Account Executive, Corporate Affairs

Redmond Group

Chicago, IL

Full Time

Entry Level

35k-35k

15 days ago

Job Description

About the Role

Burson 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. Burson is part of WPP, the creative transformation company. The role involves supporting clients with issues, corporate reputation, public affairs, and external & internal communications support, working on high-stakes and complex communication issues for exciting clients.

Key Responsibilities

Conducting a variety of research projects to maintain knowledge about clients, industries and issues.
Monitoring and daily reporting of traditional and social media.
Writing messaging, talking points, Q&A and briefing documents for media engagement.
Conducting stakeholder mapping research to drive client engagement with external audiences: media, customers, elected officials, regulators.
Supporting crisis preparedness work, including crisis playbook development, simulations and tabletop exercises.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Advertising, Communications, or a related field.
1-2 years of public relations/communications experience in an agency, in-house, ideally with a focus on reputation and issues management, or in a political environment.
The aptitude to handle high priority and high-pressure situations with poise.
An understanding of the current media landscape including national mainstream news media outlets, specialized industry publications, and digital and social media.
Proficiency in MS Office Suite.
Strong research, proofreading, writing and editing skills.
Experience with media monitoring tools such as MuckRack, NewsWhip and BrandWatch.
Professional interpersonal communications skills.
Ability to work on a team and handle multiple projects in a collaborative manner.
Desire to work in a diverse and inclusive organization as an active participant in culture initiatives, training opportunities and employee resource groups.

Nice to Have

Experience with media monitoring tools such as MuckRack, NewsWhip and BrandWatch.

Qualifications

Educational background in Marketing, Advertising, Communications, or a related field.

Benefits & Perks

A competitive benefits package.
Professional development opportunities.
Mentorship programs with industry leaders.
A vibrant and inclusive company culture fostering collaboration and innovation.
Packages designed to reward and retain top talent.

Working at Redmond Group

Our vision is for Burson to be the leading ‘academy company' for creative communications professionals and emerging leaders. We provide a dynamic environment where ambitious colleagues come to elevate their skills, expand their networks, and produce the best solutions for leading brands. We are committed to growth, professional development, mentorship, and fostering a culture of respect, diversity, and inclusion. We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection, with a hybrid work approach.

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