Account Manager, Fin Comms

About Us

At We., we've spent decades at the intersection of technology and humanity, bridging the gap between what businesses create and how people experience those creations. We've learned that beneath even the most unruly situations — whether it's a global crisis, an emerging technology, or a sweeping organizational change—lies a simple human need. That need could be for trust, connection, safety, or a sense of purpose. But it’s always there. And it is only by uncovering these truths that we can make real, meaningful progress.

About the Role

We. Communications is looking for an Account Manager with strong financial services experience advising retail and wholesale banks and fintech institutions. You will help shape and land communications strategies that change the way audiences think about our clients through robust media relations, consumer/industry insights, storytelling and events.

This Account Manager role requires a candidate with excellent media relations experience, ideally with the ability to develop engaging stories across multiple channels, and to provide informed counsel to clients on complex, multi-stakeholder issues. It requires experience managing teams and multiple deliverables while ensuring quality work.  

You will be joining an enthusiastic and driven team who are invested in delivering excellent results for clients. This collaborative and fast-paced environment will be a strong fit for candidates with a can-do attitude and sharp interest in economics, current affairs and bringing stories to life.

For this role, we are prioritizing candidates based on the East Coast, with a strong preference for those located in New York City.

Responsibilities 

• Support the creation and execution of integrated communications plans and goals, including both tactical and strategic elements. 
• Assist in leading projects and teams for key client workstreams across multiple lines of business, ensuring work quality and meeting deadlines.
• Gain strong understanding of client’s businesses, industry and key stakeholders to share industry POV and insights into shifts and opportunities in the competitive landscape.
• Develop and maintain media relations to enhance client visibility and achieve results. 
• Serve as a day-to-day client contact, ensuring strong communication, project management, and strategic counsel.
• Collaborate with senior team members to set and manage client goals and expectations and manage up on emerging challenges or issues.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior team members through coaching and constructive feedback. 
• Exhibit excellent written and verbal communication skills to support and contribute to client deliverables. 
• Help oversee the quality and operational performance of accounts, ensuring work meets deadlines and budgets. 
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 4-5+ years of experience in integrated communications or PR, preferably in an agency setting and/or within an applicable industry.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience with strategic communications across multiple audience segments.
• Strong media relations background with demonstrated capacity of working with global business and finance press to manage story development.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively. 
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (particularly Outlook, Word, SharePoint, PowerPoint and Excel).

Preferred Qualifications 

• High level of analysis and strategic recommendations based on industry knowledge
• High level of initiative; take accountability for role on projects
• Demonstrated creative and strategic mindset
• Has established editor and media relationships and has proactively placed stories
• Made presentations to groups of all sizes; pitched new business
• Client and business environment: Customer service orientation is a must. Job pressure may exist from requirement of handling multiple tasks.
• Experience working with colleagues in multiple locations
• Fast-paced team environment (frequent tight deadlines, multitasking, etc.)
• Strong presentation and consulting skills along with the ability to read, write and speak English
• May need to work more than 40 hours per week on occasion

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Compensation

The base annual salary range for this role, applicable across all U.S. locations, is outlined below. The actual salary may vary based on several factors such as business requirements, job responsibilities, skills, experience, and geographical location.

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