Public Relations Account Executive at Merritt Group | McLean, VA | $60K/yr – $67K/yr

Merritt Group

Public Relations Account Executive

McLean, VA (On-site)

$60K/yr – $67K/yrMid LevelFull time

Posted 5 weeks ago

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Job Summary

Own early client ownership with proactive issue resolution and growing responsibility across speaking, awards, and media work.

Growth focus: ownership of key account components and proactive communication to move projects ahead.
Media and content: manage campaigns end to end and build reporter relationships while drafting compelling materials.
Collaboration and learning: contribute to planning, share insights across client and agency channels, and push for measurable results.

Job Description

You proactively respond to client asks and are able to effectively move things forward within the team
You’re starting to establish relationships with clients, and they’re starting to go to you directly to ask for help on specific projects
You’re able to effectively and efficiently lead parts of client meetings
You actively contribute in planning meetings and brainstorms
You meet or exceed all deadlines — from client deadlines to getting your timesheets and monthly reports done on time
You’re able to take ownership of parts of account work (such as speaking and awards programs or key projects) — you’re proactive in your communication and don’t have to be asked where things stand
You have a solid understanding of your clients’ industries and their competitive landscapes, and you are proactive in raising or discussing key trends and news our clients should know about
You’re vocal in internal meetings and internal communications, sharing ideas across your client channels as well as agency channels
You have a persistent focus on results, and you push yourself to exceed expectations
You consistently look for opportunities to self-educate and seek out new responsibilities across client teams and the agency in general

Merritt Group

Merritt Group is a nationally recognized strategic communications agency that provides marketing, public relations and digital strategy and services to organizations ranging from venture-funded startups to global Fortune 500 companies. Partner with an agency that knows your market and buyer inside-out. Engage your buyer the smart way by leveraging our decades of insights and experience in government, security, emerging technologies, healthcare and more. Founded in 1996, Merritt Group has offices in Washington, D.C., and San Francisco, CA. To learn more, visit www.merrittgrp.com.

Founded in 1996

McLean, Virginia, USA

76 employees (16 in marketing)

www.merrittgrp.com