Account Executive, Public Relations (Financial Services)

District of Columbia, USA (Hybrid)

$54K/yr – $62K/yrMid Level2+ years expFull time

Posted 8 days ago

Job Description

Responsibilities

Support day-to-day contact for client teams and help manage project timelines and deliverables.
Participate in client calls and contribute to status updates, coverage reports, and next-step planning.
Support program execution across media relations, awards, speaking, and thought leadership campaigns.
Research industry trends, competitors, and breaking news to identify media or commentary opportunities.
Support media outreach efforts by building and maintaining journalist lists and researching new opportunities.
Draft and send high-quality media pitches and press materials that align with client goals.
Help monitor and report on media coverage and trends in business, finance, and financial services.
Assist in developing and managing clients’ social media and amplification strategies, especially on LinkedIn.
Draft and edit PR materials, including press releases, pitches, blogs, bios, and award submissions.
Translate complex business or financial topics into clear, engaging stories.

Requirements

2–3 years of PR or communications experience, in an agency environment
Familiarity or interest in financial services, insurtech, or banking industries
Strong writing and editing skills across a variety of formats
A growing network of media contacts and enthusiasm for media relations
Excellent organization and attention to detail
A proactive, flexible, and collaborative attitude

Preferred

Familiarity with analytics and reporting tools (a plus)

Benefits

Competitive salary with merit-based opportunities for growth
Flexible hybrid work model tailored to your schedule and lifestyle
Generous vacation policy, including extended summer and winter breaks
Early log-off on Fridays through our Empower Hours program
401(k) plan with employer matching
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus FSA options
Paid parental leave benefits
Commuter benefits
Annual Growth Mindset stipend for books, events, or learning experiences
Monthly technology reimbursement

Highwire

Highwire is a strategic marketing communications agency built at the intersection of innovation and industry.We help ambitious brands navigate complexity, lead markets, and grow with purpose. With integrated capabilities across strategic marketing communications, creative, and insights, we bring clarity where there’s noise – and influence where it matters most.Our team operates at the speed of change, delivering bold ideas and measurable impact across B2B tech, healthcare, cybersecurity, energy, financial services, and beyond.Whether you’re preparing for IPO, entering a new market, or reshaping your category, we’re the partner that helps you rise above.Highwire. Above all.

San Francisco, California, USA

184 employees (40 in marketing)

www.teamhighwire.com

Salaries

Posted range

$54K/yr – $62K/yr

Taken straight from the job posting.

The middle of this range ($58K) is in line with the median base salary for Public Relations Associate roles in the United States ($60K).

Public Relations Associate median pay in the United States

$60K/yr

Most pay falls between $48K and $64K. Based on 25 salaries.

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Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size

33 (18% of company)

Median Career Experience

8.5 years

Median Tenure

2.5 years

Marketing Roles Posted (Last 30 Days)

People

Marketing Leadership

Celeste Balboni

Marketing Manager

At the company for 2 years 5 months

Funding

Last Raise

Private Equity, 4 years ago

Funding History

Sep 2022
Private Equity

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors

9.4K

Traffic Source Mix

38.4%

Direct

41.9%

Referral

6.3%

Social

11.6%

Paid

1.5%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~184

News about Highwire

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Nov 6, 2025 • The Manila Times

Veriforce Acquires Highwire

Oct 22, 2025 • citybiz

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Oct 22, 2025 • Summit Partners

Links

www.teamhighwire.com

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