Padilla is seeking an Account Supervisor (AS) to join our Corporate Advisory Group in either our Richmond or Minneapolis locations. This hybrid role will work across a variety of corporate clients on issues ranging from external communications to employee engagement to social impact.

An Account Supervisor provides day-to-day management of client accounts and has the public relations, leadership and critical thinking skills that are essential for successful client programs.

Account Supervisors play a key role in the strategic planning of client programs and oversee/delegate the tactical execution of plans and are responsible for tracking client program/plan KPIs and course correcting as needed.

In addition to client work, Account Supervisors play a role in new business development, from prospecting, the working on RFP responses and new business pitches that will win in the room.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING:

• Develop strategic client plans and creative program elements
• Implement all major client initiatives, including development and execution of internal and external corporate communications programs, digital and social media campaigns, public relations programs, budgets, timelines, media matrices for your accounts
• Effectively manage team members to produce high quality work that meets the client’s objectives and budgetary constraints
• Establish and build strong relationships with key trade and consumer media who are important to clients and set an example by consistently securing top tier coverage of clients in print/online/broadcast media
• Keep learning and teaching/mentoring other colleagues about the craft of public relations and about your clients’ business/industry
• Successfully manage and organically grow/expand current client SOWs
• Actively participates in identifying prospective clients and develops new business individually and as a member of designated teams
• Participate in /lead brainstorming meetings and research in helping to develop client programs
• Understand new digital and social media and how to effectively use it to achieve client objectives
• Exhibit leadership skills that inspire the confidence of supervisors, clients, direct reports, and colleagues
• Manage and direct outside vendors
• Understand the monthly pro forma billing process and liaise with accounting to ensure timely completion
• Travel as needed for client meetings and/or media/special events

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent industry experience
• 5-7 years of experience in communications/public relations or corporate communications (agency experience is preferred)
• An interest in financial services and corporate clients
• Strong verbal and written communications skills
• Good time management skills
• Demonstrated desire for continuous learning
• Ability to travel as needed

BENEFITS

• Competitive compensation, cost of living increases & bonuses
• Generous PTO package & paid holidays
• Annual paid recharge shutdown the last week of the year
• Flexible hybrid work environment
• Technology stipend to set up your home office with the tech you need
• Monthly cell phone stipend
• 401k contribution that starts and vests 100% on day one
• Comprehensive healthcare, dental & vision coverage
• EAP that offers 24/7 access to Licensed Professional Counselors
• Donation matching & PTO to volunteer in your community
• Frequent opportunities for career advancement
• Outings & celebrations
• Flexible spending accounts (healthcare, dependent, commuter)
• Paid parental leave for birth and adoption
• Disability and life insurance
• Tuition reimbursement for ongoing education costs
• Inclusive, flexible and supportive work environment