Associate Director, PR & Communications

Nickerson Company, Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible, remote work options

Flexible PTO

401K plan with matching

Disability and life insurance paid 100% by company

Paid participation in industry organizations

Commitment to career enhancement and training

Job summary

A public relations agency is seeking an Associate Director for PR & Communications, responsible for developing and executing strategies for client-partners. Candidates should have over 6 years of experience in public relations and exemplary communication skills. The role offers a flexible remote work environment with competitive compensation ranging from $95,000 to $105,000. The agency values diversity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of public relations experience or related field.
• Proven record of placing clients in top tier media channels.
• Demonstrated ability to manage external communications.

Responsibilities

• Develop PR and communications strategies for clients.
• Serve as Account Lead and main contact for client-partners.
• Manage account budgets and monitor forecasts.

Skills

Writing and critical-thinking abilities

Client management

Media relations campaign development

Project management software (e.g. Asana, Monday)

CRM management (ideally Salesforce)

Job description

As Associate Director, PR & Communications, you will be responsible for the strategic development and execution of PR and communications initiatives across Nickerson’s client-partners. You will also be responsible for promotion of yourself and the agency through the maintenance of multiple leadership roles in industry organizations, and regular participation and attendance at industry/learning events.

Responsibilities:

Client Management

• Develop PR and communications strategies for Nickerson client-partners, overseeing Nickerson’s execution and implementation of those strategies
• Serve as Account Lead and primary contact point for client-partner accounts
  • Oversee achievement of client-partner goals so they are met monthly
  • Manage all strategic initiatives on behalf of client-partners, overseeing team’s execution
  • Ensure accuracy of reporting, providing strategic oversight
  • Demonstrate client-partner satisfaction through no turnover on client-partner accounts managed, and advise when challenges with client-partner accounts occur
  • Manage account budgets, monitoring Forecast
• Serve as main point of contact for client-partners during crises, including providing onsite strategic support when appropriate
• Manage direct reports and be responsible for overall health of greater team
• Oversee team adherence to company systems and best practices
• Support agency’s hiring efforts for team growth
• Source and close business development opportunities (at least one (1) a year)
• Advise and execute upon the strategic promotion of Nickerson (e.g. strategic development, promotion, writing, etc.)
• Hold leadership role in at least one (1) industry organization
• Attend at least four (4) networking events monthly

The ideal candidate will have:

• Demonstrated exemplary writing and critical‑thinking abilities
• A proven record of placing clients in top tier media channels
• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage external communications, public affairs, and media relations campaign development
• 6+ years of public relations experience or related field within the industry
• Demonstrated ability to lead client-partner accounts
• A willingness to represent the agency at networking events, through professional memberships
• The ability to adapt and add value within a highly innovative agency
• Previous experience with project management software (e.g. Asana, Monday, etc.)
• Experience managing a CRM (ideally Salesforce)

Location and Travel:

Team member will work fully remotely with some anticipated travel to client-partners, industry events, etc.

Candidates must be based in Boston.

Compensation:

$95,000-$105,000

• Flexible, remote work options
• Flexible PTO
• 401K plan with matching
• Short- and long-term disability, life insurance paid 100% by company
• Paid participation in industry organizations
• Commitment to career enhancement, coaching, skill training, and certification opportunities
• Corporate support for your charitable efforts
• Nickerson is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace

We are committed to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive professional environment. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply, and value each team member’s unique perspectives, recognizing they make our team stronger!

Nickerson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.