Senior Account Manager, Public Relations (B2B Technology) at Highwire | NY, USA | Rezi

Senior Account Manager, Public Relations (B2B Technology) at Highwire

Senior Account Manager, Public Relations (B2B Technology)

Highwire · NY, USA

2 months ago

Senior Account Manager, Public Relations (B2B Technology)

Highwire · NY, USA

2 months ago
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About the Role

Lead integrated communications programs for B2B technology clients, translating complex technologies into compelling narratives that drive business impact. Oversee multiple account teams, managing high-level strategy and day-to-day execution across media relations and integrated programs, ensuring alignment with client business objectives. Play a key leadership role within the agency, mentoring and inspiring team members, contributing to new business development, and delivering exceptional results for B2B technology clients.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the day-to-day account lead for up to 5 B2B technology clients, ensuring exceptional client service and account management.
  • Direct teams of 5–10 members, managing workflow, priorities, and team development.
  • Provide strategic counsel aligned with client business objectives and technology-focused goals.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with top-tier technology and business press.
  • Actively contribute to B2B technology practice groups, sharing industry insights and challenging junior staff to think strategically.
  • Oversee PR programs from kickoff to goal achievement, ensuring measurable impact.
  • Set ambitious, achievable client goals through creative campaigns and amplification techniques that tie directly to clients’ technology business objectives.
  • Develop and manage monthly/annual budgets and team priority allocations.
  • 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.
  • Serve as an ambassador for the agency and our B2B technology practice.
  • 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.
  • Guide account teams in identifying news opportunities, shaping compelling story angles, and executing proactive media outreach.
  • Partner with clients to elevate thought leadership through feature coverage, executive interviews, and contributed content.
  • Oversee measurement and reporting of media performance to ensure programs deliver meaningful visibility and business impact.
  • Contribute to company growth through new business development, organic client expansion, and creation of client case studies within the B2B technology space.
  • Attend networking events, seminars, and conferences relevant to technology and communications, including occasional out-of-hours events, to maintain professional development and build relationships.
  • Lead at least one agency-wide training annually and participate in trainings as needed.
  • Establish and maintain a focus area within agency support, such as digital strategy, social media, or technology-specific communications initiatives.
  • Manage up to 2 direct reports, set goals, conduct quarterly check-ins, and deliver annual reviews.
  • Act as a coach across account teams by teaching, providing guidance, recognizing achievements, delegating effectively, and mapping work to strategy and client goals.
  • Maintain a respectful, enthusiastic, and professional attitude toward coworkers, clients, and external partners.
  • Lead by example and ensure teammates have clarity on roles, responsibilities, and B2B technology objectives.

Requirements

  • Minimum of six years of experience in PR, marketing, or communications agencies.
  • At least one year as an Account Manager.
  • Prior experience managing B2B technology clients in an agency setting.
  • Organized, self-motivated, and entrepreneurial mindset.
  • Established media relationships.
  • Proven experience pitching feature placements for technology clients.
  • Strong experience developing PR plans and campaigns for B2B technology clients.
  • Solid understanding of staffing budgets and ability to make staffing recommendations.
  • Ability to prioritize responsibilities based on impact, timelines, workflow, and client goals.
  • Commitment to self-improvement and proactive in suggesting solutions.
  • Exceptional communication and leadership skills.
  • Track record of inspiring teams and delivering results in the B2B technology sector.

Skills

  • Writing
  • Strategic thinking
  • Technology media landscape understanding
  • Client service
  • Account management
  • Team leadership
  • Workflow management
  • Budget management
  • Media relations
  • Analyst relations
  • Social media
  • Digital communications
  • Crisis support
  • New business development
  • Mentoring
  • Coaching
  • Communication
  • Leadership
  • Prioritization

Location

  • New York, NY
  • San Francisco, CA
  • Remote (California)
  • Remote (Colorado)
  • Remote (Connecticut)
  • Remote (Florida)
  • Remote (Georgia)
  • Remote (Illinois)
  • Remote (Iowa)
  • Remote (Kansas)
  • Remote (Maryland)
  • Remote (Massachusetts)
  • Remote (Michigan)
  • Remote (New Hampshire)
  • Remote (New Jersey)
  • Remote (New York)
  • Remote (North Carolina)
  • Remote (Ohio)
  • Remote (Oregon)
  • Remote (Pennsylvania)
  • Remote (Rhode Island)
  • Remote (South Carolina)
  • Remote (Tennessee)
  • Remote (Texas)
  • Remote (Utah)
  • Remote (Virginia)
  • Remote (Washington)
  • Remote (Washington, D.C.)

Work Type

  • Full-time
  • Hybrid
  • Remote

Experience Level

  • Minimum of six years of experience in PR, marketing, or communications agencies
  • At least one year as an Account Manager

Salary/Compensations

  • $90,000 to $125,000

Benefits

  • 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

About the Company

  • Highwire is a strategic marketing communications agency at the intersection of innovation and industry.
  • Partners with ambitious companies and established brands to navigate complexity, lead markets, and grow with purpose.
  • Offers integrated expertise in strategic marketing and communications, corporate reputation, creative, and insights.
  • Delivers bold ideas and measurable impact across B2B technology, healthcare, cybersecurity, energy, professional and financial services, and more.
  • Believes that storytelling fuels transformation and that impactful stories represent all voices and perspectives.
  • Fosters an inclusive environment where everyone can feel safe, celebrated, and worthy.
  • Ensures every Highwire Walker has the requisite support to soar in their careers.
  • Committed to diversity, inclusion, and belonging, embedded in business and culture.
  • Aspires to change the industry and build a better future for all.
  • People-first culture is driven by four core values: Team Empowerment, Growth Mindset, Inclusion Always, Fierce Distinction.
  • Seeks individuals with big ideas, strong opinions, and the energy to bring them to life.
  • Values personal accountability, high standards, and boundless motivation.

Equal Opportunity

  • As a values-driven agency, we foster an inclusive environment where everyone—regardless of age, race/ethnicity, size, shape, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion and different abilities–can feel safe, celebrated and worthy.
  • Our commitment to diversity, inclusion and belonging is foundational and embedded in our business and culture.