Director

Real; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual performance bonus

401(k) with company match

Generous PTO

Flexible hybrid work environment

One-month paid sabbatical

Stipend to experiment with AI tools

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Real in New York City is seeking an experienced Senior Account Director / Account Director to lead B2B technology PR programs for deep tech and enterprise clients. This hybrid role requires in-office presence on Tue, Wed, Thu.

You will manage client relationships, mentor teams, shape strategic messaging, and oversee integrated media campaigns across AI, semiconductors, fintech, and enterprise software. This is a high-visibility, growth-oriented opportunity with senior leadership collaboration.

Qualifications

• 6-12+ years of PR agency experience in B2B technology.
• Background in B2B technology communications with enterprise technology and/or deep tech clients.
• Proven success leading client relationships and account teams.
• Experience managing direct reports or mentoring junior team members.
• Strong strategic communications and messaging development skills.
• Established relationships with technology, business, and trade media.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior-level counsel to innovative deep tech and enterprise tech B2B clients.
• Develop strategic communications and messaging platforms.
• Lead integrated media relations campaigns across multiple channels.
• Build and maintain relationships with top-tier reporters and influencers.
• Manage and develop high-performing account teams.
• Collaborate with executive leadership and subject matter experts.
• Contribute to new business opportunities and agency growth initiatives.

Skills

B2B technology PR

Client relationship leadership

Strategic communications

Mentoring / team management

Deep tech / enterprise tech

Media relations

Job description

Senior Account Director / Account Director, B2B Technology PR (Deep Tech/Enterprise Tech Focus)

Location: New York City (Hybrid - 3 days/week in office: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday)

Level: Account Director or Senior Account Director (though open to folks at more junior levels and titles if they have the Deep Tech

Experience: 6-12+ years of B2B technology PR agency experience

About the Agency

We're partnering with a globally renowned communications agency that has built an exceptional reputation representing some of the world's most recognizable and innovative technology brands. The firm continues to experience impressive year-over-year growth while maintaining an outstanding culture, including a remarkable 100% employee retention rate over the past two years.

This opportunity sits within the agency's thriving New York office, a close-knit team of approximately 20 professionals. You'll enjoy the best of both worlds: the collaborative, entrepreneurial feel of a boutique office combined with the resources, infrastructure, and global client roster of a leading international agency.

The Opportunity

We're looking for an experienced B2B technology PR leader to join a growing team supporting cutting-edge enterprise and deep tech clients. This is an excellent opportunity for an established Account Director looking to step into a Senior Account Director role, or for an experienced leader seeking exposure to some of the most exciting companies shaping the future of technology.

You'll work directly with highly technical and innovative clients across sectors including AI, enterprise software, semiconductors, quantum computing, fintech, and emerging technologies, helping to develop strategic communications programs that drive business impact.

Ideal Candidate

Required Experience

• 6-12+ years of PR agency experience
• Strong background in B2B technology communications with enterprise technology and/or deep tech clients
• Proven success leading client relationships and account teams
• Previous experience managing direct reports or mentoring junior team members
• Strong strategic communications and messaging development skills
• Established relationships with technology, business, and trade media

We’d Love to Hear From You If You:

• Enjoy partnering with highly technical and innovative companies
• Thrive in a strategic, client-facing role
• Are passionate about emerging technologies and industry innovation
• Have a strong track record of securing impactful media coverage
• Enjoy mentoring teams and helping others grow
• Bring intellectual curiosity and a desire to push boundaries

Bonus Points

• Experience supporting publicly traded technology companies
• Background working with AI, semiconductor, quantum computing, cybersecurity, fintech, or other deep tech sectors

What You’ll Be Doing

• Providing senior-level counsel to innovative deep tech and enterprise tech B2B technology clients
• Developing strategic communications and messaging platforms
• Leading integrated media relations campaigns
• Building and maintaining relationships with top-tier reporters and industry influencers
• Managing and developing high-performing account teams
• Working closely with executive leadership and technical subject matter experts
• Contributing to new business opportunities and agency growth initiatives
• Annual performance bonus
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous PTO policy
• Flexible hybrid work environment
• One-month paid sabbatical as a reward for employee tenure
• Dedicated stipend to experiment with and utilize the latest AI tools
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
• Bi-annual team meetings and gatherings
• Beautiful NYC office with skyline views
• Exposure to globally recognized technology brands
• Regular access to influential technology and business leaders through industry events
• Exceptionally supportive, collaborative, and friendly team culture

Why This Role Stands Out

This is a rare opportunity to join an agency that offers both career acceleration and genuine employee satisfaction. You'll work alongside talented colleagues, advise industry-leading technology companies, and be part of a firm that has built a culture people genuinely want to stay for.

If you're a B2B tech PR professional who loves working with innovative clients and wants to join one of the industry's most respected agencies, we'd love to hear from you.