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Sunshine Sachs Morgan & Lylis · 8 hours ago

Senior Account Director, Global Impact

Sunshine Sachs Morgan & Lylis is a leading global communications agency that navigates the complexities of a hyper-connected world. They are seeking a Senior Account Director to lead the Issues Advocacy practice, focusing on developing communications strategies that promote social change and providing strategic counsel to a diverse range of clients.

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Responsibilities

Lead the development of 360-degree communications strategies that advance social change at every scale
Serve as a trusted advisor to a diverse portfolio of clients—from state-level civic tech startups to multilateral global foundations
Leverage a bi-focal network of media contacts
Partner with senior leadership to scale an Integrated Advocacy desk
Lead cross-functional account teams with a focus on agility
Directly manage and empower a team of account leaders

Qualification

Civic EngagementGeopolitical AwarenessStrategic CommunicationsMedia RelationsAccount ManagementData-Driven InsightsDynamic CommunicationTeam LeadershipMentorship

Required

At least 10 years of experience in PR and communications
Proven track record in both domestic political/civic campaigns and international social impact work
Ability to architect a Get Out the Vote digital campaign and a global crisis response
Experience serving as a trusted advisor to a diverse portfolio of clients
Ability to use data-driven insights for advocacy
Leverage a bi-focal network of media contacts
Experience in scaling an Integrated Advocacy desk
Ability to lead cross-functional account teams
Experience managing and empowering a team of account leaders
Ability to set a big-picture global strategy and pivot to tactical media activation
Master of code-switching across audiences
Deep understanding of the 2026 U.S. political landscape
Working knowledge of major global flashpoints
Ability to manage the financial and administrative health of high-stakes accounts
Incredibly organized and calm under pressure

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
Monthly Meet the Industry series

Company

Sunshine Sachs Morgan & Lylis

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Sunshine Sachs Morgan & Lylis is an independent, full-service firm specializing in communications and narrative strategy.

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage

Leadership Team

K
Ken Sunshine
Founder
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