Senior Account Executive, Public Relations (Health)

The role

Senior Account Executives lead tactical PR program execution for healthcare, life sciences, and medical technology clients. They manage client communications, media relations, and strategic content development.

What you will do

• Lead tactical execution of PR program elements including media relations, analyst relations, awards, speaking, and content
• Manage projects from concept through completion
• Lead regular client communications and weekly PR calls
• Provide strategic counsel to clients
• Develop and present quarterly campaigns and PR plans
• Track competitor activity
• Participate in media training sessions
• Develop budget recommendations and team priority allocations
• Own and lead media relations efforts
• Identify emerging media opportunities and industry trends

Required qualifications

• 3–5 years of PR/communications experience in an agency setting
• Background in healthcare, health-tech, life sciences, or medical technology sectors
• Demonstrated success in developing media relationships and securing impactful placements
• Strong writing and editing skills across a variety of formats and audiences
• Experience managing multiple priorities and leading day-to-day client work
• Comfort with data, analytics, and ROI reporting

Nice to have

• A growth mindset
• Collaborative spirit
• Desire to lead within a team environment

Benefits

• Competitive salary with merit-based opportunities for growth
• Flexible hybrid work model
• Generous vacation policy, including extended summer and winter breaks
• Early log-off on Fridays through Empower Hours program
• 401(k) plan with employer matching
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• FSA options
• Paid parental leave benefits
• Commuter benefits
• Annual Growth Mindset stipend for books, events, or learning experiences
• Monthly technology reimbursement
• Wellness benefit program for mental and physical health

Before you apply

• Candidates must reside in one of the listed states at the time of hire
• This posting may be used to build our talent pipeline

About the company

Highwire is a strategic marketing communications agency at the intersection of innovation and industry. They partner with ambitious companies and established brands across B2B technology, healthcare, cybersecurity, energy, and more.