking points, and meeting summaries. Develop biographical and policy backgrounders to support client interactions or advocacy campaigns. Research, outline, write, edit, proofread, and reference materials as appropriate. Support event coordination, including parliamentary engagements, panels, product launches, and media activations. Develop a foundational understanding of digital and social channels and how they complement communications and public affairs strategies.
• Integrated Collaboration Engage with cross‑functional colleagues across creative, analytics, digital, paid media, creator, and strategy teams to deliver cohesive, integrated work. Build awareness of Edelman’s multidisciplinary capabilities—from policy advisory and corporate reputation to creative storytelling and data‑driven insights. Strengthen consultative thinking by developing an understanding of clients’ businesses, objectives, and external landscapes (including media, stakeholder, and policy environments).
• Professional Growth Actively participate in Edelman learning programs and internal networking opportunities to broaden exposure to different practices. Demonstrate curiosity, reliability, and a growth mindset by seeking and applying feedback constructively. Build a reputation as a dependable team member who delivers accurate, thoughtful work under guidance.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required.

Preferred Qualifications

Internship or relevant experience in communications, public affairs, or related disciplines (e.g., research, consulting, media, or government). Strong writing, editing, organizational, and interpersonal skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to evolving needs. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with social media platforms. Demonstrated accountability, curiosity, and commitment to client service excellence.

$40,000 - $52,000 per year #LI-PP1

An employee’s pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, travel requirements, revenue‑based metrics, any contractual agreements, and business or organizational needs. The range listed is just one component of DJEH’s total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, a Paid Time Off policy, and region‑specific benefits.

Benefits

• medical and dental insurance
• vision
• 401K
• life insurance
• disability insurance
• paid time off
• travel assistance
• wellness programing

DJ EH is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and believes in diversity, equity, and inclusion. We seek applications from all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, physical or mental disability, military and veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. If you require a reasonable accommodation in any part of the employment process, please let us know.

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Since Dan Edelman founded the firm in 1952, we have remained an independent, family‑run business, and our culture is one that brings understanding, collaboration, and respect to our work and to each other. Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) transform our colleagues, our clients, and our communities, and propel us forward as a company. At Edelman, we are in relentless pursuit of a fair and inspiring workplace that is respectful to all, reflects and represents the world in which we live, and fosters trust and collaboration. Each day and on each project, we strive to ensure that our colleagues feel a sense of true inclusion and belonging and can bring their best to their work— taking action and shaping impactful moments and movements within our company, on behalf of our clients, and within communities around the globe.

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