Account Executive - Corporate PR (Financial Clients)

Burson

More about the role: As an Account Executive, you will be an integral part of our client teams, providing essential support to deliver exceptional results for our financial sector clients. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to learn the ropes of public relations within a specialized field, focusing on business-to-business (B2B) and business-to-government (B2G) communications. You will gain hands-on experience in various aspects of financial PR, from media relations and content support to research and event coordination. You'll assist in crafting compelling business messages, monitoring industry trends, and contributing to significant thought leadership initiatives. This position is ideal for someone passionate about the financial landscape, eager to learn from experienced professionals, and ready to make a tangible contribution to client success and team

What you'll do:

• Conduct daily media monitoring, compile coverage reports, and track industry trends.
• Assist in drafting press releases, media alerts, social media content, and other communication materials.
• Support media outreach efforts, helping to build and maintain relationships with key journalists.
• Coordinate logistics for press conferences, events, and client meetings.
• Conduct thorough research on financial markets, industry news, and political developments to inform strategies.
• Help prepare presentations and client-facing documents, ensuring accuracy and quality.
• Support thought leadership initiatives by assisting with research, data collection, and content organization.
• Manage administrative tasks, including maintaining activity trackers and ensuring timely delivery of project components.