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Porter Novelli · 5 months ago

Account Manager - Food, Agriculture & Nutrition Communications (Freelance)

United States

Full-time

Remote

Senior Level

$70/hr - $70/hr

7+ years exp

Porter Novelli is a global communication company with a vibrant culture, seeking a strategic freelance Account Manager for their Food, Agriculture & Nutrition portfolio. This role involves leading high-profile initiatives, managing client relationships, and guiding clients on crisis communications and corporate reputation within the food and agriculture sectors.

ConsultingInformation ServicesIT InfrastructurePublic Relations

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Lead Strategic Client Counsel: Serve as a trusted advisor, guiding clients on complex topics including crisis communications, issues management, corporate reputation, executive visibility, stakeholder engagement, and B2B communications

Drive Industry Relations: Build and nurture relationships with key industry organizations, third-party stakeholders, and influencers to advance clients’ business goals and elevate their presence in the market

Manage Integrated Campaigns: Oversee the development and execution of integrated communications campaigns—spanning media relations, content strategy, digital/social engagement, events, and multi-stakeholder partnerships

Drive Business Growth: Identify emerging opportunities in the food and ag sectors and support business development efforts that expand our agency’s reach

Crisis & Issues Management: Be at the forefront during critical moments, providing clients with calm, strategic counsel and actionable plans to effectively manage crises and protect their brand

Mentor and Inspire Teams: Lead, mentor, and grow high-performing teams, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and professional development

Ensure Operational Excellence: Oversee account health, budgets, forecasting, and profitability while ensuring exceptional client service

Qualification

Crisis communicationsIssues managementIndustry relationsB2B communicationsFinancial managementClient communicationTeam leadershipEntrepreneurial spiritPresentation skills

Required

7+ years of experience in agriculture and food communications, with a strong background in corporate, agency, or industry association settings

Proven expertise in crisis communications, issues management, and industry relations within the food and agriculture sector

Successful track record managing B2B communications for commodity groups, food brands, or agribusinesses, including soy, corn and/or cotton

Deep understanding of industry trends, stakeholder needs, food safety, sustainability, and global food systems

Established relationships across media, trade, industry organizations, and influencers

Skilled in financial management, team leadership, and delivering measurable client results

Excellent writing, presentation, and client-facing communication skills

Entrepreneurial spirit and passion for driving innovation and business growth

Company

Porter Novelli

Glassdoor3.5

Porter Novelli is a PR firm providing crisis management, technology, corporate affairs, and consumer marketing solutions to its customers.

Founded in 1972

New York, New York, USA

501-1000 employees

http://www.porternovelli.com

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