Strategic Account Director — Brand Purpose & Reputation

We. Communications; New York (NY); On-site; USD 113,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan with company匹配

Paid time off and holidays

Wellness programs

Job summary

We. is seeking an Account Director for Corporate Reputation and Brand Purpose in the U.S. and New York area.

You will lead senior-level client relationships, shape strategic communications, and coordinate multi‑discipline teams across executive, financial, crisis and sustainability programs. You’ll drive storytelling, measurement, and reporting for high-profile campaigns, while mentoring staff and contributing to new business and thought leadership initiatives.

Qualifications

• 5–7+ years of experience in communications, marketing or media, including 4+ years of management experience.
• Experience in business, agriculture and sustainability media.
• Organized project management coordinating day-to-day with clients, contractors and partners.
• Experience with sustainability, ESG, CSR, social impact or related corporate reporting.
• Experience using AI and modern analytics to support communications programs.
• Experience working in agriculture, food, financial services or purpose-led communications.
• Ability to gather insights from research to inform strategic recommendations.
• Strong presentation and consulting skills for executive audiences.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with ability to craft narratives and messaging.
• Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing teams in fast-paced environments.
• Knowledge of AI tools and their uses in communications.

Responsibilities

• Build senior-level relationships with media and influencers and identify opportunities for clients.
• Shape and share stories and pitches across earned and owned channels, drawing on sector experience.
• Be a trusted partner to clients, offering clear counsel and proactive guidance.
• Lead strategy and execution across projects, launches, events, and news cycles.
• Manage timelines, deliverables, budgets, and cross-functional coordination.
• Translate research and industry knowledge into actionable recommendations.
• Ensure accurate, high-quality reporting for senior audiences.
• Mentor junior team members and support their development and performance.
• Contribute to staffing, hiring, and onboarding, involving senior leaders when needed.
• Develop new business ideas and help lead proposals and thought leadership.

Skills

Media relations

Project management

Storytelling

Client relationships

Strategic communications

Leadership

Presentation skills

AI tools

ESG experience

Job description

We. is seeking an Account Director for Corporate Reputation and Brand Purpose in the U.S. and New York area.

You will lead senior-level client relationships, shape strategic communications, and coordinate multi‑discipline teams across executive, financial, crisis and sustainability programs. You’ll drive storytelling, measurement, and reporting for high-profile campaigns, while mentoring staff and contributing to new business and thought leadership initiatives.