Associate Director, PR & Communications
Job Description
As Associate Director, PR & Communications, you will be responsible for the strategic development and execution of PR and communications initiatives across Nickerson’s client-partners. You will also be responsible for promotion of yourself and the agency through the maintenance of multiple leadership roles in industry organizations, and regular participation and attendance at industry/learning events.
Responsibilities:
Client Management
- Develop PR and communications strategies for Nickerson client-partners, overseeing Nickerson’s execution and implementation of those strategies
- Serve as Account Lead and primary contact point for client-partner accounts
- Oversee achievement of client-partner goals so they are met monthly
- Manage all strategic initiatives on behalf of client-partners, overseeing team’s execution
- Ensure accuracy of reporting, providing strategic oversight
- Demonstrate client-partner satisfaction through no turnover on client-partner accounts managed, and advise when challenges with client-partner accounts occur
- Manage account budgets, monitoring Forecast
- Serve as main point of contact for client-partners during crises, including providing onsite strategic support when appropriate
- Manage direct reports and be responsible for overall health of greater team
- Oversee team adherence to company systems and best practices
- Support agency’s hiring efforts for team growth
- Source and close business development opportunities (at least one (1) a year)
- Advise and execute upon the strategic promotion of Nickerson (e.g. strategic development, promotion, writing, etc.)
- Hold leadership role in at least one (1) industry organization
- Attend at least four (4) networking events monthly
The ideal candidate will have:
- Demonstrated exemplary writing and critical-thinking abilities
- A proven record of placing clients in top tier media channels
- Demonstrated ability to effectively manage external communications, public affairs, and media relations campaign development
- 6+ years of public relations experience or related field within the industry
- Demonstrated ability to lead client-partner accounts
- A willingness to represent the agency at networking events, through professional memberships
- The ability to adapt and add value within a highly innovative agency
- Competence in Microsoft365 (Word, Powerpoint, Teams, etc.) a plus
- Previous experience with project management software (e.g. Asana, Monday, etc.)
- Experience managing a CRM (ideally Salesforce)
Location and Travel:
Team member will work fully remotely with some anticipated travel to client-partners, industry events, etc.
Candidates must be based in Boston.
Compensation:
$95,000-$105,000
Benefits:
- Flexible, remote work options
- Comprehensive medical package, including medical, dental, vision
- Flexible PTO
- 401K plan with matching
- Short- and long-term disability, life insurance paid 100% by company
- Paid participation in industry organizations
- Commitment to career enhancement, coaching, skill training, and certification opportunities
- Corporate support for your charitable efforts
- Nickerson is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace
Mission, Vision, and Core Values:
Our Mission: We elevate the experiential journey
Our Vision: We serve as a trusted, global partner for elite, forward thinking brands
- Team First – We are a group of individuals who both depend on each other and hold one another accountable. We emphasize collaboration and team work to achieve excellence together.
- Creative Thinkers – We are solution-based individuals, resourceful and knowledgeable of our respective fields. Our creative thinking generates smart, quality, results for our client-partners.
- Positive Energy & Passion – We take pride in our passion for our work and our personal lives, ensuring a vital balance to sustain our positive energy and innovative ideas.
- Individuality & Diversity – We embrace each member’s individuality and perspectives, celebrating their uniqueness. We believe our diverse experiences elevate our creativity and produce the best results.
Equal Opportunity
We are committed to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive professional environment. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply, and value each team members’ unique perspectives, recognizing they make our team stronger!
Nickerson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.