Account Director, Public Relations (financial & Professional Services)
Highwire
Connecticut, United States
On-site
Financial & professional services expertise
Integrated communications programs
Client strategy and leadership
Lead high-impact, integrated communications programs for leading and emerging brands across banking, fintech, insurance, asset management, consulting, and other advisory-driven industries
Job Summary
Lead high-impact, integrated communications programs for leading and emerging brands across banking, fintech, insurance, asset management, consulting, and other advisory-driven industries.
Oversee 4–5 account teams, providing strategic leadership, senior client counsel, and mentorship to ensure communications strategies are forward-thinking and results-driven.
Play a key role in agency growth, thought leadership, and fostering a collaborative, high-performing team culture.
Matching Summary
Lead high-impact, integrated communications programs for leading and emerging brands across banking, fintech, insurance, asset management, consulting, and other advisory-driven industries.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Financial & Professional Services expertise
Integrated communications programs
Client strategy and leadership
Media relations and storytelling
Agency growth and team culture
Nice-to-have
Forward-thinking strategies
Collaborative team environment
Thought leadership contribution
Key Requirements
7+ years of PR or communications experience
Agency setting experience
Deep experience with Financial or Professional Services clients