More about the role:
Our Corporate Affairs Practice is seeking an Assistant Account Executive to support a portfolio of clients across financial services, infrastructure, and technology. This role will provide hands-on experience supporting issues management, corporate reputation, and external communications programs. The ideal candidate is highly organized, deadline-driven, and able to manage multiple workstreams in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
This position offers exposure to cross-functional account teams, senior leadership, and high-stakes communications work across multiple industries.
What you'll do:
- Conduct daily media monitoring across traditional and digital outlets, including Google News searches and occasional social media monitoring.
- Prepare and distribute daily media monitoring reports on a consistent morning timeline for stakeholder review.
- Track and flag emerging coverage, trends, and potential issues for account teams.
- Support media relations efforts by researching reporters, building and maintaining media lists, and assisting with pitch development.
- Draft and edit written materials including pitch letters, press releases, briefing documents, internal summaries, and newsletters.
- Provide cross-functional account support across multiple workstreams, including technology, product storytelling, cybersecurity thought leadership, research initiatives, and creative marketing efforts.
- Support corporate storytelling programs for regulated and infrastructure-focused organizations across multiple regions.
- Assist with planning and execution of events, including logistics, materials coordination, and on-site support.
- Participate in internal and client meetings, capturing notes, action items, and next steps.
- Support reporting, agenda preparation, and general account administration as needed.
Experience that contributes to success:
- Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, or a related field.
- 0–1 years of internship or entry-level experience in public relations, communications, corporate affairs, public policy, or an agency environment.
- Strong writing, editing, proofreading, and research skills.
- Understanding of the current media landscape, including national, regional, trade, and digital outlets.
- Familiarity with media monitoring tools such as MuckRack, Brandwatch, NewsWhip, or similar platforms.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines.
- Professional interpersonal and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively across teams and functions.
- Interest in corporate reputation, issues management, and complex communications challenges.
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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.