Brunswick Group · Washington
Account Director
OPPORTUNITY Brunswick Group is seeking an Account Director to join our fast-paced Washington, D.C. office. At Brunswick Group, we work on the issues that d...
OPPORTUNITY
Brunswick Group is seeking an Account Director to join our fast-paced Washington, D.C. office.
At Brunswick Group, we work on the issues that define industries and shape the future of business. In this role, you’ll be part of
a high-performing team advising leaders at many of the world’s most influential organizations. This is a role for a self-starter
who thrives in a fast-paced environment, brings intellectual rigor and creativity to complex challenges, and is driven to deliver
outstanding results. If you want to help navigate moments that matter most to global clients — from M&A and crisis to corporate
positioning and reputation — Brunswick offers a platform unlike any other in our industry.
ABOUT THE ROLE
CLIENT CONTRIBUTION & HANDLING
Develop a strong working relationship with the client and earn their trust
- Produce high-quality client account ‘essentials’ that showcase the expertise, thinking, judgement and research behind our
recommendations and strategic advice
Draft press releases, Q&As and key message documents
- Leverage in-house AI tools and other resources to manage workload and keep deliverables on track, on time and of the highest
quality
Manage upwards and downwards to ensure the team are fully informed and prepared for client work
Contribute to brainstorms and pitch preparation
Think on a strategic and tactical level about client issues and account development
Show an ongoing interest in and grasp of market intelligence, and share that with clients appropriately
Deliver ideas, direction and content to the account team
CONTRIBUTION TO THE FIRM
- Establish and maintain strong client and internal relationships, ensuring high-quality deliverables and responsiveness across
multiple time-sensitive engagements
- Draw insights and opportunities from your personal and professional networks and leverage that knowledge
appropriately on behalf of the Firm and our clients
- Participate in and contribute to training sessions where appropriate and take advantage of the learning and engagement
opportunities when available
TEAMWORK AND COLLABORATIVE APPROACH
Act as the ‘eyes and the ears’ of the team, always aware of team workstreams/movements/ deadlines
Share ideas, knowledge and recommendations with the wider team
Earn the respect of their peers/colleagues and treat people with respect; lead by example
COMMUNICATION SKILLS – ENGAGEMENT WITH MEDIA AND OTHER AUDIENCES
Demonstrate and develop a deep understanding of our clients’ media universe and the key contacts within it
Establish a network of media and other stakeholder contacts
- Be well-informed on all relevant sector/client newswires and key media; proactively monitoring and sharing coverage, insights
of key influencers
Seek to establish relationships with journalists and/or other audiences; handle difficult media issues with ease
- Provide input into corporate positioning media strategy to build engaging programs, then identify new angles in order to sell
stories to a range of different media
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
At Brunswick, we seek smart and curious individuals dedicated to learning and growth. We value
potential, strong work ethic, sound judgement and excellent written and verbal communication skills. Standout Account
Director candidates demonstrate:
At least 4-7 years of relevant work experience; corporate communications or agency experience a plus
- Experience in an advisory role with working knowledge of and an interest in the capital markets and a range of financial
situations involving U.S. public and large private companies
Familiarity with the media landscape
Deep understanding of business and finance
Knowledge of Factiva, Bloomberg and other research resources
Excellent writing and communication skills
Ability to multitask and prioritize
Problem-solving abilities
Ability to think strategically and creatively
Exhibit discretion with confidential client matters
International work experience or knowledge a plus
IDEAL CANDIDATE
- A communications advisor with experience counseling clients on corporate issues (e.g. crisis, M&A, financial situations,
etc.)
Adept at navigating and succeeding within high-performance, entrepreneurial environments
Excellent communicator with professional polish and strong emotional intelligence
Entrepreneurial and collaborative spirit
WHY JOIN US
Joining Brunswick unlocks a range of exceptional employee benefits to support your financial future, health and wellness, family
and community and continuous professional development.
The successful applicant will be eligible for the following compensation and benefits package:
Base Pay: The annual base compensation range for this role is $95,000 - $120,000. The base pay offered will be determined by
factors including experience, skills, training, office location, certifications, and education.
Bonus Eligibility: Annual discretionary bonus contingent upon individual and firm-wide performance.
Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance. Disability insurance. Employee assistance program. Flexible spending account.
Health savings account. Life insurance. Commuter Benefits. Generous Paid Time Off: 25 vacation days and 10 days sick leave, as
well as 11 paid company holidays. Firm-sponsored 401(k) Plan with 3% automatic company contribution of base and bonus with
an additional 1.5% profit share– immediate vesting. Career training and development opportunities. Employee discounts.
Office Policy: At Brunswick, our work is a craft that thrives in teaching environments – whether in our offices or on-site with
clients – through real-time observation, collaboration, human connection, clear guidance and by challenging one another to keep
getting better. Our policy is that our team members are in person – either in the office or on-site with clients – at least four
days each week.
The firm will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants or employees, as defined by applicable law. In addition to
the application, the process may include virtual and in-person interviews, as well as an assessment, which may be timed. To
request an accommodation during our application and hiring process, email americasaccommodations@brunswickgroup.com.
ABOUT BRUNSWICK
Brunswick is a global advisory firm. We help companies tackle high-stakes issues, navigate complex stakeholder relationships, and
deliver high-impact outcomes.
Our clients value our ability to anticipate, shape, and respond to the key players and forces in the financial and investment
arena, regulatory and geopolitical universe, NGO community, workforce and beyond. They rely on us for deep experience, fresh
perspectives and original thinking. So, in Brunswick you will find an exceptional range of experience and talent with a rich mix
of backgrounds. From the beginning, we have prioritized attracting, developing, and retaining the best professionals in the
industry, united by a culture of inclusivity, excellence, and intellectual curiosity.
Founded in 1987 in London, the firm has organically grown to 27 offices in 18 countries across the Americas, Europe, Middle East,
Africa, Asia and Australia. We operate as a “one-firm firm” with no individual profit centers. This allows us to assemble fully
integrated, bespoke teams for each client, able to draw on the full resources of Brunswick anywhere in the world.
Brunswick is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, religion, color,
national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other status protected by
applicable law. Please read our Global Privacy Notice to understand how your data is managed.
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Account Director
Kategori
Client Handler
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8 juli
Sista ansökningsdag
17 augusti
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