About this role
Who we are:
Burson is the global communications leader built to create value for clients through reputation. With highly specialized teams, industry-leading technologies and breakthrough creative, we help brands and businesses redefine reputation as a competitive advantage so they can lead today and into the future. When you work at Burson, you are part of a global community of lifelong learners who thrive at the edge of innovation.
Burson is part of WPP (LSE/NYSE: WPP), the creative transformation company. For more information visit bursonglobal.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram.
More about the role:
As an Account Executive, you will be an integral part of our client teams, providing essential support to deliver exceptional results for our financial sector clients. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to learn the ropes of public relations within a specialized field, focusing on business-to-business (B2B) and business-to-government (B2G) communications.
You will gain hands-on experience in various aspects of financial PR, from media relations and content support to research and event coordination. You'll assist in crafting compelling business messages, monitoring industry trends, and contributing to significant thought leadership initiatives. This position is ideal for someone passionate about the financial landscape, eager to learn from experienced professionals, and ready to make a tangible contribution to client success and team
What you'll do:
- Conduct daily media monitoring, compile coverage reports, and track industry trends.
- Assist in drafting press releases, media alerts, social media content, and other communication materials.
- Support media outreach efforts, helping to build and maintain relationships with key journalists.
- Coordinate logistics for press conferences, events, and client meetings.
- Conduct thorough research on financial markets, industry news, and political developments to inform strategies.
- Help prepare presentations and client-facing documents, ensuring accuracy and quality.
- Support thought leadership initiatives by assisting with research, data collection, and content organization.
- Manage administrative tasks, including maintaining activity trackers and ensuring timely delivery of project components.
Experience that contributes to success:
- Previous relevant experience, including internships, in PR or communications, preferably within corporate or financial services.
- Strong interest in financial markets, B2B, and B2G communications.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a keen eye for detail.
- Demonstrated ability to conduct thorough research and synthesize information effectively.
- Proactive, organized, and able to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Familiarity with media monitoring tools and social media platforms.
- Eagerness to learn, a positive attitude, and a strong work ethic.
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You belong at Burson:
Our vision is for Burson to be the leading ‘academy company’ for creative communications professionals and emerging leaders. We provide a dynamic environment where ambitious colleagues come to elevate their skills, expand their networks, and ultimately, produce the best solutions for today’s leading brands. Our commitment to your growth is reflected in our robust benefits and people programs, which include professional development opportunities, mentorship programs with industry leaders, a vibrant and inclusive company culture fostering collaboration and innovation and packages designed to reward and retain top talent. We invest in our people because we believe their success is our success.
At Burson, we’re an agency of learn-it-alls. We recognize that the things we do best, creativity and communications, require a level of nuanced understanding. That’s why it’s imperative for us to hire extraordinarily talented people of all backgrounds and identities. Without that we can’t do the essential work of inspiring bold ideas, fostering constructive dialogue, cultivating meaningful experiences, and driving innovation and creativity for our partners. Your unique point of view—your talent—is what makes you a #BursonPerson, and it’s how we deliver exceptional results for our clients, together.
We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.
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About Burson
Burson is the global leader in communications, purpose-built to create value for our clients through reputation. We reinvent how reputation creates competitive advantage for our clients, so they can lead today and far into the future.
What you'll do
- As an Account Executive, you will support client teams in delivering results for financial sector clients, focusing on media relations, content support, and event coordination. You will also conduct research and assist in crafting business messages and monitoring industry trends.
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