Account Director, Corporate

Account Director, Corporate

5W is seeking a dynamic Account Director to support our growing Corporate practice. This is a high-impact role for a seasoned agency professional who can hit the ground running.

The ideal candidate brings agency experience with corporate clients — spanning financial services, technology, sustainability/ESG, and beyond — along with sharp media instincts, expert pitching skills, and superior account and time management. You'll thrive here if you're driven, entrepreneurial, and committed to exceeding expectations: at 5W, that's the recipe for success.

This is a hybrid role based in our Miami or Tampa office, with 3 days per week in office.

Here’s what you’ll be doing:

• Act as primary contact to clients, continually fostering client-agency relationship to build trust and become a valuable resource and counselor to clients.

• Overseeing and implementing strategic communications programming

• Executive creative campaigns and brand partnerships

• Manage and delegate responsibilities of daily workflow of multiple accounts.

• Communicate account status to agency management regularly.

• Demonstrate proficiency in writing and editing materials particularly presentations, program plans and media strategies.

• Provide strategic guidance to clients and team members on an ongoing basis; anticipate and address clients’ needs.

• Troubleshoot media, team, or strategy problems as they arise; seek senior management input when appropriate.

• Motivate team members by promptly reviewing work and providing constructive feedback.

• Strive to develop the best communication and presentation skills possible to effectively articulate ideas to clients, colleagues and others.

• Conduct and lead monthly conference calls and meetings with clients

• Provide guidance and leadership to team members on effective pitching, team issues, account workflow and general account issues.

• Participate in the development of materials for new business opportunities including timelines, proposals, business decks and case studies; assist in generating new business leads.

• Participate in brainstorming sessions to develop strategic/creative thinking for clients.

• Misc. research, duties and projects as required.

Here’s what you have:

• S/B.A in Public Relations or related field

• At least 6 years of PR agency experience, specifically working with corporate clients

• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal skills

• Strong leadership and motivation skills

• Proven client relations, management and supervisory skills

• Creative and energetic personality

Why you'll love working here:

• Competitive salary with comprehensive benefits & wellness programs including partnership with ClassPass!

• Flexible PTO

• Summer Fridays and Winter, Spring, and Fall Fridays too!

• Hybrid work model offering flexibility and work-life balance

• Expanded parental leave and family planning support

• Continuous learning through “5W University” and development initiatives

• Student Loan Reimbursement

• Professional Development Support

• Exclusive access to season tickets for pro sports teams along with Broadway shows, and more!

• Charitable giving, including matching donations

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