Senior Account Executive Education Practice

Location: New York, NY

About the role

Education powers the world. Education breaks down barriers to economic mobility, combats prejudice, inspires innovation and industry, and moves our collective society into new eras of unprecedented advancement. If working alongside national and global experts, schools and institutions, policymakers, corporations, advocates and nonprofits, and major philanthropic funders to advance education excites you, then the FINN Partners Global Education Team is for you.

Our Education team seeks a full-time Senior Account Executive with 3-5 years of experience working within an agency, nonprofit, public policy, or education-related field, supporting strategic communications, media relations, social media, marketing, or advocacy efforts. FINN Partners provides a flexible working environment, with the option to be fully remote or hybrid within our U.S. offices. We prioritize candidates near our Washington D.C. and New York City offices but welcome all candidates in the Eastern and Central time zones.

Candidates with direct education communications experience and interest are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with account leads and clients
• Monitor and pitch media across all levels and verticals relevant to education clients
• Research key client issues and develop landscape and policy analysis, media insights, and thought leadership opportunities
• Draft written materials such as press releases and advisories, contributed articles, briefing documents, etc.
• Provide monthly reporting to clients across activities, KPIs, and other aspects of scopes
• Maintain project trackers, assemble agendas and action items, manage budgets and scopes of work
• General account support, including internal and client calls as required and other tasks as assigned
• Support the creation of new business proposals, as requested

Qualifications

The successful Senior Account Executive will be:

• Intellectually Curious: Work with teams which support organizations at the intersection of education, policy, philanthropy, and business/workforce
• Detail Oriented: Support client accounts, with growing responsibility for project management and client engagement; create media reports and analyses, including in-depth analysis on key issues related to clients and the sector
• Strong Writer: Write compelling content based on primary research and produce strong marketing, social, and thought leadership content
• Media Savvy: Understand and follow media trends and reports to better develop and pitch story ideas that secure coverage across local, trade, and top-tier national media, including broadcast, podcasts, and print/digital
• Content Curator: Manage or oversee social, including social media content development, community engagement, and campaign management

Skills

• A team player who is curious, trustworthy, friendly, and eager to learn and grow with a great group of dedicated colleagues and top-tier clients
• Strong interest and basic understanding of the US education system (early childhood, K-12, higher education) and global education issues and trends
• Strong writing and editing skills or experience writing for a variety of platforms, voices, and tone; including proficiency with AP style as well as writing for social media
• Strong sense of accountability, deadline-driven, and detail-oriented with the ability to maintain self-management on projects and tasks, especially in remote environments
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides. Prior experience with Slack, Zoom, Meltwater, Muck Rack, Canva, and other programs a plus
• Knowledge of and facility with appropriate and ethical use of AI tools, including Claude, Gemini, ChatGPT, NotebookLLM, among others
• Deep knowledge of social media tools and platforms such as LinkedIn, X or Blue Sky, TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, Reddit, Substack
• Keen interest in a career in public relations, journalism, public affairs, or communications and marketing

Pay

Salary range: $60,000–$70,000 annually (gross).

About the company

Founded in 2011 on the core principles of innovation and collaborative partnership, FINN Partners has become one of the fastest-growing independent public relations agencies in the world. Recognized as one of Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies, PRovoke Media’s 100 Best Agencies in the U.S., 60 Best Agencies in Europe, and Midsize Agency of the Year in 2022, FINN’s success is a result of organic client growth combined with integrating new companies and new people into the agency through a common philosophy.

With approximately 1,300 professionals across 37 locations, FINN provides clients with global access and capabilities in the Americas, Europe, and Asia. In addition, FINN provides its clients with access to top-tier agencies worldwide through its membership in the global network PROI.