Job Description
FleishmanHillard San Francisco, a global integrated communications agency is looking for an Assistant Account Executive to join its growing Corporate Affairs Practice. This position will work with our clients on integrated programs encompassing earned media, executive and employee communications, messaging and monitoring, research, and event planning. Our expertise and clients span across energy, financial services, gaming, technology and more; this role will have an emphasis on helping our corporate affairs clients and FH teams with daily needs.
FleishmanHillard values the importance of impact and inclusion to strengthen the bonds between us, grow our people and create spaces for everyone to thrive. We stay true to our commitment to our people and the communities in which we live and work. As part of our ongoing effort to be the world’s most inclusive agency, we are committed to seeking candidates who possess and demonstrate a profound interest in furthering our impact and inclusion goals.
Responsibilities
- Assist with day-to-day activities for our corporate affairs clients and FH teams to execute communications programs that embrace all areas of corporate communications, including leadership storytelling, traditional, social and new media, executive and employee communications, and crisis/issues management.
- Build and maintain media lists. Help with media monitoring, tracking and reporting processes across accounts.
- Pitch media and foster relationships with a variety of reporters.
- Draft content for a range of internal and external audiences, press releases, memos, research, and media materials.
- Assist with client services support, including meeting agendas, billing assistance, and project coordination.
Qualifications:
- Six months to 1 year of experience in a communications-focused role with an emphasis on communications and public relations. Experience working in corporate affairs is a plus.
- Attention to detail, including deadlines, is a must.
- Strong writing capabilities.
- Openness to feedback and learning.
- General understanding or willingness to learn the format of various types of content for corporate communications.
- Multitasker, self-starter, proactive, problem solver, ability to work effectively in a fast-paced team environment.
- A personal interest in corporate affairs – are you curious about reputation building, recovery and response? Are you wanting to develop experience in financial and multi-stakeholder communications? Do you enjoy working on a major issue and/or crisis situation to assist our teams and clients?
Our Story
FleishmanHillard specializes in public relations, reputation management, public affairs, brand marketing, digital strategy, social engagement and content strategy. FleishmanHillard was named 2020, 2021 and 2022 Campaign Global PR Agency of the Year; 2023 ICCO Large Agency of the Year – The Americas; 2022 and 2023 PRWeek U.S. Agency of the Year; 2022 and 2023 PRWeek U.S. Outstanding Extra-Large Agency of the Year; 2023 Campaign US PR Agency of the Year; 2021 PRovoke APAC Consultancy of the Year; and 2021 PRWeek UK Large Consultancy of the Year. FleishmanHillard is part of Omnicom PR Group and has nearly 80 offices in more than 30 countries, plus affiliates in 45 countries.
FleishmanHillard offers a hybrid work model, and seeks employees who are comfortable working in the office for a portion of their workweek. We value the collaboration and camaraderie that in-person interactions provide, but also understand the importance of flexibility and balance in our employees’ lives. As such, we are open to discuss various work arrangements that accommodate individual needs and circumstances, including flexible scheduling and alternative work arrangements. Our goal is to foster a productive and inclusive work environment where all employees can thrive, both in and out of the office.
FleishmanHillard is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sex stereotyping, pregnancy (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, ancestry, medical condition, marital status, military or veteran status, alienage, citizenship status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected class under federal, state or local laws. Please do not contact the office directly to apply – only resumes submitted through this website will be considered. If you need assistance reviewing career opportunities or completing an application, please email our careers team or call 314-982-1700 and ask to be connected to Talent Development.
The anticipated salary range for the Assistant Account Executive level $58,000-67,000.
Salary is based on a range of factors that include relevant experience, knowledge, skills, other job-related qualifications and geography. A range of medical, dental, vision, 401(k) matching, paid time off and/or other benefits also are available.
