Senior Account Supervisor, Brand (Consumer PR)

Company: Edelman
Location: Washington
Posted on: June 12, 2021

Job Description:

Edelman Brand has helped evolve, promote and protect some of the world's most iconic and celebrated brands. We aspire to do work that moves people - work that inspires people to not only "buy in" to brands, but also buy. We thrive off the energy, heart and hustle of the city around us and apply that same passion to everything we do. From cars to consumer goods, fashion and retail, financial service, food and beverage, luxury and technology - we are fanatics about finding an insight or truth that will inform smart strategy, breakthrough creative, and brilliant programming.

Edelman is a leading global communications firm, with thousands of employees in 65 cities worldwide. In Washington, D.C., Edelman's Brand practice is growing, with experts and specialists who make it their business to understand the new media and marketing paradigm. Our independence keeps us nimble, thoughtful and resourceful, allowing us to invest in the best people in the business.

We are seeking a dynamic Senior Account Supervisor (SAS) with a strong public relations background to join our Brand Practice in our Washington, D.C. office. This person will work across multiple clients to drive Consumer and "Corpsumer" focused work and will also partner with clients on their Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) efforts.

Responsibilities:

• Contribute to creation of communications plans that meet client objectives
• Manage multiple projects from conception to completion, by anticipating challenges and ensuring deadline and budget adherence
• Build relationship with clients and colleague at all levels
• Consistently produce high quality internal and external communications content
• Supervise staff junior to you by motivating, coaching and consistently providing feedback
• Help plan and coordinate traditional and social media outreach programs
• Aid in new business process including idea contribution, research and proposal preparation
• Commit to continuous learning; set and pursue stretch goals
• Demonstrate behaviors consistent with Edelman's values and Code of Ethics and Business Conduct

Basic Qualifications:

• Minimum of six years of relevant experience in public relations

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field
• Prior experience in an agency setting or other fast-paced environment
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to develop communications plans, implement public relations tactics and impart knowledge to more junior team members
• Strong research, writing, editing and client interaction skills
• Ability to perform well under pressure
• Team player

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Edelman is a global communications firm that partners with businesses and organizations to evolve, promote and protect their brands and reputations. Our 6,000 people in more than 60 offices deliver communications strategies that give our clients the confidence to lead and act with certainty, earning the trust of their stakeholders. Our honors include the Cannes Lions Grand Prix for PR; Advertising Age's 2019 A-List; the Holmes Report's 2018 Global Digital Agency of the Year; and, five times, Glassdoor's Best Places to Work. Since our founding in 1952, we have remained an independent, family-run business. Edelman owns specialty companies Edelman Data & Intelligence (DxI) and United Entertainment Group (entertainment, sports, lifestyle).

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Edelman is an equal opportunity employer of all protected classes, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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