Sunshine Sachs Morgan & Lylis · 19 hours ago
Senior Account Director, Strategy & Crisis
Los Angeles, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$110K/yr - $130K/yr
10+ years expSunshine Sachs Morgan & Lylis is a leading global communications agency that specializes in navigating the complexities of a hyper-connected world. They are seeking a Senior Account Director to lead public affairs and crisis management strategies, providing counsel to senior leadership and managing multiple account teams.
Telecommunications
Responsibilities
Lead the development of 360-degree communications strategies for high-stakes public affairs and crisis accounts
Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, founders, and boards of directors
Leverage an elite network of contacts across national news, business, policy, and digital-first outlets
Stay at the forefront of the attention economy
Manage and direct multiple account teams, ensuring every campaign is fully integrated with brand strategy and digital creative
Lead high-stakes new business pitches and craft sophisticated proposals
Directly manage and empower a team of account leaders, with at least 4 years of previous management experience
Lead by example in every interaction—prioritizing integrity, transparency, and professional poise with your team, your clients, and the media
Qualification
Required
At least 10 years of experience in public affairs, crisis communications, or corporate reputation
Proven track record of leading major national and international accounts
At least 4 years of previous management experience
Ability to lead the development of 360-degree communications strategies for high-stakes public affairs and crisis accounts
Experience serving as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, founders, and boards of directors
Ability to leverage an elite network of contacts across national news, business, policy, and digital-first outlets
Understanding of how social algorithms, viral sentiment, and emerging digital platforms impact a client's reputation
Experience managing and directing multiple account teams
Ability to lead high-stakes new business pitches and craft sophisticated proposals
Experience in mentoring and empowering a team of account leaders
Strong relationship-building skills with a focus on integrity, transparency, and professional poise
Preferred
Ability to architect narratives that shape public opinion
Experience in managing the financial and administrative health of multiple high-profile accounts
Strong writing and presentation skills
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision plans
401(k) with matching
Annual merit-based bonuses
PTO
Fertility
FSA for medical, childcare, and commuter expenses
Flexible work schedule
Work from Anywhere program
Summer Fridays
Wellness Days
4-week sabbatical or trip to celebrate select anniversaries
Collaborative workspaces
Celebrations
Networking opportunities
Community volunteering
Training throughout the year on topics for professional growth as well as personal growth
Teaching workshops that are structured for each level of the company
Monthly Meet the Industry series
Company
Sunshine Sachs Morgan & Lylis
Sunshine Sachs Morgan & Lylis is an independent, full-service firm specializing in communications and narrative strategy.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
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Ken Sunshine
Founder
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