Senior Account Executive, Technology at Ruder Finn | USA | $67K/yr – $80K/yr

Ruder Finn

Senior Account Executive, Technology

USA (On-site)

$67K/yr – $80K/yrSenior Level3+ years expFull time

Posted 1 month ago

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Job Summary

Own day-to-day media strategy and KOL placements for technology accounts while shaping client counsel and programs that connect industry issues to media opportunities.

Own day-to-day media strategy and KOL placements for technology accounts.
Own client relationship and provide proactive planning-to-reporting counsel.
Partner with senior leaders to translate industry and competitive insights into media programs.

Job Description

Responsibilities

Serve as the day-to-day media and KOL strategist, securing placements for technology accounts
Manage the day-to-day client relationship on assigned B2B technology accounts, participating in all client facing meetings and/or calls
Provides client counsel that reflects a strong understanding of key client information including industry issues and competitive marketplace as well as products and services provided by the client
Ability to work with limited supervision to manage client initiatives and requests from planning through execution and reporting
Exhibit effective project management while working closely with senior leadership within the agency
Prepare and review activity reports and status reports for clients
Serve as a true strategic partner in forwarding the client’s media goals
Develop recommendations and programs that reflect knowledge of technology media and B2B trade arenas

Requirements

3+ years’ experience in public relations, communications or related field required; B2B technology communications required
Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or a related field
Strong verbal and presentation skills with the ability to speak knowledgeable with high level executives internally and externally
Excellent writing skills, strong presentation capabilities, and proven media relations skills
Strong attention to all phases of account management and ability to proactively and effectively provide client counsel
A motivated, independent self-starter with willingness/ability to work in a client-focused, team-oriented environment
Curiosity and comfort with integrating AI tools into communications and workflows

Ruder Finn

Ruder Finn is one of the world’s largest independent global communications and creative agencies. Founded in 1948, Ruder Finn has defined and redefined PR for 75 years, shaping communications that move industry-defining brands, companies, and leaders from what’s now to what’s next. Ruder Finn provides clients with bold communications strategies based on a global perspective and localized market knowledge that redefine leadership, reimagine the marketplace, and rethink customer experiences. The agency is organized around five core areas of expertise—Healthcare, Technology, Commerce, Leadership and Workplace—with AI-powered creative hub RF Studio53 and tech incubator RF TechLab providing cutting-edge predictive analytics, breakthrough creative, and customer-focused digital engagement. Ruder Finn has offices across 3 continents including the U.S., Asia and Europe. Wholly owned agencies within Ruder Finn Group include: Ruder Finn Inc., RF Studio53, RF Engage, Touchdown, Peppercomm, RF Comunicad, Mantis, jacobstahl, RF Bloom. For more information visit www.ruderfinn.com.+++At Ruder Finn we value integrity and transparency in our recruitment process. We have become aware of fraudulent actors impersonating our company on platforms like Telegram and similar communication platforms, falsely claiming to conduct job interviews. We want to clarify unequivocally: We Never Charge for Job Interviews or Ask for Your Financial Information: Our recruitment process does not involve any form of payment from candidates at any stage. If you’re being asked for payment or your financial information, it is not us! All our job-related communications come exclusively from our official email addresses (ending with @ruderfinn.com). If you are contacted for an interview or a job offer and have doubts about its legitimacy, or if you have any other questions, please contact us via our official website or official LinkedIn channel.

Founded in 1948

New York, New York, USA

920 employees (158 in marketing)

www.linkedin.com/company/ruder-finn