Account Executive

About the role

As an Account Executive in Public Relations, you will be key in supporting and executing client and agency programs, focusing on day-to-day project management and client communication. Working closely with senior team members, you will implement account activities that are aligned with the overall goals and strategies of our clients and the agency. Your role requires a foundational understanding of healthcare public relations and an eagerness to learn. You’ll act as a trusted client contact, assisting in executing high-quality, impactful campaigns. With supervised support, you’ll manage project timelines, collaborate with internal teams, and ensure deliverables meet client expectations. Depending on project needs, you may take on tasks that overlap with other roles, providing valuable exposure to various functions within the agency. This role offers a unique opportunity to develop a comprehensive skill set in healthcare PR, combining strategic insight with hands-on project execution.

Responsibilities

• Act as day-to-day client contact, managing project workflows, building relationships, and ensuring seamless communication
• Participate in virtual and in-person client meetings as appropriate, contributing to discussions and understanding client needs
• Oversee project execution with internal teams, agency resources, and external partners/vendors, ensuring on-time and on-budget delivery
• Research, write, and edit materials for traditional press, patient communities, and healthcare media, maintaining brand voice and accuracy
• Conduct media relations to secure favorable coverage, integrate clients’ key messages, and ensure broad, positive exposure
• Develop and manage social and digital media content, aligning with client objectives and current industry trends
• Assist in managing project workflow, timelines, and internal processes to keep the team on track and deliverables aligned with client expectations
• Support client and new business research, assisting in strategic planning and contributing ideas for campaign development
• Conduct monthly account reporting, tracked KPIs in partnership with the finance team, and shared progress with clients
• Participate actively in division and agency brainstorms, contributing creative ideas and strategic insights
• Collaborate with other Calcium+Company divisions to leverage resources and ensure unified efforts across projects

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in Public Relations, Communications or a related field
• 1-3 years of public relations experience, preferably in healthcare or pharma
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
• Effective verbal and written communication skills; can clearly convey complex healthcare topics
• Team-oriented and highly collaborative, with the ability to work independently when needed
• Eagerness to learn, with an entrepreneurial mindset and curiosity about healthcare PR