Global Communications Assistant Account Executive (AI-Driven)

bursonglobalcareers; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Burson, part of WPP, is seeking an Assistant Account Executive to join our Global Marketing & Communications team in Chicago. This early-career role supports senior leaders and collaborates across creative, digital, operations, disciplines and markets to deliver integrated programs that advance Burson's brand and client work.

You'll assist with external communications, media management and events, helping to translate messages for different audiences, draft content, track trends and support

Qualifications

• Early-career communicator eager to help develop a brand from the inside out.
• Ability to draft and edit content packages for earned media.

Responsibilities

• External Communications: draft content, tailor messaging for audiences across markets, review materials to align with brand voice, propose ideas and manage multiple workstreams.
• Media Management: assist with AI-enabled monitoring tools, track coverage, surface narratives, build journalist/beats maps, draft pitches and coordinate follow-ups.
• Events and External Marketing: coordinate events, manage timelines and guest lists, support campaigns from conception to launch, liaise with cross-functional teams to ensure delivery.

Job description

Burson, part of WPP, is seeking an Assistant Account Executive to join our Global Marketing & Communications team in Chicago. This early-career role supports senior leaders and collaborates across creative, digital, operations, disciplines and markets to deliver integrated programs that advance Burson's brand and client work.

You'll assist with external communications, media management and events, helping to translate messages for different audiences, draft content, track trends and support