Account Executive is responsible for implementing public affairs programs; serve as day-to-day contact with client; report program results to agency management and client. Ability to work within a fast paced team environment and juggle a variety of tasks. Exposure to and experience with the legislative process and interest in politics and policy is required.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain regular contact with clients; proactively offer and implement new ways to meet client needs.


• Build understanding and knowledge of the clients' business and their competitive environments.


• Actively participate/contribute to the development of account plans/ideas. Provide appropriate instruction to junior staff on projects.


• Participate in program presentations to clients or new business presentations.


• Demonstrate ability to effectively develop full range of written materials including press releases, byline articles, speeches, client correspondence and reports.


• Initiate implementation of media events, press conferences/briefings, media tours, etc.


• Develop editorial/journalistic/media contacts; utilize them in news releases, features, etc.


• Under the strategic direction of senior management, act as the primary implementer of account plans.


• Verify information to assure accuracy of media materials and contacts.


• Facilitate teamwork by delegating and involving junior staff members whenever possible.


• Create budget status reports and review job status reports.


• Vigorously pursue competitive estimates for services from vendors.


• Seek counsel from financial manager to be able to review financial reports, project budgets, and related financial materials.


• Develop an understanding of various research methods; coordinate internal and external resources in implementing research projects.


• Assist senior management in developing proposals and gathering information for new business opportunities.


• Conduct research via Lexis-Nexis, Factiva, Internet and THOMAS.

Minimum Qualifications:

Any combination of education and experience providing the required skills and knowledge for successful performance would qualify. Typical qualifications would be equivalent to:

• Bachelor's degree in Political Science, Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, English, Marketing, Public Administration or a related field.


• Three to five years of experience in public relations, Capitol Hill or similar
  position in a non-agency setting.