PR Senior Account Strategist
scout labWhite Plains (NY)
PR Senior Account Strategist
Posted 7 days ago
scout labWhite Plains (NY)
SENIORITY
Senior
About the role
We’re looking for a Senior Strategist to join our growing Communications team. This is a leadership role for an experienced communications professional who can confidently own client relationships, develop and execute integrated communications strategies, and mentor junior team members while delivering results. You’ll bring out-of-the-box thinking, an exceptional attention to detail, and a solutions-oriented mindset. As the strategic lead across a portfolio of 3-4 clients, you’ll serve as a trusted advisor to the CEO and other members of leadership, translating business objectives into impactful communications programming. The ideal candidate is a proactive project manager who thrives in fast-paced environments, anticipates client needs before they arise, and brings both creativity and sound judgement to every challenge. The Senior Strategist also collaborates with our Brand team on integrated campaigns that combine the magic of Communications, Brand, and Creative to drive visibility for our clients across digital and out-of-home channels. This role reports to Scout Lab’s Communications Director and provides day-to-day leadership and mentorship to Strategists and Junior Strategists across the Communications practice. If former or present colleagues describe you as a strategic thinker, exceptional storyteller, and natural leader with high organizational rigor, we’d love to meet you.
Responsibilities:
- Serve as senior strategic advisor and primary client contact across multiple accounts
- Lead quarterly and annual communications planning, translating business goals into measurable communications strategies
- Develop and maintain strong rapport with mid-to-senior level executives
- Drive integrated campaign development alongside Brand and Creative teams
- Lead client presentations, strategy sessions, and executive communications
- Mentor, coach, and develop junior team members while fostering a collaborative, high-performing team culture
- Ensure the highest standard of work across all client deliverables through strategic overside and quality control
Contribute to agency growth by identifying opportunities to expand client partnerships and support new business initiatives when needed.
Requirements:
- 6-8 years of experience in media relations, public relations, or integrated marketing communications, ideally within an agency environment Demonstrated success leading multiple client accounts simultaneously with minimal oversight
- Experience serving as the primary strategic advisor to executive-level clients
- Self-starter with an aptitude for influencing key stakeholders
- Proven track record in delivering meaningful media placements and maintaining relationships with key journalists
- Collaborative leader who enjoys working cross-functionally across Brand, Creative, and Communications teams
- Comfortable navigating ambiguity and making thoughtful decisions in a fast-paced environment
Job Details:
Full time Position is remote but prefer candidates based in New York City$75-$85k
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