Public Relations Account Manager

Newburyport, MA (Hybrid)

$85K/yr – $95K/yrSenior Level5+ years expFull time

Posted 3 months ago

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Job Summary

Drive client PR programs for multiple tech-focused accounts, leading strategy, execution, and team delivery.

  • Must-have: 5+ years in public relations at an agency with multi-client management
  • Standout: Budget oversight and mentorship across account teams while contributing to new business

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute proactive PR and social media strategies to raise client visibility across media and social channels
  • Plan and implement PR activities including product launches, reviews, analyst relations, awards, and speaker bureau opportunities
  • Become an expert on clients’ business and landscape; provide strategic recommendations and creative ideas
  • Ensure the account team delivers on the client’s program and maintains high service levels
  • Build strong senior-level client relations, identify issues, and drive program success
  • Lead and mentor account teams, ensuring delivery of all program deliverables and staff development
  • Manage budget and allocate staff resources effectively
  • Participate in new business, upsell opportunities, and RFP contributions to support revenue goals

Requirements

  • 5+ years’ experience in public relations in an agency setting
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant business experience
  • Preferred experience with B2B tech and cybersecurity
  • Proven ability to manage multiple clients and junior team members
  • Ability to oversee overall communication programs and targeted product launches
  • Track record of leading successful, measurable PR and social media programs
  • A desire to work in a fast-moving, team-oriented environment with multiple clients
  • Creative and results-oriented approach to work
  • Strong writing skills with experience creating messaging, press releases, blogs, byline articles
  • Exceptional presentation and communication skills

    Benefits

    • Exceptional company culture with monthly events and rewards
    • Comprehensive time-off plan for work-life balance
    • Competitive salaries with long-term growth potential
    • Robust health, dental, and vision plans
    • Inclusive programs and employee resource groups
    • Paid volunteer time through Helping Hands
    • Matter Wellness program with extracurricular activities
    • Employee referral program with bonuses
    • Other benefits like 401K, pet insurance, FSA, and parental leave
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    Matter Communications

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    Your vision deserves results. At Matter, we believe every idea deserves to be expressed with clarity, creativity and impact. With award-winning PR supported by high-impact marketing and creative, we partner with brands to spark meaningful connections and drive measurable results.

    Founded in 2003
    Boston, Massachusetts, USA
    152 employees (63 in marketing)
    49% recommend to a friend
    86% CEO approval

    Traffic Signals

    Monthly Visitors
    8.4K
    Monthly Google Ads Budget
    $243.3K
    Traffic Source Mix
    Search
    43.7%
    Direct
    40.9%
    Referral
    8.9%
    Social
    4.9%
    Paid
    1.5%

    Headcount Trend

    Current headcount: ~152

    Marketing Team

    Marketing Team Size
    55 (36% of company)
    Marketing Roles Posted (Last 30 Days)
    1

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