Strategic Corporate Affairs Account Lead

Golin Ketchum; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Golin Ketchum is seeking an Account Supervisor, Corporate Affairs to join our Executive and Employee Advisory team in a hybrid role. You will lead client programs, manage projects, and craft strategic plans for high-profile accounts across diverse industries.

You will collaborate with clients, guide leaders, and contribute to writing and editing internal and external communications while managing budgets and timelines.

Qualifications

• At least 4 years of experience in a public relations agency or similar position, preferably with some internal communications experience
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines while managing multiple projects and teams
• Detail‑oriented with the ability to multi‑task and manage priorities
• Broad‑based exposure to all skill areas, including proposal planning, writing and presentations, and media relations
• Bachelor’s degree in communications, Public Relations, Journalism, English, Marketing, or a related field preferred

Responsibilities

• Develop client programs, project management, strategic plan writing, trend reporting, financial management
• Serve as key liaison among client, account team and agency management
• Manage day-to-day account needs
• Be client-facing, continually fostering client-agency relationship to build trust and become a valuable resource to clients
• Provide guidance to clients on an ongoing basis; anticipate and address clients’ needs
• Troubleshoot clients’ problems as they arise; seek senior management input whenever appropriate
• Build understanding and knowledge of the clients’ business and their competitive environments
• Demonstrate knowledge of proactive and reactive media strategies, internal communications channels, thought leadership, and executive visibility programming
• Demonstrate proficiency in writing and editing materials including internal communications, correspondence and plans
• Strive to develop the best communication and presentation skills possible to effectively articulate ideas to clients, colleagues and others
• Manage account financials including budget development and tracking, time sheets, client billing, supplier invoicing and purchase orders
• Access agency’s network of resources to deliver greatest value to clients
• Participate in new business programming and presentations
• Stay on top of trends in the industry; bring them to the attention of clients and associates, as appropriate

Skills

Strong writing

Project management

Client-facing

Fast-paced environment

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in communications, Public Relations, Journalism, English, Marketing, or related field

Job description

Golin Ketchum is seeking an Account Supervisor, Corporate Affairs to join our Executive and Employee Advisory team in a hybrid role. You will lead client programs, manage projects, and craft strategic plans for high-profile accounts across diverse industries.

You will collaborate with clients, guide leaders, and contribute to writing and editing internal and external communications while managing budgets and timelines.