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As a leader at iQ 360, the account director is a trusted advisor to clients, driving the development and execution of comprehensive communication and public affairs strategies. This individual plays a pivotal role in managing high-level client relationships, shaping messaging, navigating political and community issues and guiding teams in delivering impactful solutions to complex challenges. The account director oversees the execution of key account activities including communications strategy development, project execution, resource planning and other internal workflow and processes. The role requires an individual who can lead and manage team members to deliver exceptional work and operational excellence.

Responsibilities:

• Client Counsel

  Lead, manage and counsel key client accounts; provide strategic and tactical recommendations; develop program and project plans; manage account activity and coordinate team members.

  
  

• Public Affairs

  Develop and execute public affairs and community outreach strategies that support client objectives, foster relationships and resolve issues in alignment with client needs while navigating evolving political dynamics.

  
  

• Media Relations

  Effectively manage communication strategies between clients and various media outlets; cultivate strong media relationships to support client narratives.

  
  

• Communications

  Demonstrate strong verbal and writing skills for all internal and external communications.

  
  

• Team Leadership

  Train, support and mentor junior team members to ensure quality of work and foster professional development and growth.

  
  

• New Business

  Grow existing client relationships and actively participate in new business development by identifying prospects and creating proposals and presentations.

  
  

• Budgeting

  Manage budgets on client accounts, maintain targeted billable hours and ensure account profitability.

  
  

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, journalism, business or a related field
• 8–10 years in public relations or communications; agency and legislative/government affairs experience a plus
• Demonstrated success in leading public affairs and/or community engagement initiatives
• Excellent verbal, writing, research, editing, and client interaction skills
• Strategic thinker and issue solver
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
• Team player with leadership capabilities
• High-energy, positive attitude, and a sense of humor

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Sales and Business Development

• Industries

  Business Consulting and Services

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