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Burson · 3 hours ago

Account Director, Workplace & Purpose, Corporate and Public Affairs Practice

Chicago, IL

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$60K/yr - $140K/yr

7+ years exp

Burson is the global communications leader focused on creating value for clients through reputation. They are seeking an Account Director for the Workplace & Purpose Team to lead client relationships, deliver strategic programming, and enhance corporate reputation through employee engagement and social impact initiatives.

Brand MarketingConsultingContentMarketingPublic Relations

Responsibilities

Serve as a client relationship leader, key team member and counselor for our growing client portfolio

Deliver expert counsel on corporate impact as a driver of reputation

Build and execute strategic programming and storytelling strategies that support clients’ business and stakeholder engagement needs – including but not limited to partnership development, employee activation, earned and owned media, and content development

Oversee project and team management workflows to ensure we are delivering the best possible service to existing clients while simultaneously creating organic growth opportunities for prospective clients

Advise on client strategy, omnichannel communications activities, comprehensive stakeholder engagement and communications plans

Help provide timely guidance to clients around current issues and positioning the Workplace & Purpose business as a thought leader

Qualification

Corporate social impactSocial impact storytellingIntegrated ESG communicationsStakeholder engagementStrategic programmingWriting capabilityPresentation skillsCollaboration skillsProblem-solving skills

Required

7-10 years of experience in the corporate purpose arena

Experience in social impact storytelling, purpose programming and partnerships, and integrated ESG communications and strategy

7-10 years of communications and business consulting experience, particularly within the corporate social impact field

Demonstrable projects and achievements across sectors and geographies

Strong writing capability

Stellar presentation skills and a developing executive presence

Demonstrated subject matter expert on social impact and public affairs topics

Extensive experience in building relationships and working effectively with diverse audiences and stakeholders

Deep understanding of new and emerging corporate impact trends

Demonstrated experience working directly with senior clients

Demonstrated collaboration and problem-solving skills in a group setting

Preferred

Hybrid of agency and in-house experience

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Mentorship programs with industry leaders

A vibrant and inclusive company culture fostering collaboration and innovation

Packages designed to reward and retain top talent

Company

Burson

Burson offers public relations, media relations, crisis management, and digital communications services for organizations.

New York, New York, USA

5001-10000 employees

https://www.bursonglobal.com

Funding

Current Stage

Late Stage

Leadership Team

Grant Toups

Global Chief Digital & Intelligence Officer

Tara Singh

Managing Director Public Policy

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