Wednesday, May 25, 2011

[KITlist] Account Director - APCO Worldwide (PR) (San Francisco, CA)

Please direct your responses to: jlee@apcoworldwide.com

APCO Worldwide, a global strategic communication firm, is seeking account director level individuals with eight or more years of experience in corporate strategic communications for its growing San Francisco office. This is a fantastic opportunity to help build a new office from the ground up alongside industry veterans and the support of an established, globally recognized firm that has a 26 year track record of success.

Account directors (senior associates) at APCO are responsible for leading and managing client projects through proactive and strategic client relationship management and effective financial/budget management. You'll both lead teams and also execute upon strategic plans to include leveraging/maintaining media relationships, preparing strategic communications plans, leading client meetings, serving as day-to-day client contact, managing staff, participating in business development activities, and providing excellent client service.

Qualified candidates will have BA/BS degree and eight or more years of relevant agency-based or in-house corporate communications experience. Well rounded experience with global or big consumer brands and corporate affairs across a variety of accounts is required. You should also have demonstrated project and financial management skills, traditional and new media relations experience with a broad range of media relationships, and strong written/verbal communications skills. Candidates should be self-motivated, committed to the highest standards of quality and able to work well with teams.

APCO Worldwide, named one of the "Top Places to Work in PR" by PRNews. The new San Francisco office offers a collegial, start-up work environment, countless training and development opportunities, and a competitive compensation and benefits package. EOE M/F/V/D

Click here: http://hire.jobvite.com/j/?cj=ou3LVfwX&s=KIT_List to apply. You can also learn more about us or network with us at www.facebook.com/joinAPCO or www.twitter.com/APCOjobs.


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