Director, B2B Tech Public Relations

Interdependence; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical/dental/vision coverage

Vacation/sick leave/holiday PTO

401(k)

Flex Friedays

Flexible remote work options

Summer Fridays

Job summary

Interdependence is seeking an experienced Account Director – B2B Technology in Chicago to lead high-performing teams and strategic communications for enterprise tech brands. Candidates should have 10+ years in PR, proven success with B2B technologies, and the ability to build client relationships. The role offers competitive benefits including medical coverage and flexible work options, perfect for strategic thinkers who excel in fast-paced environments.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of PR or communications experience, with significant agency experience in B2B technology.
• Proven success leading integrated communications programs for enterprise, SaaS, or AI clients.
• Deep understanding of the B2B tech landscape, including key media, trends, and issues shaping the industry.
• Exceptional writing, pitching, and storytelling abilities.
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing teams, budgets, and client portfolios.
• Strong presentation and client relationship‑building skills.
• Strategic thinker who can translate complex technology into compelling narratives.
• Comfortable working cross‑functionally in a fast‑paced, all‑remote environment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as senior lead for multiple B2B technology accounts, providing high‑level strategy, vision, and counsel.
• Build trusted partnerships with client executives, understanding business priorities and aligning PR strategies to drive impact.
• Oversee integrated communications programs, including thought leadership, executive visibility, product storytelling, and industry positioning.
• Anticipate challenges and provide proactive solutions to ensure long‑term client success and retention.
• Lead development of integrated media relations programs that secure meaningful, business‑impacting coverage.
• Shape executive narratives and messaging frameworks for complex technology stories.
• Cultivate relationships with top‑tier tech, trade, and business media outlets.
• Oversee production of strategic content including press releases, bylines, and thought leadership articles.
• Manage and mentor account teams to deliver high‑quality work with efficiency and precision.
• Provide direction, feedback, and guidance to ensure professional growth and career development.
• Contribute to business development efforts including proposal creation, presentations, and RFP responses.
• Identify opportunities for organic growth within existing accounts.

Skills

Strategic planning

Leadership

Public relations

Client relationship building

Storytelling

Job description

Position Overview

Interdependence is seeking a strategic and entrepreneurial Account Director – B2B Technology to lead high‑performing client teams and drive strategic communications programs for enterprise and emerging tech brands. The ideal candidate has deep agency experience, strong business acumen, and a passion for technology storytelling — from SaaS and AI to data infrastructure and cloud innovation. This role combines hands‑on client leadership, strategic planning, and operational management. The Account Director will serve as the senior day‑to‑day client contact, responsible for delivering measurable outcomes, mentoring account teams, and shaping narratives that elevate our clients’ presence in competitive B2B markets.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as senior lead for multiple B2B technology accounts, providing high‑level strategy, vision, and counsel.
• Build trusted partnerships with client executives, understanding business priorities and aligning PR strategies to drive impact.
• Oversee integrated communications programs, including thought leadership, executive visibility, product storytelling, and industry positioning.
• Anticipate challenges and provide proactive solutions to ensure long‑term client success and retention.

• Lead development of integrated media relations programs that secure meaningful, business‑impacting coverage.
• Shape executive narratives and messaging frameworks for complex technology stories.
• Cultivate relationships with top‑tier tech, trade, and business media outlets.
• Oversee production of strategic content including press releases, bylines, and thought leadership articles.

• Manage and mentor account teams to deliver high‑quality work with efficiency and precision.
• Provide direction, feedback, and guidance to ensure professional growth and career development.
• Oversee team structure, workflow, and staffing allocations across multiple clients.

• Contribute to business development efforts including proposal creation, presentations, and RFP responses.
• Identify opportunities for organic growth within existing accounts.
• Partner with senior leadership to shape best practices, improve processes, and drive overall agency excellence.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of PR or communications experience, with significant agency experience in B2B technology.
• Proven success leading integrated communications programs for enterprise, SaaS, or AI clients.
• Deep understanding of the B2B tech landscape, including key media, trends, and issues shaping the industry.
• Exceptional writing, pitching, and storytelling abilities.
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing teams, budgets, and client portfolios.
• Strong presentation and client relationship‑building skills.
• Strategic thinker who can translate complex technology into compelling narratives.
• Comfortable working cross‑functionally in a fast‑paced, all‑remote environment.

Perks

We offer a competitive benefits package—including comprehensive medical/dental/vision coverage, vacation/sick leave/holiday PTO, 401(k), Flex Friedays, flexible remote work options, and Summer Fridays.