Strategic PR Account Lead

Laughlin Constable; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Laughlin Constable in Milwaukee is seeking an Account Executive for our Public Relations team. You’ll advance client work from proposals through execution, guiding internal teams under senior leadership and helping manage budgets, timelines, and measurable results.

You’ll strengthen relationships through proactive strategy and strong storytelling, contributing to organic growth and new business opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in PR or related field.
• 3–5 years of progressive agency/communications experience.
• Strong understanding of strategic communications planning and evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and execution of integrated PR projects from proposals to results.
• Own key workstreams including strategy memos, presentations, media materials and negotiations.
• Identify client opportunities and communicate thoughtful ideas and recommendations.
• Help manage budgets, timelines, and measures of value or return.
• Lead internal and client meetings with clear follow-up and accountability.
• Build media relationships and translate developments into client opportunities.
• Lead event research, vendor coordination, and onsite execution.
• Guide less-experienced team members on smaller assignments.

Skills

Account management

Public relations

Budget management

Client relations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Public Relations

Tools

Microsoft Office

Muck Rack

Canva

Adobe

Microsoft Copilot

Job description

Laughlin Constable in Milwaukee is seeking an Account Executive for our Public Relations team. You’ll advance client work from proposals through execution, guiding internal teams under senior leadership and helping manage budgets, timelines, and measurable results.

You’ll strengthen relationships through proactive strategy and strong storytelling, contributing to organic growth and new business opportunities.