Account Director - B2B Tech (San Jose; Boston; Portland)

Skills And Responsibilities

• Oversee 4-6 accounts, and dive in deep in both strategy and execution, to ensure the deliverables are streamlined and exceed client expectations.
• Manage direct report(s) while coaching and mentoring junior team members, providing feedback, actionable steps, and setting goals to support career advancement at Hoffman.
• Develop strong relationships with clients through strategic council, providing recommendations, and setting expectations for program execution and results.
• Drive strategy for media pitching, maintain a network of media contacts, drive signature story pitches, and host media briefings with senior spokespersons.
• Contribute to RFPs and pitch decks and participate in new business presentations.
• Advocate for Hoffman’s service offerings, providing education on Hoffman’s capabilities to enhance client impact and business growth.
• Develop and execute media strategy, maintain a network of media contacts, drive signature story pitches, and host media briefings with senior spokespersons.
• Review key content pieces (such as press releases, Q&A documents, bylines), and drive development of key messages and PR plans for clients.
• Oversee and review all reporting efforts, track results against annual goals, and drive client satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, PR/Advertising, Communications, Journalism or Liberal Arts
• 8+ years of public relations experience (agency experience is preferred)
• Experience managing multiple B2B accounts including developing and executing PR plans
• Superior writing and verbal communication skills
• People management experience
• Strong interpersonal and time management skills
• Adept with Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office

Key Attributes

• Passion for tech PR
• Leader and team player
• Initiative and accountability
• Entrepreneurial nature and attitude
• Curious and excited to learn new things
• Critical and proactive thinker
• Sense of humor

People-centered benefits

• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision
• 20 days PTO + Birthday PTO
• 11 holidays + 1 Floating Holiday
• 401(k) with company match
• $1,000 annual Wellness & Professional Development Fund
• $400 WFH stipend to support your home setup
• Paid parental leave
• Mentor Program

Pay

If you are interested in this position, apply online today at: Our Account Director salary ranges between $115,000 - $140,000, depending on experience and location. We will contact all shortlisted candidates.