Account Executive, Public Relations (Health) at Highwire | New York, USA | $54K/yr – $72K/yr

Highwire

Account Executive, Public Relations (Health)

New York, USA (Hybrid)

$54K/yr – $72K/yrMid Level2+ years expFull time

Posted 5 months ago

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Job Summary

Support day-to-day PR work for healthcare and life sciences clients, helping execute media relations, content, and campaigns at an agency level.

Must-have: 2–3 years PR/communications in an agency with healthcare or health-tech background.
Strength: Strong writing, editing, and multitasking in a fast-paced environment.
Standout: Experience securing coverage and building reporter relationships.

Job Description

Responsibilities

Support day-to-day client account work, including media relations, awards, speaking programs, and content development.
Help manage projects by tracking deliverables, timelines, and priorities to ensure quality and alignment with client goals.
Participate in client calls and meetings, taking notes, drafting recaps, and ensuring follow-up items are completed.
Research industry trends, competitors, and media opportunities to inform client storytelling.
Assist in the creation of quarterly campaign plans and PR recommendations.
Build and maintain relationships with reporters and influencers across healthcare, life sciences, and health-tech outlets.
Research and develop targeted media lists and pitch opportunities.
Draft, refine, and distribute pitches that generate coverage aligned with client goals.
Monitor media coverage and industry news to identify opportunities for client participation.
Contribute to social and digital amplification strategies to extend earned media results.

Requirements

2–3 years of PR or communications experience, in an agency setting
Background in healthcare, life sciences, or health-tech sectors
Strong writing and editing skills with an eye for detail and clarity
Experience supporting media relations and securing coverage
Strong organization and multitasking skills in a fast-paced environment
Curiosity about emerging technology trends and storytelling opportunities
A proactive, team-oriented, and growth-minded attitude

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