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MORE ABOUT THE ROLE:
Burson has an immediate opening for an Assistant Account Executive, Public Relations with a specialty in media relations, event execution, and day-to-day account management. This is a terrific opportunity to work with exciting and renowned brands.
This role will involve client management, media relations, content development, talent coordination, and general account support. We are looking for candidates with excellent written and oral communication skills, strong client relationship-building abilities, and a passion for earned media who can deliver results. This person must be detail-oriented, organized, resourceful, and able to multi-task and prioritize under deadlines.
If you are an eager and multi-talented PR professional who enjoys an entrepreneurial, fast-paced work environment and is interested in working with innovative start-ups and/or market-leading companies, with the opportunity to grow professionally, we want to speak with you.
WHAT YOU’LL DO:
- Support day-to-day account and project management activities across consumer health, lifestyle, beauty, and product-focused workstreams, ensuring deliverables are completed on time, on budget, and to the highest standard.
- Assist with the development and execution of earned media strategies including proactive pitching, drafting materials, and supporting ongoing media engagement.
- Draft and edit press releases, messaging, briefing books, client reports, and other communications content with accuracy and attention to detail.
- Conduct research on consumer, cultural, and competitive trends to inform strategic recommendations across brand and product communications.
- Demonstrate a strong pulse on culture and trends, helping translate insights into thoughtful earned media opportunities.
- Monitor media coverage and compile clippings, coverage reports, and analytics to support ongoing reporting needs.
- Support event planning and execution, including coordinating media/influencer attendance, talent logistics, and on-site needs.
- Coordinate internal team communications, meeting agendas, action items, and timelines to support seamless cross-workstream project management.
- Build and maintain strong client relationships, participating in calls/meetings and providing responsive, proactive support.
- Assist with new business development as needed, including research and contributions to proposal materials.
- Synthesize information clearly and efficiently to deliver timely insights to both internal teams and clients.
EXPERIENCE THAT CONTRIBUTES TO SUCCESS:
- 1–2 years of experience (including internships) in public relations, communications, or a related field; experience supporting consumer health, beauty, lifestyle, or CPG brands is a plus.
- Undergraduate degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism or related field preferred.
- Highly detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong written and verbal communications skills especially in media materials, messaging, briefing documents, and client-facing presentations.
- Enthusiasm for earned media, cultural trends, and consumer storytelling, with a willingness to learn and grow.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with media monitoring tools (e.g., Cision, MuckRack) and Google Workspace is a plus.
- Positive, team-oriented attitude with a proactive and solutions-focused approach.
- Comfortable supporting events, talent coordination, and influencer engagement as part of integrated earned efforts.
- Desire to work in a diverse and inclusive organization as an active participant in culture initiatives, training opportunities and employee resource groups.
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Burson is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.
Individual compensation varies based on job-related factors, including location, business needs, level of responsibility, experience, and qualifications. We offer a competitive benefits package; click here for more details: https://mybenefits.wpp.com/public/welcome.
Our vision is for Burson to be the leading ‘academy company’ for creative communications professionals and emerging leaders. We provide a dynamic environment where ambitious colleagues come to elevate their skills, expand their networks, and ultimately, produce the best solutions for today’s leading brands. Our commitment to your growth is reflected in our robust benefits and people programs, which include professional development opportunities, mentorship programs with industry leaders, a vibrant and inclusive company culture fostering collaboration and innovation and packages designed to reward and retain top talent. We invest in our people because we believe their success is our success.
At Burson, we’re an agency of learn-it-alls. We recognize that the things we do best, creativity and communications, require a level of nuanced understanding. That’s why it’s imperative for us to hire extraordinarily talented people of all backgrounds and identities. Without that we can’t do the essential work of inspiring bold ideas, fostering constructive dialogue, cultivating meaningful experiences, and driving innovation and creativity for our partners. Your unique point of view—your talent—is what makes you a #BursonPerson, and it’s how we deliver exceptional results for our clients, together.
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