Senior Account Manager, Public Relations (Financial & Professional Services)

The role

Senior Account Managers lead integrated communications programs for Financial and Professional Services clients. They oversee account teams, manage high-level strategy, and handle day-to-day media relations and execution.

What you will do

• Lead strategic media and analyst relations programs for Financial or Professional Services clients
• Build and maintain relationships with top-tier financial, business, and trade press
• Serve as the day-to-day account lead for up to 5 clients
• Direct teams of 5–10 members
• Provide strategic counsel aligned with client business objectives
• Develop and manage monthly and annual budgets, staffing allocations, and team priorities
• Contribute to new business development and organic client expansion
• Manage up to 2 direct reports
• Execute integrated communications programs including writing and digital communications
• Lead at least one agency-wide training annually

Required qualifications

• Minimum of six years of experience in PR, marketing, or communications agencies
• At least one year as an Account Manager
• Prior experience managing Financial or Professional Services clients in an agency environment
• Strong understanding of the Financial or Professional Services industry and media landscape
• Established relationships with financial, business, and trade media
• Ability to develop and lead communications strategies
• Experience managing multiple client accounts, budgets, and cross-functional teams
• Track record of mentoring and developing junior staff
• Strong writing, storytelling, and strategic thinking skills
• Organized, proactive, and entrepreneurial mindset
• Exceptional communication and leadership skills

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• FSA options
• 401(k) plan with employer matching
• Generous vacation policy including extended summer and winter breaks
• Early log-off on Fridays through Empower Hours program
• 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
• 501c3 donation matching program
• Mentorship and ongoing professional development opportunities

Before you apply

• Candidates must reside in one of the listed states at the time of hire
• This posting may be used to build a 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 various sectors including B2B technology, healthcare, and financial services.