Senior Account Executive - Strategic Communications

Capstone Hill Search; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

A leading strategic communications firm in New York is seeking a Senior Account Executive to manage high-profile client engagements. This role involves drafting communications, conducting media monitoring, and mentoring junior team members. Candidates should have 2–4 years of experience in corporate communications and a strong grasp of financial PR principles. The position offers a competitive salary of $85,000 - $95,000, plus bonuses, with a hybrid work schedule.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of experience in corporate communications or financial PR.
• Minimum of 1 year in an agency or strategic firm.
• Direct exposure to M&A, crisis communications or public affairs.

Responsibilities

• Support client engagements involving M&A and litigation.
• Draft content for press releases and executive remarks.
• Conduct media monitoring and research to inform counsel.

Skills

Corporate communications

Financial Public Relations

Investor relations

Crisis communications

Media pitching

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Senior Account Executive - Strategic Communications

Senior Account Executive - Strategic Communications

This range is provided by Capstone Hill Search . Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$85,000.00/yr - $95,000.00/yr

Senior Account Executive – Strategic Communications

Manhattan, New York

Join a dynamic, high-performing strategic communications firm that advises clients through complex, high-stakes moments. As the first call for C-suite leaders and boards navigating change, challenges, and critical issues, the firm is seeking a communications professional with strong corporate and financial experience and an understanding of how to engage diverse stakeholders effectively.

Senior Account Executive Responsibilities:

• Support high-profile client engagements involving M&A, shareholder activism, litigation, management transitions, regulatory investigations, and other complex business and reputational issues
• Contribute to the development and execution of strategic communications plans, ensuring alignment with client goals and stakeholder expectations
• Draft content including press releases, investor and employee communications, executive remarks, and media Q&As tailored to sensitive and fast-moving situations
• Conduct in-depth research and media monitoring to inform client counsel, anticipate reputational risks, and identify strategic opportunities
• Pitch national and trade media, assist with crafting narratives, and help secure impactful coverage
• Work closely with internal teams and senior advisors to drive timelines, manage deliverables, and maintain quality control
• Mentor junior team members and collaborate on firm-wide initiatives, including new business proposals and pitch presentations

Senior Account Executive Requirements:

• 2–4 years of experience in corporate communications, financial PR, investor relations, or capital markets
• Minimum of 1 year working in an agency / strategic firm environment
• Direct exposure to at least two of the following areas: M&A, crisis communications, shareholder activism, public affairs, restructuring, investor relations, or litigation support
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with experience drafting memos, speeches, thought leadership content, and press releases
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable working under tight deadlines
• Working knowledge of digital and social media platforms
• Bachelor's degree required

We’re seeking motivated, intellectually curious professionals who thrive in fast-paced, collaborative settings and are eager to grow within a firm that values mentorship, transparency, and career development.

Location: New York

Office Schedule: Hybrid

Salary Range: $85K - $95K base (+ bonus)

Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply by clicking the ‘Apply’ link.

Please note that due to the high value of applicants, if you have not heard from Capstone Hill Search then you, unfortunately, have not been selected for this role.

Capstone Hill Search: public relations, public affairs, digital, corporate communications, stakeholder, government & investor relations. Working across North America, UK & Europe, the Middle East, Asia and Australia.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Public Relations and Writing/Editing

• Industries

  Public Relations and Communications Services and Financial Services

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

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