Account Executive, Direct Impact

<div class="content-intro"><h3><strong>Who we are:</strong></h3> <p>Burson, part of WPP, is the global communications leader built to create value for clients through reputation. With highly specialized teams, industry-leading technologies and breakthrough creative, we help brands and businesses redefine reputation as a competitive advantage so they can lead today and into the future. When you work at Burson, you are part of a global community of lifelong learners who thrive at the edge of innovation.</p> <p>WPP (LSE/NYSE: WPP) is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. For more information, visit <a href="WPP.com">WPP.com</a> </p> <p>For more information visit <a href="https://www.bursonglobal.com/">bursonglobal.com</a> and follow us on <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/burson/posts/?feedView=all">LinkedIn</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/burson.global/?hl=en">Instagram</a>.</p></div><h3><strong>More about the role:</strong></h3> <p>Direct Impact is the grassroots communications practice of Burson (a WPP agency), with a presence in every media market and political jurisdiction across the U.S. Our team of local experts helps clients localize and execute national campaigns, providing direct access to communities across the country.</p> <p>We are seeking an <strong>Account Executive</strong> who will help clients achieve grassroots, public affairs, and communications success. This client-facing position will support the strategic planning, management, and execution of integrated campaigns spanning earned media, specialty events, digital and social media, influencer engagement, coalition building, and issue advocacy.</p> <p>This is an opportunity to work with clients on specialized local campaigns that enhance reputation, strengthen community relationships, and support corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives. If you're a communications professional who enjoys thinking strategically while executing tactically (and has an interest in emerging technologies and creative storytelling) we'd love to hear from you.</p> <h3><strong>What you'll do:</strong></h3> <ul> <li>Support day-to-day client communications and account management activities.</li> <li>Assist in the planning and execution of grassroots, public affair