Rubenstein Seeking Account Executive, Corporate & Financial Services Public Relations

RUBENSTEIN is seeking a talented, motivated and dynamic Account Executive, Corporate & Financial Services to execute public relations and media relations strategies across a range of clients, including: hedge funds, private equity and asset management firms, financial institutions and corporate governance-related issues.

A background in public relations in the financial services sector is required. Knowledge of the financial industry and the capital markets, with an understanding of a range of investment vehicles, is preferred.

PLEASE NOTE: This position is currently remote, and will eventually be located out of our New York City office. 

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Take the lead on client projects with supervision; maintain daily client interaction to update, report, and discuss account activity and to manage expectations concerning media opportunities
  • Initiate the creative process of formulating pitch ideas and story angles; participate in brainstorming sessions to develop broader strategic initiatives for clients
  • Cultivate, establish and maintain working relationships with all levels of national, local and trade media, particularly across mainstream financial news outlets and trade media
  • Pitch to media and execute long-range communications strategies that raise the profile of the client and its executives, securing coverage with regional and national publications
  • Manage daily workflow of multiple accounts while driving consistent media results
  • Develop, edit and review press releases, pitches, recaps, clipbooks and other media materials and internal documents
  • Contend with and navigate highly confidential, sensitive information and issues on behalf of clients
  • Oversee research, media monitoring and analysis
  • Nimbly work well within a collaborative team account structure; ensure that managers are kept fully informed regarding activities and client plans

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

  • Excellent, demonstrated writing and analytical skills, with the ability to craft press releases, media pitches, and strategic communications materials (AP Style knowledge a plus)
  • Conversant in current breaking news issues detailed in national publications, particularly in the business and financial sections
  • Ability to understand complex financial issues and reports and articulate these into subjects of interest for the media
  • Ability to forge relationships with media outlets on local and national level; proven record in delivering PR results across print, online and broadcast
  • Strong communications and presentation skills with the ability to communicate with a diverse group of people and audiences; agility and versatility to stretch across client sectors, and the ability to effectively present work to colleagues and clients at all levels
  • Understanding of the intersection between traditional and social media and how different outlets can serve different purposes
  • Demonstrated proficiency and affinity for social media / digital tools and platforms, and the eagerness to learn and stay current in the digital space
  • Ability to think critically, creatively and develop new and interesting ideas
  • Ability to manage time, multi-task and move quickly with efficiency and attention to detail while ensuring deadlines are met
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; focused on team success and collaboration
  • Familiarity with day-to-day tools such as PowerPoint, MuckRack, Cision, Meltwater, etc.
  • Bloomberg Terminal certification is a plus

EDUCATION & WORK EXPERIENCE

  • 3 – 5 years of client and media relations experience at a PR agency or on an in-house communications team preferred
  • Direct publicity experience in the financial services sector is required
  • Knowledge of the financial industry and the capital markets, with an understanding of a range of investment vehicles, is preferred
  • College degree preferred – focus in Communications, Journalism, English or a related field is ideal

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