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Senior Account Executive
Nereus is a strategic communications firm with a focus on deep technology. We are a nimble agency designed to flex as our clients’ needs demand. We offer a comprehensive suite of services delivering public relations, branding, digital marketing, advertising management, creative and event support.
Nereus’ clientele is comprised of companies and industry associations advancing technology in various areas: cloud computing, digital home networking, Internet of Things, wireless connectivity and more. Our clients have global impact.
We’re looking for a Senior Account Executive who is a storyteller at heart, who thinks big picture but can manage the details, who demonstrates creative problem-solving skills, and who has a passion for technology. The right person for this role believes client success is our success.
As a Senior Account Executive at Nereus, you will take on the following responsibilities:
Primary Client/External Responsibilities:
• Manage client meetings and relationships
• Ability to manage multiple clients and prioritize workload
• Proactively anticipate, manage and recommend solutions for client issues
• Establish strong relationships with relevant media/analysts/influencers
• Proactively begin to or manage, develop and respond to strategic issues/questions regarding competitive comparisons and long-term corporate positioning
• Be able to develop and present strategic marketing communications plans and implement them
• Bring strong writing and editing skills that result in “client-ready” work. Be able to write for a variety of mediums including press releases, blog, contributed articles, case studies, social media, and other integrated marketing materials
• Solid understanding of social media tools and campaigns
Primary Agency/Internal Responsibilities:
• Supervise monthly reports on activities and client billing process
• Actively mentor junior colleagues
• Proactively solicit feedback from influencers on perception issues on client, industry issues and trends.
• Support new business development.
• Develop subject matter expertise in agency’s clients’ industries
Qualifications:
• Degree in Communications, PR or Journalism preferred
• 4-6 years of experience in agency or corporate Marcom department
• Minimum 1 year experience managing client relationships
• At least 1-2 years managing individuals or a team
• Apply knowledge and begin to delegate day-to-day activities up and down the team.
• Excellent time management skills
• Excellent writing, editing and oral skills
• Understands clients business and able to translate knowledge in PR counsel at multiple levels of client (peer) contact and internal team
Are you up for the challenge? If you are eager to work hard and ready to hit the ground running, we want you on our team!
To learn more about Nereus, please visit www.nereus-worldwide.com.
To learn more about VTM Group, please visit www.vtmgroup.com.
How to apply for this position:
If you are looking to join a dynamic team and meet the above criteria, please visit www.vtmgroup.com/careers to submit your resume.
All offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screen; we do not test for marijuana.
PR Account Manager
Nereus is a strategic communications firm located in the Portland Metro area. We’re currently looking for a strong Account Manager who demonstrates creative vision, the ability to translate complex technical processes and features, and, above all else, a passion for technology. The right person for this role believes client success is our success.
Nereus launched in 2002 to support the needs of global technology industry associations, anchoring our MarCom and PR programs on:
Integrity: We believe in dissemination of meaningful, responsible messages.
Informed Counsel: We dive deep into client technology to ensure accuracy and efficacy.
Right Programming: We recommend only the right program tactics for client success.
Partnership: We work with our clients, not for them.
We’ve since taken that approach to deliver successful communications services to start-ups and established businesses changing the way technology affects our lives.
You see strategic solutions to communications challenges. What’s more, you see creative paths to wins where others see dead ends.
You appreciate international cultures and business practices. Many of our clients include stakeholders from Asia and Europe, requiring that we understand business climates in numerous regions.
You value our small team with its intense collaborative nature. This means you can mold projects to your vision, while learning new skills or staying practiced in core ones. It also means you get the benefit of tapping uniquely creative minds.
Lastly, you have working knowledge of more than one technology market. Our clients operate in numerous tech channels: big data management, cloud computing, connected cars, Internet of Things, mobile computing, storage, wireless connectivity, and others.
If this sounds like you, read on for the list of Responsibilities, Skills & Qualifications.
Client Management
• Develop PR/MarCom programs; from strategy to metrics
• Own day-to-day client contact and counsel
• Juggle multiple accounts simultaneously
• Maintain clarity and composure in times of crisis or hard deadlines
• Prioritize projects for team and client
• Effectively manage budgets
• Travel with senior executives as necessary
Media/Analyst/Influencer Relations
• Generate quality news; ongoing and event-driven; across all media types
• Guide team on identifying news opportunities
• Tailor messages to different influencer types
Writing & Content Generation
• High proficiency in multiple writing voices/formats (promotion-to business-centric)
• Working knowledge of visual and audio content generation (e.g., infographics, animation, live-action video, podcasts, etc.)
Agency Operations
• Manage and mentor client teams of 2-3 direct reports daily
• Lead by example with respectful and enthusiastic participation in agency efforts
• Demonstrate responsible use of and guidance related to company policies
• Contribute to agency marketing and new business efforts (including incremental account growth)
Qualifications
• Minimum of 6-8 years of agency or corporate PR/MarCom experience (heavy focus on technology sector)
• In-depth knowledge of PR concepts, strategy, practice and procedures
• Working knowledge of complementary MarCom disciplines (ex: advertising, branding, social media, etc.)
• Demonstrated success in creating and executing creative communications programs
• Demonstrated success in earning media coverage
• Proficiency in driving consensus, problem solving and managing teams
• Excellent professional oral and written skills
• Bachelor’s degree; focus in Journalism or Communications preferred
Nereus offers competitive compensation, an excellent benefit package and employee perks, such as employer-sponsored 5Ks, activity groups, and paid time off for charitable work.
How to apply for this position:
Nereus is a VTM Group sister company. Please visit vtmgroup.com/careers to submit a cover letter and resume. All offers are contingent on successful completion of a background check and drug screening.
All offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screen; we do not test for marijuana.