Public Relations Assistant Account Executive

Clients you can believe in. Meaningful, impactful work. Flexible, collaborative and team-oriented environment. Generous compensation, benefits and vacation. Opportunities for professional development. If these attributes appeal to you, consider joining Montagne Powers, Northern New England’s leading strategic communications and public relations firm. We’re seeking a driven, talented professional and a curious, active learner to join our growing team of strategic thinkers and motivated change-makers who incorporate all facets of communications, from traditional PR services to digital strategies for a broad and ever-growing roster of clients. Our clients provide world-class healthcare to millions of patients each year and save countless lives. They deliver millions of pounds of food to children and families in need. Their sales of the world’s finest wines and spirits support essential services, including natural resource protection, childhood education and substance use prevention. They make candles, care for people in their homes, finance small businesses, and deliver vital services to ensure safe working environments. Our clients feed millions of people, educate tens of thousands of college students, develop living spaces to address New England’s housing crisis, build projects that create thousands of good jobs and provide benefits to millions of federal employees. The full-time Assistant Account Executive position is responsible for supporting the development and implementation of complex public relations and strategic communications programs and other responsibilities including but not limited to: Researching, drafting, editing, distributing and conducting follow-up for press releases and other media pitches Researching editorial calendars, speaking opportunities, and other topics PR and social media management, measurement and reporting Web and database management Researching, building/updating media lists Special event planning Attending meetings/events after hours on occasion Supporting the account team with various public relations/marketing projects Editing and proofreading Some clerical and administrative support Working to gain the skills needed to advance to the Account Executive level Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree 1-2 years of experience at a public relations agency, in-house client or media outlet Excellent oral and written communication skills Eagerness and proven ability to conduct media relations follow-up calls and pitch editors/reporters Strong interpersonal skills and be able to work independently with multiple active projects Ability to anticipate and solve problems quickly Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment and with a sense of urgency Strong organizational skills and follow-through Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint Proficiency with digital marketing – understands trends and latest technologies and has experience contributing to campaigns Montagne Powers offers a competitive salary commensurate with your experience, abilities and skills. Hybrid work model with flexible schedule, generous paid time off (PTO), group health insurance, a 401(K) retirement plan with employer contribution, and a positive, professional work environment.