Highwire

Senior Account Manager, Public Relations (B2B Technology)

San Francisco, California, United States · Senior

Sponsorship not specified$90k-$125kDetected 124 days ago

SOARAccount ManagementBusiness DevelopmentLeadershipCommunicationMentoring

About the role

In this role, Senior Account Managers oversee multiple account teams, managing both high-level strategy and day-to-day execution across media relations and integrated programs.
They ensure communications strategies are forward-thinking, results-driven, and aligned with client business objectives.
Strong writing, strategic thinking, and a deep understanding of the technology media landscape are essential to success in this role.

Serve as the day-to-day account lead for up to 5 B2B technology clients, ensuring exceptional client service and account management.
Build and maintain strong relationships with top-tier technology and business press.
Ensure accurate client billing, recoup client expenses, and maintain account status.
Participate in program execution as appropriate, including writing/editing, media relations, social media, digital communications, and crisis support.
Lead strategic media and analyst relations programs for B2B technology clients across sectors including enterprise software, cloud, AI, security, and data.
Build and maintain strong relationships with top-tier business, technology, and trade journalists, as well as key industry analysts.
Oversee measurement and reporting of media performance to ensure programs deliver meaningful visibility and business impact.
Attend networking events, seminars, and conferences relevant to technology and communications, including occasional out-of-hours events, to maintain professional development and build relationships.
Establish and maintain a focus area within agency support, such as digital strategy, social media, or technology-specific communications initiatives.
Maintain a respectful, enthusiastic, and professional attitude toward coworkers, clients, and external partners.

Develop and manage monthly/annual budgets and team priority allocations.
Manage up to 2 direct reports, set goals, conduct quarterly check-ins, and deliver annual reviews.
Lead at least one agency-wide training annually and participate in trainings as needed.

Partner with clients to elevate thought leadership through feature coverage, executive interviews, and contributed content.

Team Empowerment
Growth Mindset
Inclusion Always
Fierce Distinction
Competitive salary with merit-based opportunities for growth
Flexible hybrid work model tailored to your schedule and lifestyle
Generous vacation policy, including extended summer and winter breaks
Early log-off on Fridays through our Empower Hours program
401(k) plan with employer matching
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus FSA options
Paid parental leave benefits
Commuter benefits
Annual Growth Mindset stipend for books, events, or learning experiences
Monthly technology reimbursement
Wellness benefit program for mental and physical health
501c3 donation matching program
Mentorship and ongoing professional development opportunities
Monthly recognition and team celebrations
Employee referral and new business referral bonuses
Quarterly Highwire events and team gatherings
Dog-friendly office environment
A supportive, inclusive, and collaborative workplace where you can grow and do your best work
We are only able to consider candidates who reside in one of the locations listed above at the time of hire.
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